Switchboard Operator Jobs in Iowa

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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Company Description Bondurant Animal Clinic is a well-established, progressive, fast paced multi-doctor general small animal practices located in Bondurant, Iowa with a sister clinic in Newton,...

Customer Service Associate - Temporary

  • Dubuque, IA
  • 6 hours ago
  • Dubuque, IA
  • 6 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....

Receptionist PRN

  • Clive, IA
  • 15 hours ago
  • Clive, IA
  • 15 hours ago

Skip to main content Saved jobs(0) - Receptionist PRN Location CLIVE, Iowa, 50325 Category Business Administration Job Id 00565272 MercyOne JOB DESCRIPTION Employment Type: Part time Shift:...

Receptionist (FT) Orthopedics Ames 2025-092

  • Ames, IA
  • 1 day ago
  • Ames, IA
  • 1 day ago

McFarland Clinic is currently accepting application for Receptionist for its Ames office. Candidates should be service-oriented, a team player, and be able to provide extraordinary care, every day...

Pharmacy Customer Service Associate

  • Cedar Rapids, IA
  • 1 day ago
  • Cedar Rapids, IA
  • 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

  • Ankeny, IA
  • 1 day ago
  • Ankeny, IA
  • 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

  • WDM, IA
  • 2 days ago
  • WDM, IA
  • 2 days ago

Express Employment is seeking a Receptionist. Responsibilities Answer phones on a multi-line system Greet clients and job seekers Fill out and file paperwork Problem solve payroll issues Work in...

Receptionist-Specialty Clinics

  • Bloomfield, IA
  • 2 days ago
  • Bloomfield, IA
  • 2 days ago

Contact Human Resources with questions: ... IPERS Covered Employer! #9 Receptionist - Specialty Clinics Full Time: 40 hours Shift: 7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Weekends: None Holidays: Not Required On...

Experience Specialist/Receptionist PRN As Needed - Pediatrics

  • Cedar Rapids, IA
  • 2 days ago
  • Cedar Rapids, IA
  • 2 days ago

Area of Interest: Patient Services FTE/Hours per pay period: 0.01 Department: Pediatrics - Cedar Rapids- CR Shift: Monday - Friday, daytime with occasional Saturday Job ID: 158663 Overview...

Remote Appointment Setter Full Time

  • Ames, IA
  • 4 days ago
  • Ames, IA
  • 4 days ago

Remote Appointment Setter Full Time We are looking for a seasoned Appointment Setter on an immediate basis in our commercial bankruptcy practice. We are willing to train the right person in our...

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Remote Appointment Setter Full Time

  • Mason City, IA
  • 4 days ago
  • Mason City, IA
  • 4 days ago

Remote Appointment Setter Full Time We are looking for a seasoned Appointment Setter on an immediate basis in our commercial bankruptcy practice. We are willing to train the right person in our...

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Experience Specialist/Receptionist: East DSM Family Care

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 4 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 4 days ago

Overview Experience Specialist/Receptionist East DSM Family Care Monday-Friday 8:30AM-5:00PM Full Time Benefits As an Experience Specialist/Receptionist, you are the first person to greet patients...

Secretary 2 (Receptionist)

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 4 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 4 days ago

Secretary 2 - Receptionist Iowa Department of Education's mission is ensuring all students experience a world-class education. To accomplish our mission, we need talented, passionate people...

Clinic Receptionist .75 FTE

  • Waverly, IA
  • 4 days ago
  • Waverly, IA
  • 4 days ago

SCHEDULE FTE:.75 Working 5: 12 hour days every 2 weeks, one weekend per month: Week 1 M, T, F Week 2 T, W Week 3 W, Sa Week 4 Su, W, F PRIMARY FUNCTIONS Responsible for the overall...

Switchboard Receptionist, part-time SCC

  • Davenport, IA
  • 4 days ago
  • Davenport, IA
  • 4 days ago

Position Title Switchboard Receptionist, part-time SCC Job Category 6 Job Type Support Staff, Hourly Supervisor's Title Lysa Hegland Location Scott Community College (10) Job Description...

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Salary for Switchboard Operator Jobs in Iowa

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

Highest Education Level

Switchboard Operators in Iowa 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 Switchboard Operators in Iowa
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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