Description We are looking for an organized and personable Receptionist to join our team in Santa Barbara, California. This Contract position offers an opportunity to showcase your administrative and customer service skills in a dynamic work environment. The ideal candidate will be skilled in managing communication channels, maintaining schedules, and ensuring smooth daily operations. Responsibilities: • Greet clients and visitors with a detail-oriented and welcoming demeanor. • Handle incoming calls using a multi-line phone system and direct them appropriately. • Manage email correspondence efficiently and respond to inquiries in a timely manner. • Perform data entry tasks with accuracy and attention to detail. • Schedule appointments and maintain organized calendars for staff and management. • Utilize Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook to prepare documents and track information. • Maintain an organized filing system to ensure easy retrieval of information. • Provide exceptional customer service and address client needs effectively. • Foster positive interpersonal relationships with colleagues and clients to ensure collaboration. Requirements • Proficiency in handling multi-line phone systems. • Strong customer service skills with the ability to assist with diverse needs. • Experience with data entry and maintaining accuracy in administrative tasks. • Skilled in email correspondence and precise communication. • Familiarity with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook for document preparation and data tracking. • Excellent organizational skills for managing files and scheduling appointments. • Strong interpersonal abilities to build rapport with clients and colleagues. • Capability to multitask and adapt in a fast-paced environment. TalentMatch® Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .