Bilingual Receptionist (Spanish/English)
Pay Rate: $21.00 per hour Schedule: Monday Friday, 8:30 AM 4:30 PM Location: Onsite Woodbridge, CT
Position Summary: We are seeking a professional, organized, and customer-focused Bilingual (English/Spanish) Receptionist to provide front-office administrative and clerical support for Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) and Rental Assistance Program (RAP) operations. The Receptionist will serve as a key point of contact for clients, landlords, and members of the public while supporting day-to-day office operations. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, dependable, and comfortable working in a high-volume environment while maintaining confidentiality and professionalism.
Key Responsibilities:
  • Answer incoming telephone calls and direct inquiries to the appropriate staff members
  • Greet and assist clients, landlords, visitors, and members of the public in a courteous and professional manner
  • Prepare, type, organize, and distribute correspondence, forms, reports, and other documents
  • Maintain accurate and organized filing systems and client records
  • Log incoming Requests for Tenancy Approval (RFTAs) and update available housing unit listings
  • Prepare monthly client packets for recertification
  • Receive, sort, and distribute incoming mail and faxes
  • Review initial eligibility applications for completeness and accuracy
  • Operate standard office equipment, including computers, copiers, fax machines, and multi-line telephone systems
  • Provide general administrative and clerical support to program staff as assigned
  • Handle confidential client and program information with discretion
  • Follow established office procedures and maintain a professional and organized work environment
Qualifications / Experience:
  • High school diploma or GED required
  • One to two years of related office, administrative, or secretarial experience preferred
  • Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Word and ability to learn program-specific software
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Basic mathematical skills, including the ability to perform arithmetic and percentages
  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively under pressure
  • Professional and courteous interpersonal skills with the ability to interact with a diverse population
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team
  • Bilingual in English and Spanish

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Level

Junior

Salary

$21.00 per hour

Location

Woodbridge, CT

Occupation

Receptionists and Information Clerks

Industry

Administration of Housing Programs

Posted

yesterday

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