We are seeking a friendly, organized receptionist to be the first point of contact, ensuring a warm, professional, and welcoming atmosphere for all
customers and visitors. This position will provide clerical support and administrative assistance to management and other department employees
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:
1. Carry out recurring office duties/assignments independently based on proper procedure/format best suited for the department.
2. Type letters, reports, forms, manuals, enter spreadsheet data, perform scanning, perform basic research, compile, copy and distribute
documents as assigned, and filing.
3. Coordinate/organize meetings and/or travel arrangements.
4. Handle routine and non-routine requests from the department, customers, suppliers and other business contacts.
5. Gathers, validates and reports data and statistical information.
6. May be assigned to assist with clerical functions within department (i.e. A/P, A/R, etc.)
7. Answer phones, greet visitors and process incoming/outgoing mail dependent on department setting.
8. Requisition of supplies, printing, maintenance and other services dependent on department setting.
9. Always work safely and take action to prevent any and all unsafe actions, processes, and behaviors.
10. Perform other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications/Work Experience Requirements:
1. Over 3 months up to and including 6 months from post high school, work, military, institutional or vocational environment.
2. Proficient computer, grammatical and clerical skills including knowledge of office equipment and MS Office applications.
3. Basic knowledge and understanding of policies and practices to exercise sound discretionary judgment.
4. Ability to work with minimal supervision, excellent communication skills and ability to maintain confidentiality.
5. Must possess a valid driver’s license and maintain an acceptable driving record
6. Proficient computer skills.
7. Ability to work with minimal supervision to complete task or project.
8. Ability to prioritize work assignments to meet deadlines.
9. Ability to exercise sound discretionary judgment in handling of non-routine, confidential or emergency situations.
Preferred Requirements:
1. Proficient in both English and Spanish.
2. One year related work experience
How to Apply:
Knife River is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status or any other protected category under applicable state/federal law
We are a drug free work environment requiring pre-employment and random drug testing. Subject to background check.
You may apply online at www.kniferiver.com/careers
Knife River is one of the top 10 aggregate, ready-mix and sand and gravel producers in the nation. At peak construction season we employ more than 5,000 men and women who have been widely recognized for their superior customer service. We are sitting on a foundation of more than 1.1 billion tons of aggregate and provide a wide variety of products and services necessary for building America’s infrastructure.
Since purchasing the first aggregate company in 1992, Knife River has become one of the fastest-growing aggregate and construction companies in the central, southern and western United States. We have acquired nearly 70 companies located in 14 states and are licensed to perform work in many more.
Our core business lines include aggregate, asphalt, ready-mix concrete, liquid asphalt and cement.
