Switchboard Operator Jobs in Elizabeth, NJ

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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Sales Appointment Setter

  • Staten Island, NY (5 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 10 days ago
  • Staten Island, NY (5 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 10 days ago

Job Overview: Ready to launch a new career in sales? Looking to bring your experience to a high-growth team? Or maybe you're seeking a flexible, part-time role with serious earning potential? This...

Front office/back office administrative/ assistant/ clerical position.

  • Elmhurst, NY (16 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Elmhurst, NY (16 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 1 hour ago

Busy multidisciplinary medical practice is seeking a hard working, motivated, dependable individual. We perform only workers compensation disability exams (ie. we do not treat COVID patients) in...

Switchboard Operator- Part Time - Evening

  • Hackensack, NJ (16 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Hackensack, NJ (16 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 4 hours ago

The Switchboard Operator provides caller-related assistance and information to all internal and external callers. + High School diploma, general equivalency diploma (GED), and/or GED equivalent programs...

Telephone Operator In Telecommunications Part Time Flexible (20 Hours Per Week) 24391

  • Paramus, NJ (19 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Paramus, NJ (19 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 4 hours ago

Join Our Team at New Bridge Medical Center!** We are dedicated to providing high-quality, compassionate care to our diverse community. As a leading healthcare provider, we offer a supportive and...

Telephone Operator Full Time Evenings Monday To Friday And Every Other Weekend 3:30 PM To 12:00 AM 23378

  • Paramus, NJ (19 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Paramus, NJ (19 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 4 hours ago

Join Our Team at New Bridge Medical Center!**We are dedicated to providing high-quality, compassionate care to our diverse community. As a leading healthcare provider, we offer a supportive and...

Telephone Operator In Telecommunications Per Diem Flexible 23597

  • Paramus, NJ (19 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Paramus, NJ (19 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 4 hours ago

Join Our Team at New Bridge Medical Center!** We are dedicated to providing high-quality, compassionate care to our diverse community. As a leading healthcare provider, we offer a supportive and...

Customer Service Associate - Temporary

  • Elizabeth, NJ
  • 5 hours ago
  • Elizabeth, NJ
  • 5 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...

Dental receptionist

  • New York, NY (10 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 6 hours ago
  • New York, NY (10 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 6 hours ago

un Dental receptionist (Staten Island) compensation: TBD based on experience employment type: experience level: entry level job title: Dental Receptionist We want you to be happy at work, because...

PBX Operator

  • New York, NY (10 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 6 hours ago
  • New York, NY (10 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 6 hours ago

City, State: New York, New York Hourly Pay: $26.46 - $29.46 The purpose of a PBX OPERATOR is to handle incoming / outgoing hotel phone calls efficiently and courteously and forward calls...

Medical Appointment Scheduler- Per Diem

  • East Brunswick, NJ (20 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 6 hours ago
  • East Brunswick, NJ (20 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 6 hours ago

Overview University Radiology, the largest provider of subspecialty radiology and teleradiology services in NJ, is comprised of over 180 Board Certified radiologists with advanced U.S.-based...

Front Desk Receptionist- FlexStaff (TEMP)

  • New York, NY (10 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 7 hours ago
  • New York, NY (10 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 7 hours ago

Req Number** 130500 Performs diversified secretarial duties supporting management and/or a physician. Responsibilities: + Performs diversified secretarial duties including, but not limited to: +...

LP Customer Service Associate II Bridgewater NJ

  • Bridgewater, NJ (23 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Bridgewater, NJ (23 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 7 hours ago

TJ Maxx At TJX Companies, every day brings new opportunities for growth, exploration, and achievement. You'll be part of our vibrant team that embraces diversity, fosters collaboration, and...

Customer Service Associate

  • Lyndhurst, NJ (8 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Lyndhurst, NJ (8 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 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...

Front Desk Coordinator - West Caldwell, NJ

  • West Caldwell, NJ (13 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 8 hours ago
  • West Caldwell, NJ (13 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 8 hours ago

Are you looking for a company you can grow your career with and advance in? Are you goal oriented, self-motivated & proactive by nature? Do you have a passion for health and wellness and love...

Pharmacy Customer Service Associate

  • Morristown, NJ (18 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Morristown, NJ (18 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 9 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...

Demographic Data for Elizabeth, NJ

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Salary for Switchboard Operator Jobs in Elizabeth, NJ

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Highest Education Level

Switchboard Operators in Elizabeth, NJ 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 Elizabeth, NJ
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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