Switchboard Operator Jobs

A Switchboard Operator plays a vital role in facilitating effective communication within an organization. They are chiefly responsible for handling incoming, outgoing, and interoffice calls and directing them to the appropriate departments or individuals. Their tasks may also extend to maintaining phone system performance, recording and relaying messages, and sometimes performing administrative duties such as filing, data entry, and record keeping.

Switchboard Operators should possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills, as they often serve as the first point of contact for clients or visitors. They should also have good organizational abilities and be familiar with computer and telephone systems. A high school diploma or its equivalent is typically required, but a certification in office administration or a related field may be beneficial. Prior to becoming a Switchboard Operator, one could hold roles such as Receptionist, Customer Service Representative, or Office Assistant which would provide relevant experience in handling calls and performing administrative tasks.

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Bedford Veterinary Medical Center

Veterinary Receptionist

Company Description Bedford Veterinary Medical Center is a state of the art, multi-doctor hospital that offers personal, progressive, and comprehensive animal care to dogs, cats, and pocket pets...

Paws and Claws Animal Hospital

Veterinary Receptionist

Company Description Paws & Claws Animal Hospital is a full-service veterinary clinic located in Wilmington, NC that cares for cats and dogs, as well as all kinds of exotic animals and local...

Senbesta

Office Administrative / Bookkeeping Assistant

Senbesta is a growing wholesale distributor of window products located in Southern California. This role is an administrative function that supports the sales and marketing department of Senbesta....

Benton Veterinary Hospital

Veterinary Receptionist

Company Description Benton Veterinary Hospital is a well-established, progressive, fast paced three doctor general small animal practice located in Benton, Arkansas. We offer many services to...

Chenal Valley Animal Hospital

Part-time Veterinary Receptionist

Company Description Chenal Valley Animal Hospital is a well-established, progressive, fast paced 3 doctor general small animal practice located in West Little Rock, Arkansas. We offer many...

Glenway Animal Hospital

Veterinary Receptionist

Company Description At Glenway Animal Hospital, our doctors and staff are committed to providing you and your pet with the best veterinary medicine available. We are proud of the fact that the...

Scripps Ranch Veterinary Hospital

Veterinary Receptionist / CSR

Are You an Animal Lover and Client Service Superstar? Scripps Ranch Veterinary Hospital is an established and growing private practice located in the Scripps Ranch neighborhood of San Diego. We...

Nease Animal Hospital

Veterinary Receptionist

Company Description Nease Animal Hospital is a well-established, fast-paced and high quality 3 doctor small animal practice in Saint Augustine, FL. We are looking to grow our team and support more...

Oak View Animal Clinic

Veterinary Receptionist

Company Description Oak View Animal Clinic is a well-established, progressive, fast paced 3 doctor companion animal practice located in Northwest Arkansas. We offer many services to provide the...

Hurricane Animal Hospital

Veterinary Receptionist

Our team is our most important asset for the services we provide! Because of this, we place our employees well being and education as an utmost priority. We are not just offering a job, but a...

Animal Urgent Care of Bentonville

Veterinary Receptionist

Company Description Pet accidents, illnesses, and injuries are all unfortunate and seem to always happen at the worst of times when primary care veterinarians are either closed or too busy to see...

Veterinary Receptionist / CSR

  • Eureka, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • Eureka, CA
  • 3 days ago

Healing Spirit Animal Wellness Center is a progressive veterinary practice providing integrative medical care to cats, dogs, rabbits, and other small mammals. Our practice offers a unique blend of...

Madison Veterinary Hospital

Veterinary Receptionist

Veterinary Receptionist Join our team at Madison Veterinary Hospital as a Veterinary Receptionist and make a difference in the lives of pets and their owners. We are dedicated to providing...

Dental Receptionist

  • Raleigh, NC
  • 5 days ago
  • Raleigh, NC
  • 5 days ago

We are a well established Endodontic Specialty Office. We are looking for a receptionist. The candidate should be able to schedule patients, verify insurances and take payments. We are looking for...

Companion Pet Hospital

Veterinary Receptionist

Company Description Companion Pet Hospital is thrilled to offer world-class service to companion animals while continually expanding our knowledge and skillsets. Our hospital has been...

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Salary for Switchboard Operator Jobs Nationwide

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

Highest Education Level

Switchboard Operators offer the following education background
High School or GED
30.8%
Bachelor's Degree
26.8%
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 Switchboard Operators
Less than 1 year
43.5%
1-2 years
23.9%
None
17.1%
2-4 years
14.7%
4-6 years
0.7%

Qualifications / Skill Sets

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