Receptionist

Company: First American
Location: Kennewick
Posted on: March 12, 2020

Job Description:

Company SummaryJoin our team! First American's Direct division provides comprehensive title insurance protection and professional settlement services for real estate purchases, refinances and equity loans. As a global leader in providing title insurance, settlement services and risk solutions for real estate transactions, First American (NYSE: FAF) is an ideal place to build your career. We have been entrusted with helping our customers achieve and protect their dream of homeownership since 1889. We believe that our people are the key to the companys continued success, and we invest in diverse talents and backgrounds and empower our teams to achieve more than they could anywhere else. First American has created an award-winning culture and has been named to the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For list for the fifth consecutive year and to more than 50 regional Best Places to Work lists. For more information, please visit www.careers.firstam.comJob SummaryEssential Functions

• Greets and directs visitors in office.
• Offers coffee and water to visitors.
• Keeps front office area clean and stocked.
• Operates multi-line telephone system to answer incoming calls and directs callers to appropriate personnel.
• May update appointment calendars.
• May order, receive and maintain office supplies and equipment.
• May receive, sort and route mail.
• Delivers and picks up documents, mail, messages, packages and other items as directed to and/or from business establishments and/or private homes.
• Maintains a log of items picked up and delivered.
• Travels by automobile.
• May assist other employees or departments by gathering, checking, and preparing documents; maintain accounts; set-up appointments; assemble packages.
• Performs a wide range of administrative support for multiple departments or administrative units.Knowledge and Skills/Technology Used
  • Ability to keep track of multiple documents and itemize.
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications
  • Ability to read and interpret documents
  • Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees
  • Responds promptly to customer needs; responds to requests for service and assistance; meets commitments.
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to multi-task
  • Must be able to maintain professionalism and a positive service attitude at all times
  • Communication skill verbal and writtenTypical Range of Experience
    • Entry-level position
    • Experience dealing with the general public or office environment preferred
    • High School diploma or equivalentFirst American invests in its employees' development and well-being, empowers them to provide superior customer service and encourages them to serve the communities where they live and work. First American is committed to diversity and inclusion. We are an equal opportunity employer. For more information about our Company and our dedication to putting People First, check out firstam.com/careers.

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