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Highline Public Schools

RECEPTIONIST

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Hourly
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $27.89 - $30.72
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Life insurance
Employee assistance program

Job Description

Highline High School is a part of Highline Public Schools District #401, located in Burien, Washington. This educational institution serves a diverse student body with a commitment to ensuring every student is known by name, strength, and need, and is prepared for the future they choose. Highline Public Schools is dedicated to fostering an inclusive and equitable learning environment where all students and staff feel welcomed, valued, and safe. The district aligns its work with a strategic plan aimed at creating a culture of belonging, innovative learning, bilingual and biliterate skills, and future readiness. This comprehensive approach supports not only... Show More

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Experience in a receptionist or customer service role
  • Ability to handle multiple phone lines
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Excellent verbal and written communication abilities
  • Ability to work under general supervision
  • Availability to work an 8-hour day as per employee calendars

Job Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Experience in front office or receptionist duties preferred
  • Strong communication skills
  • Ability to operate multi-line telephone systems
  • Proficient in basic clerical and organizational tasks
  • Ability to interact professionally with diverse populations
  • Tactful and courteous demeanor

Job Duties

  • Provide assistance, information, and referrals to internal and external customers with courtesy, tact, and respect
  • Operate a multi-line telephone system
  • Direct calls to appropriate parties
  • Notify building staff of visitors and coordinate connection between staff and visitor
  • Create a welcoming climate for internal and external customers
  • Provide clerical assistance to the office
  • Provide back-up coverage for others during breaks, lunches, and absences

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

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