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Welcome Desk Receptionist - PSTC

Fox Valley Technical College · Appleton, WI · Part time

Posted Sep 23, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 5, 2026

Likely interview questions for this role

Written from this job description, not a generic list. Each one notes what the interviewer is really checking.

About your past

Tell me about your office experience. What tasks did you handle day to day?

What they are checking: Whether they meet the one year office experience requirement and have handled phones and visitors before.

This job is up to 11.75 hours a week. What schedule works for you, and how reliable can you be about it?

What they are checking: Whether they can commit to a small casual schedule consistently, since the desk depends on them showing up.

Tell me about a time you gave someone service that went a little beyond what was expected.

What they are checking: Whether friendly and efficient service comes naturally to them rather than being a line on a resume.

What would you do

This position is at the Public Safety Training Center. Who do you picture walking up to that desk, and how would you greet them?

What they are checking: Whether they have thought about serving police, fire and EMS trainees and visitors with a professional, welcoming manner.

The phone is ringing, someone is waiting at the desk, and another person needs directions to a classroom. What do you do first?

What they are checking: Whether they can juggle several people at once without making anyone feel ignored.

A caller asks a question you don't know the answer to. How do you handle it?

What they are checking: Whether they find the right person or take a clear message instead of guessing or leaving the caller stuck.

Someone comes to the desk upset because their training session was canceled. How do you respond?

What they are checking: Whether they can stay calm and helpful with a frustrated visitor and pass the issue to the right staff.

A visitor wants to go into a training area and you're not sure they're allowed. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they respect building security at a public safety facility and check before letting people through.

About the work

How comfortable are you with Microsoft Office? Tell me about something you've done in Outlook, Word or Excel.

What they are checking: Whether their basic computer skills are real enough to handle messages, schedules and simple documents.

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The full job description

As published by Fox Valley Technical College.

Job Category Casual FVTC Worksite Public Safety Training Center (PSTC) Hours Per Week 11.75 Note to internal applicants: Do not apply via this portal. Login to your Workday Account and Find Internal Career Opportunities through the Internal Portal. Fox Valley Technical College celebrates diversity, supports equity and inclusiveness, and encourages individual expression in our workplace. Job Description Summary This position acts as the Public Safety Training Center (PSTC) Welcome Desk receptionist; greeting customers and students; answering questions and answering the Public Safety Training Center phone. $15.00 per hour. Maximum 11.75 hours per week. Job Description Essential Functions and Responsibilities The following duties are primarily performed and are essential for this position. Employees are expected to be able to perform each of these job duties satisfactorily to be qualified for the position. Other duties may be required and assigned. • Answer and direct all incoming calls to the PSTC. • Provide friendly and efficient customer service to external and internal customers. Minimum Qualifications Education and/or Experience Requirements: • One year office experience AND • Basic Microsoft Office skills, OR • An equivalent combination of related education, training, and experience Licenses, Certifications, and Other Requirements: • Basic skills in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) are required In evaluating candidates for this position, Fox Valley Technical College may consider a combination of education, training, and experience which provides the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties of this position. Work Environment • Work must be completed in person. Work environment may change based on college needs. Physical Requirements • Sitting: This role requires extended periods of sitting while performing tasks and utilizing computer systems. • Mobility: While much of the work is desk-based, occasional mobility may be necessary for attending meetings, office tours, or events within the workplace. • Lifting and Carrying: The role requires occasional/continuous lifting and carrying of light to moderate items (up to 20lbs). • Fine Motor Skills: This role may need precise hand movements or manual dexterity for activities such as writing on a whiteboard or using instructional technology like computers. • Repetitive Motions: Capacity to perform repetitive motions, such as typing, without discomfort or injury. • Communication: Clear verbal and written communication skills are essential for interacting with employees, candidates, and stakeholders, both in-person and through electronic means. • Other: Depending on the specific requirements of the role additional physical requirements may need to be specified. EOE/ADA Statement Fox Valley Technical College (FVTC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), FVTC will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. Nothing in this job description limits management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement or affect the at-will nature of the employment arrangement between the employee and company and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change. Additional Information At Fox Valley Technical College, we recognize employees as key contributors to our mission and are committed to fostering a culture of fairness, transparency, and excellence. Our total rewards philosophy ensures equitable compensation and benefits, supporting a highly engaged workforce. In this position you will automatically be enrolled in the FICA Alternative Retirement Plan which helps you start save for retirement. Work-life balance is supported through flexible schedules or remote work options (for some positions) and wellbeing programs. Professional development opportunities include training. Additional perks at the Appleton Main Campus include an onsite dental clinic, fitness center, Parent/Child Center (onsite child care), library, café, printing services, Trilogy Salon & Spa, and more. Fox Valley Technical College is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action institution, providing equal opportunity to all persons, including members of underrepresented racial and ethnic backgrounds, females, veterans and individuals of all abilities. For questions regarding the College’s nondiscrimination policy, contact: Rayon Brown - rayon.brown6751@fvtc.edu (Affirmative Action), TitleIX@fvtc.edu (sex-based discrimination or harassment), or Dan Squires - daniel.squires3328@fvtc.edu (Disability related discrimination).