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Title Receptionist

About the Organization About the Organization Since 1981, Outdoor Research has been building award-winning outdoor clothing and gear. We stand behind every product we make with the Outdoor Research Infinite Guarantee- warranty. Find out how we were born from our founder Ron Gregg's research-led approach to problem solving, and discover the origins of our first products in Our Story. Discover our roots in U.S. manufacturing, our legacy in Made in the USA tactical gloves, and our response to the COVID-19 pandemic with the development of face masks and medical-grade personal protective equipment in Protection. Learn about our product processes using recycled materials, how we enforce the safety and wellbeing of our workplaces, and our commitment to all people and the planet in Responsibility. Meet some of our community members who work to create safe, accessible, and equitable outdoor spaces in our Community Partnerships and our Ambassadors. We'd be thrilled to have you join the team and find your Career at Outdoor Research. Outdoor Research Values Curiosity: We are constantly striving to learn and improve ourselves. In our products, as a brand, as a team, and as individuals. Passion: We love what we do and take pride in sharing our work with others. Innovation: We are complex problem solvers. Collaboration: We are better together. Community: We embrace the collective impact we can have from our diverse perspectives; on each other, society, and our environment.

Position Receptionist

Description

Shift: Monday through Friday 8am - 4:30pm

Rate of Pay: $20.76 - $23.00

About this role

At Outdoor Research, this role can be the catch-all for building questions, you'll support staff and guests. Serve as a receptionist at the front desk, including answering phones, greeting and directing guests, managing shipping and receiving, and performing clerical office tasks such as ordering office supplies and preparing coffee.

What you will do

+ Administer central switchboard, answering all incoming calls in a timely and professional manner.

+ Ensure that 7th floor opening and closing procedures are followed consistently and thoroughly.

+ Ensure that internal and external customers are greeted promptly and in a professional manner.

+ Excellent communication skills

+ Possess a professional and neat appearance

+ Shipping and receiving for building. Distribute incoming mail.

+ Support monthly company events

+ Assist in maintaining a clean, organized reception area.

+ Keep the office supply room stocked with essentials and maintain coffee machines daily.

+ Other duties may as assigned.

Position Requirements

What you should bring to the table

+ High school diploma or general education degree (GED),

+ Six months to one year related experience in reception or office assistant environment, and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

+ Comfort in coding bills and supply orders.

+ Strong organizational skills, excellent phone skills, and good problem-solving skills.

+ Flexibility and ability to work independently.

+ Computer proficiency with spreadsheets and word processing.

+ Ability to establish an excellent attendance and punctuality record, and an ability to work with an ethnically and culturally diverse workforce.

What do we bring to the table?

+ Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans

+ 401 (k) with discretionary company match

+ 11 paid holidays each year and 3 floating holidays

+ PTO and sick/safe time

+ Paid volunteer time

+ Transportation benefits

+ Ron Gregg Outdoor Benefit

+ Bouldering wall and Gym

+ Product discounts

+ Employee interest groups including various sports activities

Exempt/Non-Exempt Non-Exempt

Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time

Location Seattle, WA

EOE Statement OR is committed to equal employment opportunity and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment in an unlawful manner. Employment-related decisions are made based on an individual’s qualifications without regard to race, sex, color, religion, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital or military status, genetic information, political ideology or other applicable protected class status. This commitment extends to all employment practices including selection, hiring, placement, recruitment advertising, promotion or transfer, rate of pay or other forms of compensation, selection for training, demotion, layoff, or separation. All employment decisions are based upon the qualifications of the individual and the job requirements.

OR supports this commitment with an Affirmative Action Program, which is updated annually. The

objectives of the Affirmative Action Program are to ensure that our team reflects the diversity of our local community. We fully support affirmative action to include women, ethnic minorities, veterans and persons with disabilities throughout our workforce. The OR Affirmative Action Program is available for review by all employees and is maintained in the Human Resources Department.