Receptionist

Job Title: Receptionist
Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated and professional Receptionist to join our team. This role involves providing administrative support to a department or office, including greeting visitors, answering calls, setting up meeting rooms, and overseeing various office nuances such as break rooms, conference rooms, and office space.

Responsibilities

• Greet and assist visitors at the front desk.
• Field phone calls and direct them appropriately.
• Assist local office personnel with administrative tasks.
• Place orders for office supplies and ensure they are stocked.
• Coordinate and plan office events.
• Restock office supplies as needed.
• Send local office communications.
• Handle mail and FedEx deliveries efficiently.
• Manage employee office access and security.

Essential Skills

• Excellent organizational skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Strong verbal communication skills.
• Ability to anticipate needs and follow up without being prompted.
• Skill in coordinating multi-step workflows.
• Quickly reading situations and responding appropriately.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in managing complex calendars with shifting priorities.
• Event planning skills.
• Ability to run agendas and take clear, actionable notes.
• Familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite is a plus.
• 2 to 3 years of relevant experience.

Work Environment

The role operates within the operations team and reports directly to the Operations Leader while closely working with the local market leader. The typical workday is from 8 AM to 5 PM. The receptionist will be the first point of contact at the front desk and will manage various administrative tasks to support the office's smooth operation.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Jacksonville, FL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $16.00 - $17.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Jacksonville,FL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 7, 2026.

About Aston Carter:

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.

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