Front Desk Receptionist

Responsibilities and Primary Duties

• Acts as the first line of defense for ensuring only authorized personnel enter the TRMC suite
• Checks DISS for security clearance verification
• Arranges for new employees to receive required gov't equipment
• Makes mail runs within the Mark Center and to the Pentagon weekly (free shuttle)
• Answers phones/takes messages/transfers calls
• Assists in preparing executive correspondence
• Arranges for visitor parking
• Arranges for repair of cubicles, chairs etc. within the suite
• Verifies visit requests of personnel attending classified/unclassified meetings
• Occasionally escorts visitors to/from the MC Visitor's Center
• Escorts janitorial staff, inspectors, etc.
• Schedule, coordinate and manage meeting calendars using Outlook and Word
• Aid with daily ad hoc tasks in the office
• Dresses professionally
• Orders office supplies such as paper, pens, notepads, etc.
• Resolves conflicts
• Executes clerical tasks and uses computers
• Uses Microsoft Office suite
• Interacts professionally with visitors and assigned personnel across the spectrum of worker and leadership levels
• Works without direct supervision
• Updates contact info for employees on shared drive spreadsheets

Minimum Required Skills

• Active Secret Clearance
• Must be flexible between the morning shift and closing shift
• 0 to 4 years' experience executing clerical task and using computers
• Familiar with Microsoft Office Suite
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communications skills
• Excellent organizational skills
• Professional presentation and demeanor and the ability to interact with significant visitors, guest and executives
• Hard working, dependable, ability to work without direct supervision

Desired Skills

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent
• DoD or National Capital Region work experience
• Proficient with using the Defense Travel System (DTS)
• Proficient with Correspondence and Task Management System
• DoD or National Capital Region work experience