Posted: 20-Nov-25
Location: Roseville, California
Type: Full Time
Salary: 23.57
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We're Hiring: Full-Time Receptionist
The Placer Mosquito and Vector Control District is seeking a qualified and motivated Receptionist to join our team. This position serves as the District’s first point of contact with the public, providing courteous, accurate, and timely assistance in person, by phone, and by email. The Receptionist also supports staff with routine administrative and clerical duties that contribute to the District’s mission to protect public health. Our District office is located in Roseville, California, and serves all of Placer County.
Posted: November 5, 2025
Final Filing Date: December 5, 2025
Position Status
Regular full-time, FLSA non-exempt, subject to a minimum six-month probationary period.
No phone calls please.
Current District employees must submit a Letter of Intent by the filing deadline to be considered.
Examples of Essential Duties
- Answer and route incoming phone calls promptly and courteously; provide general information and refer callers to appropriate staff.
- Monitor and respond to general District email accounts.
- Greet and assist visitors and walk-in members of the public.
- Receive, log, and process public service requests, mail, and deliveries using District systems.
- Perform general clerical duties such as filing, scanning, copying, and data entry.
- Maintain the reception area in a clean and professional manner.
- Assist with preparation and distribution of correspondence, forms, and materials.
- Provide administrative support for special projects as assigned.
Desirable Qualifications
Any combination of education and experience that would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain these would be:
- Education: Equivalent to graduation from high school or GED.
- Experience: One year of clerical, reception, or customer service experience preferred. Experience working in a public agency or other customer-facing role is desirable.
Knowledge and Abilities
Knowledge of:
- Standard office practices and procedures.
- Customer service techniques, telephone etiquette, and professional communication.
- Basic computer applications including word processing, spreadsheets, email, and database systems.
Ability to:
- Communicate clearly and courteously in person, on the phone, and in writing.
- Follow oral and written instructions accurately.
- Handle confidential information with discretion.
- Learn and use District software for service requests and records.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with the public and staff.
- Manage time effectively and handle multiple tasks with attention to detail.