Job Title:  Receptionist
Company:  WAND-TV
Job Function:  Administrative
Job Type:  Full-Time
Job Location (Short):  KY-Louisville
Requisition Id:  31694
Job Description

WAND-TV is an award-winning station, centrally located in Decatur and is in a tri-phenated market. The Illinois capital is to the west and the world-renowned University of Illinois to the east. The cost of living is low, recently ranked 3rd most affordable city in the country.  It has great schools and a low crime rate. 

Decatur's central location means it's a short drive to Chicago, St. Louis or Indianapolis.

Why WAND is the best place to work:

  • Low-cost family health benefits including Health, Dental, and Vision
  • Company paid Health Savings Account
  • 100% paid Life Insurance, Short Term and Long Term Disability
  • Incredible 6% employer 401K match
  • Competitive paid time off
  • Opportunities for learning and growth
  • Collaborative Team with a strong values-based culture 
  • Learn from industry-leading talent

WAND-TV is looking for a friendly, organized Receptionist to be the welcoming face of our station and support daily office operations. This position plays a key role in creating a positive first impression for callers, visitors, and internal staff while keeping the front office running smoothly.

What You Will Do

• Professionally answer incoming calls, direct callers to the appropriate team member, and transfer to voicemail when necessary
• Greet and assist visitors, ensuring a warm and professional welcome
• Take and relay messages for station personnel
• Assist with reconciling station logs
• Provide general information to callers and visitors (address, directions, website, etc.)
• Sort, distribute, and route incoming mail and publications
• Coordinate outgoing and incoming express mail services (FedEx, UPS, etc.)
• Assist with ordering, receiving, and restocking office supplies
• Support additional administrative tasks such as photocopying, faxing, filing, and collating
• Maintain reliable, punctual daily attendance

 

What You Will Bring

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively with the administrative team
• Positive, professional attitude and strong customer-service mindset

 

Education & Experience

Education: High school diploma or GED required
Experience: 6 months–1 year of relevant experience preferred (or equivalent combination of education and experience)

 

Technical Skills

• Working knowledge of Windows and Microsoft Office products

 

Why WAND is a Great Place to Work

  • Low-cost family health benefits including Medical, Dental, and Vision

  • Company-paid Health Savings Account

  • 100% employer-paid Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability

  • Generous 6% employer 401(k) match

  • Competitive paid time off

  • Opportunities for growth and learning

  • Collaborative, values-driven culture

  • Work alongside industry-leading talent

Expected pay range for this position is $17-$18 hourly depending on experience.

WAND-TV is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).
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