Security Receptionist-Germantown, MD

Constellis•Germantown, MD

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Full-time Site Security Receptionist is the initial point of contact for visitors and staff and provides administrative and front-desk support in a secure environment at the Germantown, Maryland facility. The role is responsible for maintaining an organized and secure reception desk, supporting efficient daily operations, managing incoming communications, assisting visitors, and upholding security protocols. The position is based at the Germantown location and may require travel between the Forrestal and Germantown locations as scheduled. The position pays $34.40 per hour. Business hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; extended or weekend hours may sometimes be required. Work is typically in a busy office environment with frequent interruptions. Physical activities may include lifting and carrying awkward items weighing up to 25 pounds and intermittent standing, walking, sitting, squatting, stretching, and bending throughout the workday.

Requirements

High school diploma or state-recognized equivalent.
Excellent interpersonal skills.
One year of experience or education in the business or clerical field.
Basic computer skills in Microsoft Office Suites.
Ability to follow directions carefully and precisely.
At a minimum, possess a DOE (Q) security clearance or meet eligibility requirements that will reasonably ensure a DOE (Q) clearance is obtained.
Reliable transportation and ability to travel between the Forrestal and Germantown locations as scheduled.
Ability to lift and carry awkward items weighing up to 25 pounds.
Ability to perform intermittent standing, walking, sitting, squatting, stretching, and bending throughout the workday.

Responsibilities

Greet guests as they arrive inside the building.
Communicate professionally by phone, electronic mail, and in person.
Answer and direct phone calls in a polite and friendly manner.
Read and enter identifiable information into a software system.
Operate a computer, scanner, and printer.
Keep the reception area tidy and presentable.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Complete training on the visitor access database procedure and a course in professional interaction.
Travel between the Forrestal and Germantown locations as scheduled.