Receptionist - County Fair
About The Position
The SAN MATEO COUNTY FAIR is seeking Receptionists to work in a fun and friendly environment during the San Mateo County Fair. This is a seasonal position as follows: Mid-May through June 16 Must have an open schedule during this time and be available to work on the weekends of June 6-7 and June 13-14. Hours are typically 8:30 am to 5:00 pm and may vary based on business needs. Pay Rate: $23.00 per hour Job Summary Under the direction of the CAO, serves as a receptionist providing excellent customer service to our guests and administrative support to our staff. This is a seasonal position for the 2026 San Mateo County Fair.
Requirements
- Punctuality is a must as this is time sensitive position.
- Excellent customer service skills and a strong ability to interact with all in a professional, helpful, courteous, and tactful manner.
- Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
- Excellent spelling, grammar, and written English skills required.
- Ability to multi-task including accomplishing administrative tasks while answering phones and greeting the public.
- Excellent computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office.
- Willingness to be flexible and work with the changing workload, and sudden shifts in priorities without losing focus on the “big picture”.
- Requires being responsible, reliable, and dependable to fulfill job obligations.
- Any combination of education, experience, and training that would provide the required knowledge and abilities to perform the responsibilities of this position.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
Responsibilities
- Answer extremely busy telephones and respond to routine inquiries regarding the San Mateo County Fair and Event Center events.
- Route and screen calls to appropriate staff members and take complete messages.
- Greet and assist all walk-in visitors and clients, and notify the appropriate staff member of their presence.
- Monitor and operate the base radio to communicate with staff members.
- Perform general administrative and clerical tasks for several departments.
- Take telephone and walk-in orders for fair ticket sales in advance.
- Additional duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
11-50 employees
