Switchboard Operator Jobs in Pennsylvania

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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Customer Service Associate

  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 9 hours ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 9 hours ago

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

Patient Services Representative

  • Freedom, PA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Freedom, PA
  • 45+ days ago

Job Summary As a Patient Care Advocate, you will consistently build relationships with patients and their providers by exceeding their needs. Patient Care Advocates will assess patient's insurance...

Full Time Front Desk Coordinator

  • Wind Gap, PA
  • 3 hours ago
  • Wind Gap, PA
  • 3 hours ago

St. Luke's is proud of the skills, experience and compassion of its employees. The employees of St. Luke's are our most valuable asset! Individually and together, our employees are dedicated to...

Customer Service Associate

  • Greensburg, PA
  • 3 hours ago
  • Greensburg, PA
  • 3 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....

Patient Services Representative - OB/GYN - UPMC Mercy

  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 6 hours ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 6 hours ago

o you find yourself wanting to help others, but not sure how to make your passion a career? Apply today for a Patient Services Representative with UPMC! We are seeking candidates with a strong...

Patient Services Representative - OB/GYN (Bethel Park, PA)

  • Bethel Park, PA
  • 6 hours ago
  • Bethel Park, PA
  • 6 hours ago

UPMC is hiring a Full-Time Patient Services Representative to help support their University OB/GYN office in Bethel Park! This is a unique opportunity to work with several specialty practices...

Patient Services Representative - Express Care Cranberry

  • Cranberry Township, PA
  • 6 hours ago
  • Cranberry Township, PA
  • 6 hours ago

Are you passionate about helping kids be their best selves? Join our team of Life Changers! UPMC Children's Community Pediatrics is hiring a Limited Part-Time Patient Services Representative to...

Customer Service Associate

  • Bala Cynwyd, PA
  • 14 hours ago
  • Bala Cynwyd, PA
  • 14 hours ago

Job Description Job Title: Customer Service Associate Location: Field Department: Store Operations Job Summary: The Customer Service Associate works in support of the store management team to...

Part-Time Lions Gate Front Desk Assistant - Federal Work Study - Residence Life Abington

  • University Park, PA
  • 14 hours ago
  • University Park, PA
  • 14 hours ago

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Sales Receptionist

  • Wilkes Barre, PA
  • 14 hours ago
  • Wilkes Barre, PA
  • 14 hours ago

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Security Guard - Temporary Building Receptionist

  • Blue Bell, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • Blue Bell, PA
  • 1 day ago

Allied Universal®, North America’s leading security and facility services company, provides rewarding careers that give you a sense of purpose. While working in a dynamic, diverse and inclusive...

Assists the Team Leader in all aspects of daily operations including cash management, expense control, buying, merchandising, labor, regulatory compliance, and special projects as assigned. Leads...

Retail Customer Service Associate

  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 1 day ago

... Want to make a lot of peoples day? Our Member Frontline Cashier Associates are the heart of our front end. You play a major role in how our members feel in the club and when they leave. You...

Responsible for completing the preregistration, re-registration and/or re-verification processes following department procedures using identified technology and appropriate registration/billing...

Clinical Receptionist, Penn Dental Medicines Woods Campus

  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 1 day ago

Clinical Receptionist, Penn Dental Medicine's Woods Campus University Overview The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in...

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Salary for Switchboard Operator Jobs in Pennsylvania

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

Highest Education Level

Switchboard Operators in Pennsylvania offer the following education background
High School or GED
30.9%
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 Pennsylvania
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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