Job Details

Part-Time Receptionist

A mid size engineering firm in Anchorage, Alaska is looking to hire a part-time receptionist. The shift is Monday-Friday onsite 9a.m.-2:30p.m. This role is a 6 month contract to hire. The pay rate is $25-27 an hour. The receptionist is responsible for performing clerical tasks within an office setting to support daily operations. Their duties include answering and transferring phone calls to employees, sorting and delivering mail to employees and greeting visitors. The receptionist needs to deliver exceptional customer service assistance and provide an overall welcoming environment. Some of the job duties below:

• Screen calls and take messages
• Process bills and help clients or customers if they have any questions about their charges
• Organize files for billing, customer and client records, etc.
• Direct visitors to the correct office
• Respond to all customer inquiries in a polite and timely manner
• Effectively answer and direct phone calls to the correct department
• Welcome and greet visitors in a warm and friendly manner, and answer any questions visitors have
• Maintain and stock the reception area and all common areas in a clean and tidy manner at all times (Kitchen, Bathroom, Conference Room etc.)
• Operate standard office equipment on a regular basis, including a fax machine, copy machine, and a computer
• Keep detailed and accurate records of visitor requests and of calls received
• Receive deliveries; sort and distribute incoming mail
• Take inventory of supplies and restock as needed
• Maintain the general office filing system

Skills: Customer service, Front desk, Microsoft office, Administrative support, Outlook, Receptionist secretarial, Administration, Scanning, Data entry

Top Skills Details: Customer service, Front desk, Microsoft office, Administrative support, Outlook, Receptionist secretarial, Administration, Scanning, Data entry

Additional Skills & Qualifications: 1-3 years of relevant experience in an office environment. Result driven, persistent - able to self-direct and work independently showing initiative, while seeking guidance when appropriate. Ability to work with a team. Comfortable multitasking and prioritizing tasks without guidance. Time management expertise to ensure tasks are completed in a timely manner throughout the day. Organizational skills to keep an accurate record of documentation. Demonstrated ability to read, write, and speak English and Spanish fluently. Proficient technology usage skills. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. Computer knowledge such as PowerPoint or excel skills is a bonus. High School diploma or General Education Degree (GED). Ability to operate scanners, copiers and printers.

Experience Level: Entry Level

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 Mar 14, 2026.