Texas A&M University
Classification Specifications

0007
RECEPTIONIST
04/15/02

SUMMARY

General Description:  Greets callers and visitors and performs routine clerical duties.

DUTIES

Typical:  Receives and refers visitors and callers; answers routine questions; takes messages; maintains current roster of employees and their locations; places calls and maintains call records; may schedule appointments, reconcile telephone bills, sort mail, and type; performs related duties as required.

SUPERVISION

Received:  Detailed initial instruction and frequent review from immediate supervisor.
Given:  None.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Required:  High school graduation or any equivalent combination of training and experience. Previous office experience.
Preferred:   Experience using a multi-line telephone system.

LICENSES, CERTIFICATES OR REGISTRATION

Required:  None.
Preferred:  None.

EQUIPMENT

Typical:  None.

KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES AND SKILLS

Typical:  Working knowledge of standard office equipment.