Switchboard Operator Jobs in Champaign, IL

A Switchboard Operator plays a vital role in facilitating effective communication within an organization. They are chiefly responsible for handling incoming, outgoing, and interoffice calls and directing them to the appropriate departments or individuals. Their tasks may also extend to maintaining phone system performance, recording and relaying messages, and sometimes performing administrative duties such as filing, data entry, and record keeping.

Switchboard Operators should possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills, as they often serve as the first point of contact for clients or visitors. They should also have good organizational abilities and be familiar with computer and telephone systems. A high school diploma or its equivalent is typically required, but a certification in office administration or a related field may be beneficial. Prior to becoming a Switchboard Operator, one could hold roles such as Receptionist, Customer Service Representative, or Office Assistant which would provide relevant experience in handling calls and performing administrative tasks.

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Customer Service Associate

  • Champaign, IL
  • 16 hours ago
  • Champaign, IL
  • 16 hours ago

Join our team and live the Ollie-tude! : ( Ollie’s Core Values) BE A TEAM PLAYER - Associates are expected to be supportive and work together. BE CARING - How do I treat others with courtesy,...

Switchboard Operator

  • Champaign, IL
  • 21 hours ago
  • Champaign, IL
  • 21 hours ago

Website: The Switchboard operator is a vital part of the team at The Pavilion....

Patient Services Representative-SWC Allergy

  • Champaign, IL
  • 3 days ago
  • Champaign, IL
  • 3 days ago

Overview The Patient Services Representative 1 coordinates and participates in a variety of duties associated with daily clinic preparation process, patient identification, patient check in,...

Cashier / Customer Service Associate - Champaign

  • Champaign, IL
  • 6 days ago
  • Champaign, IL
  • 6 days ago

Ready for a wild ride into the world of convenience store stardom? Buckle up, buttercup, because Mach 1 Stores in Champaign, Illinois is about to make your dreams come true! Blast off with $15-$16...

Receptionist - Interventional Pain

  • Champaign, IL
  • 7 days ago
  • Champaign, IL
  • 7 days ago

Christie Clinic's department of Interventional Pain is seeking a full-time Receptionist from Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm at the University Clinic, with no night or weekend requirements. Duties...

Receptionist - Part-time- 1st shift

  • Rantoul, IL (14 miles from Champaign, IL)
  • 8 days ago
  • Rantoul, IL (14 miles from Champaign, IL)
  • 8 days ago

Responsibilities: Greets and engages with all Community visitors, ensuring a warm and inviting first impression and experience Manages incoming calls, providing assistance and directing inquiries...

Patient Services Representative 1- Cardiology

  • Urbana, IL (1 mile from Champaign, IL)
  • 21 days ago
  • Urbana, IL (1 mile from Champaign, IL)
  • 21 days ago

Overview The Patient Services Representative 1 coordinates and participates in a variety of duties associated with daily clinic preparation process, patient identification, patient check in,...

Retail Customer Service Associate

  • Champaign, IL
  • 30+ days ago
  • Champaign, IL
  • 30+ days ago

... Want to make a lot of peoples day? Our Member Frontline Cashier Associates are the heart of our front end. You play a major role in how our members feel in the club and when they leave. You...

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Salary for Switchboard Operator Jobs in Champaign, IL

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Highest Education Level

Switchboard Operators in Champaign, IL offer the following education background
High School or GED
30.8%
Bachelor's Degree
26.7%
Associate's Degree
18.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
14.7%
Master's Degree
5.5%
Some College
2.4%
Some High School
1.1%
Doctorate Degree
0.6%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Switchboard Operators in Champaign, IL
Less than 1 year
43.5%
1-2 years
23.9%
None
17.1%
2-4 years
14.7%
4-6 years
0.7%


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