Job Description
Job Description
Job Title: Part-Time Receptionist (Must be able to work on the weekends and in the days)
Job Description
The receptionist is responsible for answering phones, performing customer service, and executing other clerical duties as assigned. This role involves maintaining the Front Desk Reception, greeting customers, and directing them to various service areas. The receptionist contacts salespersons for customers and manages incoming telephone communications. Additionally, this role includes ordering necessary supplies, as authorized by managers, and performing other clerical tasks to assist with the smooth functioning of the dealership. A cheerful and professional demeanor towards customers and colleagues is essential.
Responsibilities
- Answer and direct incoming telephone communications.
- Greet customers and direct them to service areas, coffee, restrooms, or seating areas.
- Contact salespersons for customer assistance.
- Order necessary supplies when authorized by managers.
- Perform other clerical duties as assigned.
- Maintain a cheerful and professional demeanor towards customers and colleagues.
Essential Skills
- Customer service experience
- Outgoing personality
- Ability to multitask
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Experience with Microsoft Office
- Experience with Outlook
- Experience in administrative support, retail sales, foodservice, or filing
Work Environment
This role is based at an automotive dealership location in NE Salem that operates multiple new and used vehicle lots. The Receptionist works at the front desk in a professional showroom environment, interacting frequently with customers, sales staff, and service personnel. The setting is active and customer-focused, with regular foot traffic and phone activity throughout the shift. New hires complete an initial training period that includes five daytime training days (approximately 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.) and three closing shifts alongside experienced staff. The workplace expects a professional appearance and demeanor appropriate for a customer-facing dealership environment, with frequent use of standard office equipment and computer applications to support front desk operations.
The position follows a set schedule that includes weekday evening shifts (Monday through Friday approximately 2:50 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.), mandatory Saturday shifts (either 7:50 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. or 1:50 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.), and mandatory Sunday shifts two times per month (typically 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. or 2:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.).
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Salem, OR.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $16.50 - $16.50/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Salem,OR.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on May 26, 2026.
About Aston Carter
Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.
San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.