*A job as a Front Desk Receptionist falls under the broader career category of Switchboard Operators, Including Answering Service. The information on this page will generally apply to all careers in this category but may not specifically apply to this career title.
Job Description
for Switchboard Operators, Including Answering Service :
Operate telephone business systems equipment or switchboards to relay incoming, outgoing, and interoffice calls. May supply information to callers and record messages.
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Median Annual Wage |
$40,020 |
Median Hourly Wage |
$19.24* |
Total Employed Nationally |
43,830 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics May 2024 wage data and 2023-2033 employment projections. "Projected growth" represents the estimated change in total employment over the projections period (2023-2033). "Projected job openings" represent openings due to growth and replacement.