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Job Title: Part-time ReceptionistJob Description

A mid-size engineering firm in Anchorage, Alaska is seeking to hire a part-time receptionist for a 6-month contract with the potential to transition into a full-time role. This position requires working onsite from Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. The receptionist will perform clerical tasks to support daily office operations, including answering and transferring phone calls, sorting and delivering mail, and greeting visitors. Exceptional customer service skills and the ability to maintain a welcoming environment are essential.

Responsibilities

+ Screen calls and take messages.

+ Process bills and assist clients or customers with inquiries about their charges.

+ Organize files for billing, customer, and client records.

+ Direct visitors to the appropriate office.

+ Respond to customer inquiries politely and promptly.

+ Effectively answer and direct phone calls to the correct department.

+ Welcome and greet visitors warmly, answering any questions they may have.

+ Maintain and stock the reception area and common areas such as the kitchen, bathroom, and conference room in a clean and tidy manner.

+ Operate standard office equipment, including fax machines, copy machines, and computers.

+ Keep detailed and accurate records of visitor requests and calls received.

+ Receive deliveries and sort and distribute incoming mail.

+ Take inventory of supplies and restock as needed.

+ Maintain the general office filing system.

Essential Skills

+ 1-3 years of relevant experience in an office environment.

+ Customer service skills.

+ Front desk and receptionist skills.

+ Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Outlook.

+ Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks independently.

+ Strong time management and organizational skills.

+ Demonstrated ability to read, write, and speak English and Spanish fluently.

+ Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

+ Ability to operate scanners, copiers, and printers.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ High School diploma or General Education Degree (GED).

+ Proficient technology usage skills.

+ Bonus skills in PowerPoint or Excel.

Work Environment

This role is within a 10-person team in a smaller office compared to the larger office in Seattle. The work environment is collaborative, requiring the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Anchorage, AK.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $27.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Anchorage,AK.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 30, 2025.

About Aston Carter:

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.