Switchboard Operator Jobs in New Jersey

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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Front Office Receptionist - Ophthalmology Practice

Looking for a rewarding career in Vision Care? We have an exciting opportunity for you! We're currently hiring for a Front Desk/Receptionist in our Ophthalmology practice Why join us? We value...

Garces, Grabler & LeBrocq

Front Desk Ambassador

We seek a Bilingual Spanish/English New Client Specialist to play a pivotal role in the firm's client acquisition and new client team by providing customer service support to potential clients and...

Central Office Technician, Power function

  • New Brunswick, NJ
  • 90+ days ago
  • New Brunswick, NJ
  • 90+ days ago

When you join Verizon You want more out of a career. A place to share your ideas freely even if theyre daring or different. Where the true you can learn, grow, and thrive. At Verizon, we power and...

Customer Service Associate

  • Neptune City, NJ
  • moments ago
  • Neptune City, NJ
  • moments ago

Job Description Job Title: Customer Service Associate Location: Field Department: Store Operations Job Summary: The Customer Service Associate works in support of the store management team to...

Front Desk Coordinator- Per Diem

  • NJ
  • 1 hour ago
  • NJ
  • 1 hour ago

Overview Community Health Center (CHC) offers comprehensive, community based, preventive, primary care and wellness services for New Jersey residents of all ages at four convenient locations.CHC...

Front Desk Coordinator

  • NJ
  • 2 hours ago
  • NJ
  • 2 hours ago

Overview VNACJ Community Health Center is hiring! Front Desk Coordinator At VNACJ Community Health Center, we're dedicated to offering accessible, high-quality healthcare to New Jersey residents....

Customer Service Associate

  • East Hanover, NJ
  • 2 hours ago
  • East Hanover, NJ
  • 2 hours ago

Golf's Happy Place! Starting at $15.75 - $18.00 an hour. At PGA TOUR Superstore, we're always looking for enthusiastic, self-motivated, flexible individuals who will share a passion for helping...

Receptionist

  • New Brunswick, NJ
  • 2 hours ago
  • New Brunswick, NJ
  • 2 hours ago

Provide assistance, guidance and direction to various locations in the hospital for patients and visitors, Responsibilities include maintaining patient information services at all lobbies guest...

Front Desk Agent

  • Atlantic City, NJ
  • 11 hours ago
  • Atlantic City, NJ
  • 11 hours ago

Overview Front Desk Agent/DR Supervisor A Front Desk Agent is responsible for welcoming and providing friendly service to guests of the Golden Nugget hotel and casino. Responsibilities Responsible...

Receptionist Officer FT- Days Shift Whippany, NJ

  • Whippany, NJ
  • 13 hours ago
  • Whippany, NJ
  • 13 hours ago

Receptionist Security Officer located in Whippany, NJ Job Posting: Security Receptionist Location: Whippany, NJ Position: Security Receptionist Schedule: Monday Friday, 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM Pay...

Front Desk Agent - Princeton Westin

  • Princeton, NJ
  • 13 hours ago
  • Princeton, NJ
  • 13 hours ago

What you will be doing Greet and communicate cordially with guests, promptly and professionally checking them in and out of the hotel. Assist in pre-registration and blocking of reservations when...

Customer Service Associate - Temporary

  • Union City, NJ
  • 14 hours ago
  • Union City, NJ
  • 14 hours ago

Models and delivers a distinctive and delightful customer experience. Registers sales on assigned cash register, provides customers with courteous, fair, friendly, and efficient checkout service....

Pharmacy Customer Service Associate

  • Dover, NJ
  • 14 hours ago
  • Dover, NJ
  • 14 hours ago

Models and delivers a distinctive and delightful customer experience. Registers sales on assigned cash register, provides customers with courteous, fair, friendly, and efficient checkout service....

Retail Customer Service Associate Part Time

  • Whippany, NJ
  • 14 hours ago
  • Whippany, NJ
  • 14 hours ago

Join our team of more than 34,000 team members, supporting our members and communities in our Club Support Center, 235+ clubs and eight distribution centers. BJs Wholesale Club offers a...

Dental Receptionist

  • West Orange, NJ
  • 16 hours ago
  • West Orange, NJ
  • 16 hours ago

We are a multi practice dental office in West Orange and Millburn currently seeking a friendly and organized Dental Receptionist to join our dental team. As the first point of contact for our...

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Salary for Switchboard Operator Jobs in New Jersey

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Highest Education Level

Switchboard Operators in New Jersey 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 New Jersey
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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