This opportunity is specifically designed to give seasoned professionals a chance to re-enter the workforce after retirement. Embark on a rewarding journey where your wealth of experience meets new challenges. Rediscover the joy of contributing to the community, while enjoying a supportive and dynamic work environment.

The Receptionist at the Pitkin County Senior Center provides basic front desk support to visitors and creates a resource-rich experience for customers.

If you're a retiree with a wealth of knowledge and a hunger for new horizons, this is the perfect position for you. 

• Welcomes guests; assists visitors and directs them to the correct staff person as needed.

• Answers the phone, takes messages and transfers calls as needed daily. 

• Assists clients in coordinating and signing up for programs daily, including signing up and signing in for lunch.

• Supports the relationship between Pitkin County government and the general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with citizens, visitors, and County staff; maintains confidentiality of work-related issues and County information; performs other duties as required or assigned.

• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.

• Up to 1 year experience

• High School Diploma or GED; Associates Degree preferred

• General County and office policies and procedures

• Records management principles and practices

• Customer service techniques, including de-escalation

• Basic accounting and budgeting principles and practices

Skill In:

• Organizing and prioritizing work to meet deadlines and accomplish tasks

• Typing and entering data with speed and accuracy

• Microsoft Office Products and Google Suite

• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships

• Communicating clearly both verbally and in writing

• Work is performed in a standard office environment