Receptionist Jobs in Idaho

A receptionist is a crucial role in the administrative industry who acts as a first point of contact for visitors, clients, and employees coming into an office. They manage crucial tasks such as answering and transferring phone calls, scheduling appointments, greeting clients, sorting and distributing mail, and providing general administrative and clerical support. They utilize various office equipment such as fax machines, photocopiers, and computers for tasks such as data entry and document preparation. They also provide information to callers or visitors, take messages, and handle queries appropriately.

Important skills for a receptionist include excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, strong organization skills, attention to detail, and proficiency in various computer software such as Microsoft Office. They should also possess good interpersonal skills, be able to multitask, and have a professional appearance and attitude. While a high school diploma is generally required, there is no specific certification required for a receptionist. However, certifications like a Certified Administrative Professional (CAP) or Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) could increase job prospects. Prior to becoming a receptionist, a person might work in roles such as an Office Assistant, Customer Service Representative, or Administrative Assistant to gain relevant experience.

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Retail Customer Service Associate

  • Boise, ID
  • 10 hours ago
  • Boise, ID
  • 10 hours ago

at FedEx Office and Print Services Inc in Boise, Idaho, United States Job Description POSITION SUMMARY: The Store Consultant consistently delivers a positive customer experience to all customers,...

Receptionist

  • Boise, ID
  • 17 hours ago
  • Boise, ID
  • 17 hours ago

Job Description: Provide receptionist services for clients at their site....

Customer Service Associate

  • Nampa, ID
  • 1 day ago
  • Nampa, ID
  • 1 day ago

Models and delivers a distinctive and delightful customer experience. Registers sales on assigned cash register, provides customers with courteous, fair, friendly, and efficient checkout service....

Customer Service Associate - Temporary

  • Meridian, ID
  • 1 day ago
  • Meridian, ID
  • 1 day ago

Models and delivers a distinctive and delightful customer experience. Registers sales on assigned cash register, provides customers with courteous, fair, friendly, and efficient checkout service....

Receptionist Switchboard Operator

  • Boise, ID
  • 1 day ago
  • Boise, ID
  • 1 day ago

PeopleShare is hiring for Receptionist Switchboard Operatorsin Boise, ID....

Front Desk Agent Hotel McCall (On-Call)

  • McCall, ID
  • 2 days ago
  • McCall, ID
  • 2 days ago

Front Desk Agent | Hotel McCall (On-Call) Master multitasker. Memory Maker. No two days are the same: delight, problem solve and make the day for our incredible guests. You thrive in a fast-paced...

Customer Service Associate Job Meridian, ID

  • Meridian, ID
  • 3 days ago
  • Meridian, ID
  • 3 days ago

Apply Now Why Youll Love This Job Do you love interacting with people? Are you enthusiastic about helping others? If so our, full-time Customer Service Associate at Rocket Express located at 1717...

Senior Receptionist and Switchboard

  • Boise, ID
  • 3 days ago
  • Boise, ID
  • 3 days ago

SENIOR RECEPTIONIST AND SWITCHBOARD IN Boise, ID, USA!...

Sr Receptionist & Switchboard.MS Ops

  • Boise, ID
  • 4 days ago
  • Boise, ID
  • 4 days ago

Sr Receptionist & Switchboard.MS Ops Boise, ID (onsite) Provides exceptional service by greeting and assisting all visitors and answering and transferring incoming calls from across the United States...

Switchboard Receptionist

  • Boise, ID
  • 4 days ago
  • Boise, ID
  • 4 days ago

Additional Skills Switchboard Receptionist...

Sales & Customer Service Associate

  • Ammon, ID
  • 6 days ago
  • Ammon, ID
  • 6 days ago

Overview Where Better Careers Begin! Massage EnvyAmmon 3047 S 25th Ammon, Idaho 83406 Do you have a passion for helping others? At the Massage Envy Ammon franchise, we support and inspire you to...

Pharmacy Customer Service Associate

  • Coeur d Alene, ID
  • 6 days ago
  • Coeur d Alene, ID
  • 6 days ago

Models and delivers a distinctive and delightful customer experience. Registers sales on assigned cash register, provides customers with courteous, fair, friendly, and efficient checkout service....

Receptionist

  • Twin Falls, ID
  • 6 days ago
  • Twin Falls, ID
  • 6 days ago

Purpose: Greet all visitors and transfer incoming company phone calls that are routed to the operator to the appropriate individual. Duties and Responsibilities: Answer switchboard calls and...

Receptionist/Admissions Clerk

  • Pocatello, ID
  • 6 days ago
  • Pocatello, ID
  • 6 days ago

Position Type : Full Time Education Level : High School Salary Range : Undisclosed Travel Percentage : None Job Shift : Any Job Category : Health Care Description Mountain View Hospital is looking for a Receptionist...

Amazon Locker+ Customer Service Associate

  • Driggs, ID
  • 7 days ago
  • Driggs, ID
  • 7 days ago

Amazon Locker+ Customer Returns Associate Job Overview Youre on your way to joining the dedicated team at Amazon that makes the return and pickup of packages convenient for our customers at our...

Demographic Data for Idaho

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Salary for Receptionist Jobs in Idaho

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireAdmin research efforts.

Highest Education Level

Receptionists in Idaho offer the following education background
High School or GED
30.8%
Bachelor's Degree
26.7%
Associate's Degree
18.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
14.7%
Master's Degree
5.5%
Some College
2.4%
Some High School
1.1%
Doctorate Degree
0.6%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Receptionists in Idaho
Less than 1 year
43.5%
1-2 years
23.9%
None
17.1%
2-4 years
14.7%
4-6 years
0.7%


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