Philadelphia International Airport is the 19th busiest airport in the world and is undergoing a major expansion of its airfield and passenger facilities. Learn more about the DOA and PHL at www.phl.org. Learn more about the DOA and PHL at www.phl.org. The Philadelphia airport is a dynamic place to work. It is the only major airport serving the 6th largest metropolitan area in the United States and is one of the busiest airports in the country, proudly serving over 32,000,000 passengers annually.  The Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) and Northeast Airport (PNE), PHL's general aviation reliever airport, are an enterprise fund of the City of Philadelphia, and completely self-sustaining.

With over 200 employers and 20,000 badge holders, the Philadelphia Airport has won numerous awards for quality, diversity and innovation and is recognized nationally for its outstanding, food, beverage, and retail airport programs.

The City provides a comprehensive benefits package including the following:

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription
• Defined benefit pension plan
• Deferred compensation program
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
• Paid life insurance and AD&D insurance
• Flexible work schedules
• Training and career development
• Supportive, challenging, and innovative environment

The City of Philadelphia, Division of Aviation, has temporary, part-time Bilingual Receptionist positions available for students currently enrolled in an accredited college or university program. Applicants are responsible for giving information regarding the Airport and Greater Philadelphia region to the traveling public.

 Essential Functions

An Airport Bilingual Receptionist will be required to use their linguistic talent to assist with: information services, tours, special events, and hospitality program, as well as assisting federal agencies with international arrivals. Ideal candidates will enjoy working with the traveling public and providing them information about the Airport as well as the Philadelphia region. Other duties include: assisting federal agencies with international arrivals, the Airport's Hospitality Program, Airport tours, and participating in other related Marketing and Public Affairs tasks.

Qualifications (Education and Experience)

Applicants must be enrolled (full- or part-time) in a college or university and demonstrate fluency in English and any of a number of foreign languages, especially: Arabic, Dutch, French, German, Greek, Hebrew, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Mandarin, Portuguese, Russian and Spanish. 

All candidates must be Philadelphia residents and be able to pass security background checks mandated by the Transportation Security Administration and U.S. Customs and Border Protection.

Competencies, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

The ideal candidate will have excellent customer service skills, high attention to detail and be able to work independently.

Please submit a resume with your application.

RESIDENCY:

This is a temporary part-time position that may last up to 2 years.  New hires must establish and maintain residency in the City of Philadelphia within 6 months of appointment and for the duration of employment in this position.

SECURITY REQUIREMENT:

Must pass and maintain SIDA (Security Identification Display Area) and AOA (Airfield Operations Area) clearance at the time of appointment and during tenure of employment.

EEO:

The Philadelphia Airport is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. The Philadelphia Airport does not discriminate on the basis of disability, veteran status or any other basis protected under federal, state or local laws