Receptionist
Answer inquiries and provide information to the general public, customers, visitors, and other interested parties regarding activities conducted at establishment and location of departments, offices, and employees within the organization.
At a Glance
Receptionist earns an average of $28,767/yr. Typical education: High school or GED. Experience: 1.5–2 years. Top skills: Customer Service, Communication, Clerical Works.
$28,767/yr
High school or GED
1.5–2 years
125
Parent Occupation (O*NET)
Receptionists and Information Clerks
Median Wage
$37,230/yr
Growth (2024-34)
0.0%
Education
High school diploma or equivalent
Skills & Requirements
Specialized Skills (6)
Data Entry
Administrative Support
Multi-Line Phone Systems
Switchboard Operator
Front Office
Marketing
Common Skills (24)
Customer Service
Communication
Clerical Works
Filing
Multitasking
Telephone Skills
Microsoft Office
Sales
Scheduling
Professionalism
Computer Literacy
Administrative Functions
Operations
Detail Oriented
Problem Solving
Greeting Customers
Management
Organizational Skills
Cleanliness
Interpersonal Communications
Typing
Related Specializations
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