Switchboard Operator Jobs in West Des Moines, IA

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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Clinic Receptionist - Full Time

  • Ankeny, IA (20 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Ankeny, IA (20 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 1 hour ago

Employment Type: Full time Shift: Description: Under direct supervision, the Receptionist is responsible for performing various administrative duties related to the patient intake process and...

Receptionist - Full Time

  • Pleasant Hill, IA (14 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Pleasant Hill, IA (14 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 16 hours ago

Employment Type: Full time Shift: Description: Under direct supervision, the Receptionist is responsible for performing various administrative duties related to the patient intake process and...

Receptionist PRN

  • Clive, IA (9 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Clive, IA (9 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 16 hours ago

Employment Type: Part time Shift: Description: Under direct supervision, the Receptionist is responsible for performing various administrative duties related to the patient intake process and...

Customer Service Associate

  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 1 day ago

The Customer Service Associate provides customer service that is above and beyond for customer satisfaction and retention creating a culture of empowerment for employees to provide excellent...

Pharmacy Customer Service Associate

  • Ankeny, IA (20 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Ankeny, IA (20 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 2 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....

Float Clinic Receptionist

  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 2 days ago

Employment Type: Full time Shift: Description: Under direct supervision, the Receptionist is responsible for performing various administrative duties related to the patient intake process and...

Experience Specialist/Receptionist: Johnston Family Medicine

  • Johnston, IA (16 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Johnston, IA (16 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 2 days ago

Overview Experience Specialist/Receptionist Johnston Family Medicine Monday-Friday 8:00AM-5:00PM Full Time Benefits As an Experience Specialist/Receptionist, you are the first person to greet...

Receptionist

  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 2 days ago

Employment Type: Full time Shift: Description: Essential Key J ob Responsibilities Perform patient check-in at the time of visit and completes all paperwork necessary to ensure the admitting...

Experience Specialist/Receptionist: Ankeny OB/GYN

  • Ankeny, IA (20 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Ankeny, IA (20 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 2 days ago

Overview Experience Specialist/Receptionist Ankeny OB/GYN Monday-Friday 7:30AM-5:00PM, open day off each week Full Time Benefits As an Experience Specialist/Receptionist, you are the first person...

Experience Specialist/Receptionist: Ankeny Prairie Trail Internal Medicine

  • Ankeny, IA (20 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Ankeny, IA (20 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 2 days ago

Overview Experience Specialist/Receptionist Ankeny Prairie Trail Internal Medicine Monday-Friday 8:00AM-5:00PM Full Time Benefits As an Experience Specialist/Receptionist, you are the first person...

Experience Specialist/Receptionist: WDSM Family Medicine

  • West Des Moines, IA
  • 2 days ago
  • West Des Moines, IA
  • 2 days ago

Overview Experience Specialist/Receptionist West Des Moines Family Medicine Monday-Friday 8:00AM-5:00PM Full Time Benefits As an Experience Specialist/Receptionist, you are the first person to...

Sales & Customer Service Associate

  • Ankeny, IA (20 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Ankeny, IA (20 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 3 days ago

Overview Where Better Careers Begin! Massage Envy Ankney, 110 North Ankney Blvd. Do you have a passion for helping others? At the Massage Envy Ankeny franchise, we support and inspire you to be...

Customer Service Associate I

  • Pleasant Hill, IA (14 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Pleasant Hill, IA (14 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 5 days ago

We're seeking a Customer Service Associate to join our team and deliver a great shopping experience for every customer. Duties include, but are not limited to, the following: Assist customers with...

Receptionist at MercyOne East Village

  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 8 days ago

Receptionist at MercyOne East Village MercyOne - 3.4 Des Moines, IA Job Details Full-time Estimated: $28K - $35.4K a year 13 hours ago Qualifications BLS Certification Basic math Microsoft Office...

Customer Service Associate I

  • Adel, IA (17 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Adel, IA (17 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 8 days ago

Were seeking a Customer Service Associate to join our team and deliver a great shopping experience for every customer. Duties include, but are not limited to, the following: Assist customers with...

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Salary for Switchboard Operator Jobs in West Des Moines, IA

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Highest Education Level

Switchboard Operators in West Des Moines, IA offer the following education background
High School or GED
30.7%
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 West Des Moines, IA
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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