Switchboard Receptionist/Office Services Assistant

Are you a people-person with a great smile and attitude? If so, we are seeking a professional and punctual individual with excellent communication skills (proper use of the English language) and pleasant phone manner to operate the telephone system console and welcome guests for the nation's leading advocacy organization for children's health, the American Academy of Pediatrics.

In addition this individual will make paging announcements, monitor incoming faxes, identify misc. mail, notify staff of deliveries, and serve as back-up to Office Services staff members.

Ideal candidates have a high school degree or equivalent, 1 year of work experience in an office setting, preferably operating a console switchboard, and have proficient typing skills. Some overtime may be required.

We offer a competitive salary with an exceptional and comprehensive benefits package. Please send your resume and salary requirements referencing position HR/CLN/40 to:

American Academy of Pediatrics
Attn: Human Resources
141 Northwest Point Blvd.
Elk Grove Village, IL 60007
FAX: (847) 228-5099
E-MAIL: resumes@aap.org

Please visit our Web site for more information about the AAP. The AAP offers an excellent work environment, competitive salary, and a very comprehensive benefits package. Additionally, we are an Equal Opportunity Employer (M/F/D/V) that values the strength diversity brings to our workplace. As a reaffirmation to our employee-focused culture, in 2005 & 2006 the AAP was named one of the 101 Best and Brightest Companies to Work for in the Chicagoland area.