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Receptionist

Employer
Stanford University
Location
Stanford, CA
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Employment Type
Full Time
Institution Type
Four-Year Institution
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Job Details

Stanford University is seeking a Receptionist to greet and direct visitors, answer telephone and perform general clerical and customer service work in support of an office, department, school or unit.

 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS*:

 

Constantly perform desk-based computer tasks.Frequently sitting.Occasionally stand/walk, reach/work above shoulders, grasp lightly/fine manipulation, grasp forcefully, use a telephone, sort/file paperwork or parts, lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh up to 10 pounds.Rarely twist/bend/stoop/squat, kneel/crawl.* - Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of his or her job.

Responsibilities

Core Duties:

  • Greet, sign in and route visitors to appropriateindividuals.

  • Answer phones and serve as a resource on unit procedures andgeneral inquiries.

  • Maintain employee and department directories.

  • Ensure adherence to security by following procedures; monitorlogbook; issue visitor badges.

  • Maintain safe and clean reception area by complying withprocedures, rules, and regulations.

  • Schedule conference rooms and/or permits as appropriate.

  • Sort and distribute mail. Receive and sign for delivery ofpackages.

  • Maintain the general filing system.

  • Monitor the use of supplies and equipment.

  • May be responsible for petty cash.

  • May serve as the point of contact for general maintenance, healthand safety, and other facility concerns within the unit(s).

Minimum Education andExperience

High School diploma or equivalent.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

  • Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.

  • Excellent listening and verbal communication skills.

  • Strong telephone skills.

  • Demonstrated professionalism, maturity and tact.

  • Basic computer skills and demonstrated experience with officesoftware and email applications.

  • Able to work independently with minimal supervision.

  • Ability to follow through and complete assigned tasks.

  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

  • Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.

Organization

Change the world. And yourself.

Stanford University has changed the world, over and over again.

We are one of Silicon Valley's largest employers - and also one of the most unique. Our mission is to educate future leaders and promote interdisciplinary, world-class research and teaching. This passion makes Stanford an intensely creative, rewarding, and challenging place to work. At the same time, our traditions of respect and collaboration sustain a humane, supportive environment in which to pursue your life and your career. 

At Stanford you'll work with bright, diverse, dedicated people. You'll find encouragement to learn and grow. You'll enjoy excellent benefits and an outstanding environment.

Stanford Facts at a Glance

Opened 1891

Student Enrollment

  • Undergraduates: 6,980
  • Graduates: 8,897

Campus

  • 8,180 contiguous acres in six governmental jurisdictions
  • Nearly 700 major buildings
  • 97% of undergraduates live on campus

Research

  • 5,300 externally sponsored projects
  • $1.33 billion total budget

Faculty

  • 2,043 faculty members
  • 21 Nobel laureates are currently members of the Stanford community
  • 5:1 student to faculty ratio

Stanford University is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to recruiting and hiring qualified women, minorities, protected veterans and persons with disabilities.

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