Receptionist- Military and Veteran Services bei Bexar County, TX

About the Department

Under direct supervision, is responsible for receiving visitors; provides information and directions to the general public.

Position Duties

• Greets and directs all office visitors and answers the phone; routes calls to employees and/or takes and delivers messages
• Responds to general questions or complaints from the general public, customers or employees
• Receives, opens and distributes all incoming mail
• Maintains and monitors sign-in log; issues and monitors visitor passes
• Performs general clerical duties, including the operation of office machines and computer software; enters and retrieves data utilizing computer software
• Performs related duties as required

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduation from High School or General Education Development (GED) certificate
• Knowledge of and skill in applying rules of grammar, spelling, and punctuation
• Skill in completing tasks effectively and efficiently; skill in operating a personal computer and typewriter
• Ability to communicate effectively with diverse groups of individuals utilizing tact and diplomacy; ability to operate basic office equipment; ability to read; ability to follow directions; ability to effectively respond to customer inquiries and complaints; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, County employees, outside agencies and the general public
• Must have valid driver's license, motor vehicle liability insurance and personal injury insurance
• Must secure and maintain a favorable background investigation and clearance
• Must clear a pre-employment physical and a pre-employment drug screen test
• May be required to work more than 40 hours during the workweek
• May be required to work weekends

• Constantly working in indoor conditions
• Occasionally moves items weighing up to 10-15 pounds
• Occasionally moves about the office
• Frequently communicates with others; must be able to exchange accurate information
• Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery
• Positions self to perform essential functions
• Must be able to remain in a stationary position

Other Qualifications

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER


 

Bexar County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to Workplace Diversity.

We are committed to providing equal opportunity for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions