What are the responsibilities and job description for the Receptionist position at NYS Senate?
The New York State Senate is seeking a motivated, organized, and detail-oriented individual to join their team in the Personnel office as the Director of First Impressions.
In addition to providing administrative support, the professional in this position will be responsible for creating a positive first impression for all visitors and employees alike, both in person and over the phone.
In this vital role, you will:
- Answer, screen and direct all incoming phone calls
- Interact with visitors by greeting, welcoming, directing, and announcing them accordingly
- Receive, sort and distribute daily mail
- Provide administrative support to office staff and management as needed
The ideal candidate will possess the following experience and competencies:
- Highly skilled in greeting visitors courteously and professionally
- Comfortable handling numerous incoming calls simultaneously
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work with a variety of people and situations
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
To move forward, you must have:
- Two years of scheduling experience
- Two years of administrative support experience
- Proficiency in Excel and Microsoft Office
- A high school degree or equivalent
The salary range is $35,000 to $40,000 commensurate with experience.
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume to jobs@nysenate.gov. Submissions that do not include both will not be considered. Please keep in mind that we are looking for cover letters that tell us in your own words why you are a great candidate for the job and not something that simply repeats the information in your resume.
This recruitment will remain open until filled. Due to the volume of applications, we will not be able to respond to each applicant.
The NYS Senate offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that includes a health and wellness in the workplace program that you and your family can benefit from:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Retirement plan
- Sick time
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
- Wellness Program
The New York State Senate is an Equal Opportunity employer that values a diverse and equitable workplace. We do not permit discrimination based on race, age, creed, color, religion, gender/sex, military status, sexual orientation, marital status, familial status, national origin, predisposing genetic characteristics, or physical or mental disability, domestic violence victim status, arrest/criminal conviction record, pregnancy and related conditions, gender identity or expression, sexual harassment, immigration status, or hair texture or protective hair styles.
Pay: $35,000.00 - $40,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $35,000 - $40,000