The Village of Skokie is currently seeking qualified candidates for the position of part-time Switchboard Operator/Receptionist, working Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Duties include answering telephones and directing calls coming through the Village’s computerized switchboard to appropriate departments/ individuals in a polite, expeditious manner, as well as assisting walk-in visitors; Assists the Village Clerk’s office in such duties as real estate tax transactions and voter registration; Processes and sorts daily incoming mail; Performs other general clerical tasks and other work-related duties as assigned.
A high school diploma or equivalent is required; Prior switchboard and/or administrative support in an office environment preferred; Must have excellent hearing, verbal communication skills, telephone and interpersonal skills, along with a pleasant and welcoming personality; Must be able to manage multiple calls in sequence; Must have the ability to operate moderately sophisticated office equipment including, but not limited to, the Village’s switchboard, personal computers, printers, etc.; Must be fluent in English; Bilingual skills helpful, but not required.
The hourly pay range for this position is $25.56 - $33.43. The starting pay range is $25.56 - $28.17, depending on qualifications. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, IMRF retirement pension plan, deferred compensation plan, and paid time off. To see the complete job description, please go to the Skokie Jobs page at skokie.org and select the Switchboard Operator position.
To be considered for this position, please submit a Village of Skokie Application for Employment by August 25, 2025, to: Village of Skokie Human Resources Division, 5127 Oakton St., Skokie, IL 60077, or by email to Human.Resources@skokie.org. Applications are available on the Skokie Jobs page at skokie.org, or at Skokie Village Hall. EOE
Duties include answering telephones and directing calls coming through the Village’s computerized switchboard to appropriate departments/ individuals in a polite, expeditious manner, as well as assisting walk-in visitors; Assists the Village Clerk’s office in such duties as real estate tax transactions and voter registration; Processes and sorts daily incoming mail; Performs other general clerical tasks and other work-related duties as assigned.
A high school diploma or equivalent is required; Prior switchboard and/or administrative support in an office environment preferred; Must have excellent hearing, verbal communication skills, telephone and interpersonal skills, along with a pleasant and welcoming personality; Must be able to manage multiple calls in sequence; Must have the ability to operate moderately sophisticated office equipment including, but not limited to, the Village’s switchboard, personal computers, printers, etc.; Must be fluent in English; Bilingual skills helpful, but not required.
The hourly pay range for this position is $25.56 - $33.43. The starting pay range is $25.56 - $28.17, depending on qualifications. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, IMRF retirement pension plan, deferred compensation plan, and paid time off. To see the complete job description, please go to the Skokie Jobs page at skokie.org and select the Switchboard Operator position.
To be considered for this position, please submit a Village of Skokie Application for Employment by August 25, 2025, to: Village of Skokie Human Resources Division, 5127 Oakton St., Skokie, IL 60077, or by email to Human.Resources@skokie.org. Applications are available on the Skokie Jobs page at skokie.org, or at Skokie Village Hall. EOE
