Legal Receptionist

Solo practice law firm seeks part-time receptionist, approximately 25 hours/week. The anticipated hours will likely be Monday-Friday, 9:30 A.M. to 3:00 P.M. Compensation will be $15.00 - $18.00/hr., depending on skill level, with possible year-end bonus. No benefits. My office is in downtown Christiansburg. My practice is primarily criminal defense and family law (divorce/child custody/support). The receptionist will welcome visitors to the office, schedule appointments when I am not available, and provide information to current clients. More details are in the job description below.

Job Description

General Purpose

Attend to visitors and deal with inquiries on the phone and face to face. Supply information to the general public, clients and customers.

Main Job Tasks and Responsibilities

answer telephone, screen and direct calls

take and relay messages

provide information to callers

greet persons entering the office

deal with queries from the public and clients

provide general administrative and clerical support

prepare correspondence and documents

receive and sort mail and deliveries

schedule appointments using calendar software

tidy and maintain the reception area

Education and Experience

high school diploma generally required

administrative and clerical skills

computer and Google Calendar skills

knowledge of customer service principles and practices

keyboard skills

Key Competencies

verbal and written communication skills

professional personal presentation

customer service orientation

information management

organizing and planning

attention to detail

initiative

reliability

stress tolerance

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $15.00 - $18.00 per hour

Work Location: In person