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Aston Carter Receptionist - Part Time in Waterbury, Connecticut
Receptionist
Job Description
The Receptionist provides a welcoming first point of contact, answering a multi-line phone system promptly, greeting and directing visitors, and delivering high-quality administrative and clerical support to ensure smooth daily operations.
Responsibilities
Answer and manage a multi-line phone system, routing calls promptly and accurately to the appropriate person or office.
Respond to incoming calls within an average of 4 to 5 seconds to maintain a high standard of customer service.
Greet visitors in a professional manner, determine the purpose of their visit, and notify or direct them to the appropriate person or office.
Monitor visitor activity in the lobby to help maintain a professional and orderly reception area.
Perform general clerical duties, including faxing, addressing correspondence, and providing word processing support as needed.
Receive, sort, and distribute incoming mail and other deliveries.
Use word processing and spreadsheet software to generate form letters, memos, and basic documents.
Operate standard office machines and equipment to support daily administrative tasks.
Maintain accurate data entry and basic administrative records as required.
Provide courteous and efficient customer service to students, staff, and visitors at all times.
Essential Skills
High School Diploma or GED required.
At least 1 year of related work experience in reception, front desk, or administrative support.
Excellent customer service skills with a professional and welcoming demeanor.
Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
Ability to multi-task and manage competing priorities in a busy environment.
Proficiency in word processing and spreadsheet software, including the ability to generate form letters and memos.
Proficiency in word processing, spreadsheet, and database software, with the ability to create spreadsheets and databases.
Good working knowledge of English, including spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
Ability to operate standard office machines and equipment.
Demonstrated experience with Microsoft Office and data entry.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Experience in front desk, customer service, or administrative support roles for 1 or more years.
Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
Ability to remain calm, courteous, and efficient when handling multiple calls or visitors.
Comfort working in an educational or campus environment and interacting with students.
Ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively with campus leadership.
Work Environment
This role is based in a campus setting, working closely with students and the campus director in a professional lobby and office environment. The position follows a part-time schedule, with shifts from Monday through Thursday, 2:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. You will work at a front desk area using standard office equipment and Microsoft Office applications to support daily operations. The environment emphasizes professional communication, courteous service, and a well-maintained, welcoming reception area.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Waterbury, CT.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $19.00/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 Waterbury,CT.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Apr 28, 2026.
About Aston Carter:
Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com (%20astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com) for other accommodation options.