Receptionist

  • Full-time

Company Description

We are Olsson, a team-based, purpose-driven engineering and design firm. Our solutions improve communities and our people make it possible.

Our most meaningful asset is our people, and we are dedicated to providing an environment where they can continue to learn, grow, and thrive. Our entrepreneurial spirit is what has allowed us — and will continue to allow us — to grow. The result? Inspired people, amazing designs, and projects with purpose.

Job Description

As a Receptionist for the Des Moines, Iowa office you will provide receptionist and administrative support to the office staff. This includes answering incoming calls, directing calls to the appropriate party, greeting clients and visitors, and coordinating travel. You will perform general clerical duties such as typing, scanning, filing, and distributing mail. You will assist in formatting and proofreading correspondence for project managers and provide finished documents to clients as needed. You may have the opportunity to work on special projects as needed.

Qualifications

YOU ARE INTERESTED IN:

  • Multitasking
  • Part-Time Employment - 30 hours a week
  • Providing administrative support
  • Working independently as well as being a contributing member of an administrative team

YOU BRING TO THE TEAM:

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Proficiency in Microsoft office (Word, Excel, and Outlook)
  • Attention to detail
  • Ability to handle a variety of tasks on a daily basis
  • Problem solving and decision making skills
  • Experience with Smartsheet is a plus.

 

Additional Information

Olsson is a nationally recognized, employee-owned firm specializing in planning and design, engineering, field services, environmental, and technology. Founded in 1956 on the very mindset that drives us today, we’re here to improve communities by making them more sustainable, better connected, and more efficient. Simply put, we work to leave the world better than we found it.

As an Olsson employee, you’ll receive our traditional benefits package (health care, vision, dental, paid time off, etc.), plus you’ll:

  • Become an owner in the company after your first year through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
  • Engage in work that has a positive impact in communities
  • Receive an excellent 401(k) match
  • Participate in a wellness program promoting balanced lifestyles
  • Benefit from a bonus system that rewards performance
  • Have the possibility for flexible work arrangements

 

Olsson is an EEO employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, or military status.

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