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Receptionist

Robert Half

Whippany, NJ 07981 • $18.00 to $23.00 / hr • 10/24/2026

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for a welcoming and organized Receptionist to support daily front office operations for a Contract position in Morris Plains, New Jersey. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys creating a positive first impression, coordinating administrative activities, and keeping the reception area running smoothly. The Receptionist will serve as a key point of contact for visitors, callers, and internal teams while helping maintain an efficient and well-organized office environment.

Responsibilities:

• Welcome guests, employees, and business partners with a courteous approach and provide timely assistance upon arrival.

• Oversee front desk activities and keep the reception space neat, orderly, and presentable throughout the day.

• Answer and direct calls through a multi-line phone system, ensuring messages are relayed accurately and promptly.

• Coordinate meeting schedules, book conference rooms, and support appointment planning for staff and visitors.

• Process incoming and outgoing mail, packages, and deliveries while maintaining organized distribution procedures.

• Complete administrative support work such as data entry, document scanning, record filing, and general clerical tasks.

• Maintain inventory of office materials and place supply orders to help avoid shortages.

• Prepare routine correspondence, reports, and other business documents as needed by the office or leadership team.

• Provide clerical and operational assistance to multiple departments and help follow visitor access and office security procedures.

• Prior experience in a receptionist, front desk, or administrative support role.
• Ability to manage a multi-line phone or switchboard system with accuracy and a detail-oriented approach.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills for interacting with visitors, callers, and internal teams.
• Proficiency with basic office tasks, including data entry, filing, scanning, and document preparation.
• Well-developed organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple priorities in a busy office setting.
• Comfortable supporting part-time reception coverage or flexible scheduling needs, if required.
• Detail-oriented demeanor and customer-focused approach when representing the office.