The Tech Museum of Innovation
Job Description
Receptionist

The Tech Museum of Innovation is an educational resource established to
engage people of all ages and backgrounds in exploring and experiencing
technologies affecting their lives and to inspire the young to become
innovators in the technologies of the future.

The Tech is seeking a friendly and reliable candidate to serve as
Receptionist.  This is a full-time, regular, non-exempt position reporting
to the Controller.

Responsibilities:
-Handle a large volume of telephone and in-person questions about The Tech,
its programs and exhibits. Route callers to appropriate department.
-Greet and announce visitors courteously and professionally.
-Monitor incoming and outgoing shipments, i.e. fed ex, ups.
-Open and distribute incoming mail and faxes.  Monitor outgoing mail.
-Monitor general office supplies and postage.
-Be knowledgeable of The Tech's mission, programs, and exhibits.  Stay
current with the functioning of the entire institution.
-Maintain high standards in general housekeeping of reception area and
office work area.
-Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements:
-Punctual, reliable (excellent attendance record) and detail-oriented.
-Must be flexible to the museum's needs.
-Must have at least one year or related work experience.
-Good customer service skills.
-Good communication skills.
-PBX or call center experience desirable.
-Must be able to handle multiple tasks at one time
-Computer literate. Experience with Windows application desirable.

Hours:          Monday - Friday, 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Salary:         $10 - $12/hour

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
The Tech offers excellent benefits including paid health, dental, vision
and life insurance.  Send cover letter and resume with salary history to
The Tech Museum of Innovation, Human Resources, 201 S. Market Street, San
Jose, CA 95113.  Fax: (408) 279-7149.  Or, e-mail text of resume to
[log in to unmask] (do not send attachments.)  No calls please.  The Tech
Museum of Innovation is an Equal Opportunity Employer with a strong
commitment to diversity. (http://www.thetech.org)

Xuan T. Nguyen
Manager of Human Resources
The Tech Museum of Innovation
201 S. Market Street
San Jose, CA  95113

Administrative Offices:
145 W. San Carlos Street
San Jose, CA  95113

Web:  www.thetech.org
Human Resources Info:  www.thetech.org/hr
FAX: (408) 279-7149
Phone: (408) 795-6100
Direct Line: (408) 795-6204

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