Overview:
Position Summary: This position has direct contact with all departments, customers, and the general public, and therefore must be presentable and professional at all times. Support the office by providing superior administrative support.
Responsibilities:
Essential Functions: Administrative • Prioritize all incoming phone calls, mail and/or meeting requests and direct callers to the appropriate staff member. • Proactively anticipate and identify needs and concerns and address them head on. • Greet, assist and/or direct all guests and while on site. • Assist in the planning and preparation of meetings, conferences and conference telephone calls. • Provide word processing and secretarial support as needed. • Assist other departments managers, time permitting. • Assist and coordinate any special projects as needed. Communication • Able to effectively and efficiently communicate with all levels of executive, management and staff. • Through tone and manner on the phone and in person, act as representative, by proxy, of Rural/Metro Corporation and the management staff. Additional Duties: • Maintain a clean appearance and courteous, professional and ethical behavior. • Perform other duties as assigned including those specific to the local operation (some operations require overtime). Regular attendance consistent with scheduled hours.
Qualifications:
Qualifications: • Proven ability to handle a high level of client interaction. • Demonstrate professionalism and ability to maintain the highest level of confidentiality. • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. • Excellent organizational and follow through skills a must. • Proven proficiency with the following software; MS Word and Excel. • Ability to manage multiple projects and tasks with a high level of detail and accuracy. • Demonstrate ability to partner with others and build relationships. • Ability to work well and prioritize in a fast paced multi-project environment. • Must work well under pressure. Education Requirements: • Two or more years of experience as receptionist. • High School Diploma or GED. Closing Statement: This brief summary is not an all-inclusive description of job duties. Other job duties and responsibilities may also be assigned by the incumbent’s supervisor at any time based upon Company need. Rural/Metro is a proud Equal Opportunity

Posted 3/23/12

Source: Rural Metro.com