Switchboard Operator Jobs in Virginia Beach, VA

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

  • Norfolk, VA (12 miles from Virginia Beach, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Norfolk, VA (12 miles from Virginia Beach, VA)
  • 1 day ago

As a Customer Service Associate (CSA) you are the friendly face that puts the Wow in Wawa by greeting and serving our customers. As a CSA, you are proud to be part of a beloved brand that is...

Customer Service Associate I

  • South Norfolk, VA (16 miles from Virginia Beach, VA)
  • 3 days ago
  • South Norfolk, VA (16 miles from Virginia Beach, VA)
  • 3 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...

Front Desk Associate

  • Norfolk, VA (16 miles from Virginia Beach, VA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Norfolk, VA (16 miles from Virginia Beach, VA)
  • 3 days ago

Hotel: Norfolk Sheraton 777 Waterside Drive Norfolk, VA 23510 Full time Compensation: $15.75 Hourly Atrium SPIRIT - where teamwork, passion and appreciation ignite service excellence What's in it...

Customer Service Associate - Temporary

  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 3 days ago
  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 3 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....

Appointment Scheduler

  • Chesapeake, VA (13 miles from Virginia Beach, VA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Chesapeake, VA (13 miles from Virginia Beach, VA)
  • 4 days ago

Major Job Functions: Schedule MRI, CT, Ultrasound and X-Ray exams according to scheduling guidelines and pre-screening procedures to assure patient safety and readiness for the scanning process...

Customer Service Associate

  • Norfolk, VA (16 miles from Virginia Beach, VA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Norfolk, VA (16 miles from Virginia Beach, VA)
  • 4 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....

Veterinary Receptionist

  • Chesapeake, VA (13 miles from Virginia Beach, VA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Chesapeake, VA (13 miles from Virginia Beach, VA)
  • 5 days ago

Would you like to live and work close to Virginia Beach and the beautiful Outer Banks of North Carolina? Hickory Veterinary Hospital is located midway between them in Chesapeake, Virginia. We are...

Front Desk Associate

  • Norfolk, VA (16 miles from Virginia Beach, VA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Norfolk, VA (16 miles from Virginia Beach, VA)
  • 5 days ago

Hotel: Norfolk Sheraton 777 Waterside Drive Norfolk, VA 23510 Full time Compensation: $15.75 Hourly Atrium SPIRIT where teamwork, passion and appreciation ignite service excellence Whats in it for...

Cashier/Receptionist

  • Chesapeake, VA (13 miles from Virginia Beach, VA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Chesapeake, VA (13 miles from Virginia Beach, VA)
  • 5 days ago

We are seeking a Cashier/Receptionist with excellent customer service skills and a winning attitude. This individual will receive calls into the dealership, determine the nature of the callers...

Customer Service Associate I

  • Portsmouth, VA (21 miles from Virginia Beach, VA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Portsmouth, VA (21 miles from Virginia Beach, VA)
  • 5 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...

Customer Service Associate I

  • Norfolk, VA (16 miles from Virginia Beach, VA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Norfolk, VA (16 miles from Virginia Beach, VA)
  • 5 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...

Customer Service Associate I

  • Chesapeake, VA (13 miles from Virginia Beach, VA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Chesapeake, VA (13 miles from Virginia Beach, VA)
  • 5 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...

PBX Operator (Guest Services Phone Operator)

  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 6 days ago
  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 6 days ago

Hilton Grand Vacations is a leader in the vacation ownership industry, operating with an unwavering commitment to innovation, quality, and continued growth. At the core of our companys success are...

Holiday Inn Express-Virginia Beach- Front Desk Agent -Part Time

  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 6 days ago
  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 6 days ago

Holiday Inn Express Front Desk Agent - Part Time Base Rate starting at $15.50 If you are seeking to join a GREAT company that TRULY CARES about YOU - Join our team today? The Holiday Inn Express...

RECEPTIONIST- Evenings

  • Norfolk, VA (16 miles from Virginia Beach, VA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Norfolk, VA (16 miles from Virginia Beach, VA)
  • 7 days ago

Responsibilities One of the nation’s largest and most respected hospital companies, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Steadily...

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Salary for Switchboard Operator Jobs in Virginia Beach, VA

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Highest Education Level

Switchboard Operators in Virginia Beach, VA 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 Virginia Beach, VA
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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