Receptionist
Position Type:State: Massachusetts
City: Boston
Zip Code:02210
OverviewAvalonBay Communities, Inc., an equity REIT, has a long-term track record of developing, redeveloping, acquiring and managing distinctive apartment homes in some of the best U.S. markets, and delivering outsized, risk-adjusted returns to shareholders. With equal parts experience and vision, we've established a leadership position rooted in our purpose of creating a better way to live and that is always focused on building value for the long term.Creating a better way to live is the purpose that binds AvalonBay associates. We take that purpose seriously and expect you will as well. By focusing on collaboration, innovation, and taking ownership of our choices and actions, we act in ways that focus on creating value for our customers, investors and associates. Your positive, professional, and consistent personal interactions make AvalonBay a great place to work.
The RoleOverviewCreating a better way to live is the purpose that binds AvalonBay associates. We take that purpose seriously and expect you will as well. By focusing on collaboration, innovation, and taking ownership of our choices and actions, we act in ways that focus on creating value for our customers, investors and associates. Your positive, professional, and consistent personal interactions make AvalonBay a great place to work.ResponsibilitiesWe are currently searching for a Receptionist to work at our Regional Office in Boston, MA. This position requires a highly motivated professional to perform a wide range of administrative and front office support tasks. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Screening/directing calls, greeting guests, and coordinating with building security.
- Accepting deliveries, preparing outgoing UPS packages, collecting and distributing mail.
- Ordering and stocking supplies for kitchen, bathrooms, and copy room.
- Placing catering orders and coordinating delivery/setup.
- Maintaining neatness of kitchen area (emptying dishwasher, cleaning up after catering, etc.)
- Making room reservations for meetings via Outlook, maintaining appearance of conference rooms, helping to set up for meetings and office events.
- Performing basic data entry, such as entering insurance certificates and expense reports.
- Assisting the Office Manager with various tasks; reporting office maintenance issues; and providing basic IT assistance.
- Assisting various departments with projects as needed.
Qualifications The ideal candidate will be dependable, enjoy working with people, have a warm and friendly personality and a great attitude. We are looking for a motivated individual who possesses exceptional customer service skills and is ready to be a part of our team.Requirements:
- High School diploma equivalent (GED)
- One year of administrative and/or customer service experience
- Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (especially Outlook, Word, and Excel)
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to multi-task and attention to detail
- Notary or willingness to become a notary
How AvalonBay Supports YouWe know that our teams are the beating heart of our success and we're committed to showing our appreciation.We offer:Comprehensive benefits - health, dental and vision, 401(k) with company match, paid vacation and holidays, tuition reimbursement, an employee stock purchase plan and more. Click on Benefits ( for information.Growth based on achievement and promotion from within.Associate recognition (a company-wide recognition program that celebrates associate efforts and successes in contributing to the overall success of the organization - including destination awards, 'AvalonBay's Very Best' recognition program and others!).A 20% discount on our incredible apartment homes.A culture built on purpose and our core values - A Commitment to Integrity, A Spirit of Caring, and A Focus on Continuous Improvement.
Additional InfoAvalonBay is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to an inclusive and diverse work environment free of discrimination and harassment. We believe that in order to achieve our purpose of creating a better way to live, we must recruit, develop and retain associates with a wide range of backgrounds, experiences and perspectives and create an environment that encourages all voices to be heard, understood and appreciated. With this we know we can do great things.AvalonBay makes employment decisions without regard to a person's race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation or related medical conditions), age, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including characteristics or testing), citizenship status, military or veteran status, or any other status protected by the law.For California residents, if you elect to apply to AvalonBay you accept the AvalonBay California Personnel Privacy Notice (