Switchboard Operator Jobs in Illinois

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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Healthcare Receptionist

  • Joliet, IL
  • moments ago
  • Joliet, IL
  • moments ago

Location: Joliet, IL Pay Rate: $20-23 Position Summary: The Patient Services Representative (PSR) / Medical Receptionist serves as the first point of contact for patients, delivering exceptional...

Receptionist - Internal Medicine

  • Champaign, IL
  • 6 hours ago
  • Champaign, IL
  • 6 hours ago

Christie Clinic's department of Internal Medicine is seeking a full-time Receptionist from Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm at the Windsor Clinic in Champaign. Duties include greeting clinic patients...

Telephone Operator

  • Chicago, IL
  • 7 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 7 hours ago

POSITION SUMMARY Answer, record, log, and process all guest calls, requests, questions, or concerns. Operate telephone switchboard station. Process guest requests for wake-up calls, screening...

Patient Services Representative

  • Chicago, IL
  • 7 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 7 hours ago

Patient Services Representative Join the team at United Dental Partners! Are you friendly, reliable, and love helping people? As a Patient Services Representative, you’ll help patients get the...

Pharmacy Customer Service Associate

  • Antioch, IL
  • 7 hours ago
  • Antioch, IL
  • 7 hours 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

  • Oak Forest, IL
  • 7 hours ago
  • Oak Forest, IL
  • 7 hours 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

  • Pekin, IL
  • 7 hours ago
  • Pekin, IL
  • 7 hours 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....

Front Desk Receptionist

  • Dolton, IL
  • 10 hours ago
  • Dolton, IL
  • 10 hours ago

Were unique. You should be, too.** Were changing lives every day. For both our patients and our team members. Are you innovative and entrepreneurial minded? Is your work ethic and ambition off the...

Front Desk Agent - The Ritz-Carlton, Chicago

  • Chicago, IL
  • 10 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 10 hours ago

Why us?** Iconic architecture, a thriving culinary scene, beautifully landscaped public spaces, and an array of museums are just part of what draws visitors to the Windy City. At The Ritz-Carlton,...

Switchboard Operator - Registry

  • Aurora, IL
  • 10 hours ago
  • Aurora, IL
  • 10 hours ago

Quickly respond to all emergency systems according to policy and procedure. Operate SPOK paging and Console to relay incoming and outgoing calls. Operate overhead paging system along with other...

Receptionist

  • Vienna, IL
  • 10 hours ago
  • Vienna, IL
  • 10 hours ago

This job was posted by : For more information, please see: **Job Title:** Receptionist Home Office: Vienna, IL\ **Area of Focus:** Administrative Department\ **Immediate Supervisor:**...

Lead Veterinary Receptionist - Palatine, IL

  • Palatine, IL
  • 10 hours ago
  • Palatine, IL
  • 10 hours ago

Who we are Rand Road Animal Hospital has been proudly caring for pets and their families in the Palatine community since 1970! Were a full-service, small animal clinic with an updated,...

Veterinary Receptionist - St. Charles, IL

  • St Charles, IL
  • 10 hours ago
  • St Charles, IL
  • 10 hours ago

Who we are Are you passionate about providing outstanding patient care and exceptional client service? If so, we would love to hear from you! Animal House Veterinary Hospital is looking for a...

Front Desk Agent

  • Chicago, IL
  • 10 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 10 hours ago

The Ritz-Carlton Chicago 160 East Pearson Street Chicago, IL 60611 Hotel with 435 Rooms Managed By Sage Hospitality Group Apply Now Save this job SHARE THIS JOB Email Tweet Facebook LinkedIn...

Savers / Value Village Careers - Customer Service Associate

  • Hoffman Estates, IL
  • 20 hours ago
  • Hoffman Estates, IL
  • 20 hours ago

Description Job Title: Customer Service Associate Pay Rate: Our starting pay ranges from $15.00 to $15.81 depending on job duty/position. $15.00 = Sales Clerk, Designated Sales Clerk, Custodian,...

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Salary for Switchboard Operator Jobs in Illinois

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Highest Education Level

Switchboard Operators in Illinois 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 in Illinois
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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