Clerical Receptionist
Job ID: MG213154330
Job Category: Clerical
Job Location: Harrisburg, PA
Pay Range: $18.00 - $20.00/HOUR
Job Type: Contract
Clerical Receptionist | Be the Professional Everyone Counts On
Location: Harrisburg, PA
Schedule: Full-Time | Monday–Friday | Onsite
Pay: $18.00–$20.00 per hour
Position Type: Temporary-to-Hire
Schedule: Full-Time | Monday–Friday | Onsite
Pay: $18.00–$20.00 per hour
Position Type: Temporary-to-Hire
Some people answer phones.
You create first impressions.
Every business has that one person who keeps everything moving.
The phones are ringing. Visitors are arriving. Emails are coming in. Questions need answers. Messages need to get to the right people—quickly and accurately.
While others see chaos, you see priorities.
If you're calm under pressure, naturally organized, and genuinely enjoy helping people, this opportunity may be exactly what you've been looking for.
Abel Personnel is recruiting on behalf of our client for a Clerical Receptionist who will become the welcoming face and trusted communication hub of their office.
What You'll Do
As the first point of contact, you'll help create a positive experience for every customer, visitor, and caller while ensuring the office operates smoothly each day.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Greeting visitors with warmth, professionalism, and confidence
- Managing a busy multi-line phone system
- Assisting walk-in customers, consignors, and buyers
- Monitoring incoming emails and routing requests promptly
- Taking accurate messages and ensuring timely follow-through
- Directing calls and visitors to the appropriate department
- Performing data entry, filing, scanning, and general administrative support
- Maintaining organized records and supporting daily office operations
- Providing exceptional customer service with every interaction
You'll Thrive in This Role If...
✔ You remain composed and professional—even when the phones won't stop ringing.
✔ You naturally follow through and don't let important details slip through the cracks.
✔ You enjoy helping people and making them feel welcome.
✔ You can shift between multiple tasks without losing accuracy.
✔ You communicate clearly, professionally, and respectfully.
✔ You take pride in keeping an office organized and running efficiently.
If friends or coworkers describe you as dependable, organized, approachable, and calm under pressure, we'd love to meet you.
What We're Looking For
- Previous experience as a Receptionist, Front Desk Receptionist, Administrative Assistant, Office Assistant, or Clerical Professional preferred
- Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills
- Strong verbal and written communication abilities
- Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail
- Comfortable managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced office
- Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel
- Basic accounting knowledge is a plus but not required
Why This Opportunity Stands Out
This is more than a reception desk position.
It's an opportunity to become an essential part of a collaborative office where professionalism, reliability, and outstanding customer service are genuinely valued.
What you'll enjoy:
- Competitive pay of $18.00–$20.00 per hour
- Opportunity to transition into a permanent position
- Convenient onsite parking
- Monday–Friday schedule
- Supportive team environment
- A role where your organizational skills and professionalism truly make an impact every day
About Abel Personnel
For over 50 years, Abel Personnel has connected talented professionals with outstanding employers throughout Central Pennsylvania. We believe the right career is about more than finding your next job—it's about finding the right fit.
If you're ready to join a company that values professionalism, exceptional customer service, and people who take pride in their work, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today and let Abel Personnel help you take the next step in your career.