Front Desk Receptionist

Vacancy Announcement

Front Desk Receptionist
PART-TIME SEASONAL
STARTING HOURLY RATE: $18 PER HOUR
Join our team and play a vital role in supporting parks, recreation, and events in Fredericksburg. We are seeking a dedicated individual to handle essential administrative tasks and provide excellent customer service.

Key Responsibilities:

• Answer and direct phone calls; greet visitors and provide information or refer inquiries to appropriate personnel.
• Serve as the first point of contact for visitors entering the building.
• Receive, process, and record registration fees and program forms; handle cash receipts and maintain cash drawers.
• Sort and distribute incoming mail; prepare and send outgoing mail with correct postage.
• Open and close facility during after-hours rentals and normal workweek as per schedule.
• Ensure safety and security of facility and visitors during evening and weekend shifts.
• Operate standard office equipment and maintain an organized work area.
• Assist in scheduling appointments and meetings for staff.
• Utilize software such as Outlook, Microsoft Word, Excel, and Google Docs.
• Perform additional duties as required.
• Availability for night and weekend work.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED.
• Minimum of one year of experience in administrative tasks or equivalent education/experience.
• Flexible work hours, including evenings and weekends.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Familiarity with City of Fredericksburg procedures and policies.
• Proficiency in routine administrative/clerical tasks and relevant laws and regulations.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to maintain effective relationships with internal and external personnel.
• Competence in data management and basic mathematical operations.
• Ability to follow instructions, carry out tasks independently, and exercise sound judgment.
• Fluency in Spanish or Farsi is a plus.

If you are ready to take on a rewarding role in a dynamic environment, apply today! Come be part of a knowledgeable and amazing work team committed to excellence in serving a thriving and growing community and the commitment to the .

Position will remain open until filled.

The City of Fredericksburg provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

City of Fredericksburg
Human Resources Department
715 Princess Anne Street, Room 217
Fredericksburg, VA 22401
[email protected]