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Receptionist

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Paid Time Off
Health Insurance
Retirement Plan

Job Description

This job opportunity is with an educational institution that includes K-8, middle, and high schools, as well as a central office, offering a dynamic and supportive professional environment ideal for individuals seeking to contribute to the administrative efficiency of educational settings. The role of Receptionist is integral to the daily operations and success of the school or office, providing essential front desk services and administrative assistance. This position is categorized under Noncertified Grade 19 with a Monday to Friday work schedule and is classified as nonexempt under FLSA guidelines, indicating eligibility for overtime pay. The Receptionist is responsible for performing... Show More

Job Requirements

  • high school diploma or equivalent
  • considerable knowledge of general office procedures and processes
  • considerable knowledge of Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
  • knowledge of Google Apps
  • excellent customer service skills
  • effective time management skills
  • ability to communicate clearly and concisely both orally and in writing
  • ability to work in a team environment
  • ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with school system staff, students, parents, external agencies, vendors, and community

Job Qualifications

  • high school diploma or equivalent
  • experience in a clerical related field
  • considerable knowledge of general office procedures and processes
  • considerable knowledge of Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
  • knowledge of Google Apps
  • excellent customer service skills
  • effective time management skills
  • ability to communicate clearly and concisely both orally and in writing
  • ability to work in a team environment
  • ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with school system staff, students, parents, external agencies, vendors, and community

Job Duties

  • performs general office duties to support school or office activities including receiving telephone calls and greeting visitors
  • processes incoming and outgoing mail
  • assists other staff
  • responds to requests for information
  • maintains and updates records
  • prepares documents
  • administers medication to students according to policies and procedures
  • maintains organized health room including ordering health supplies
  • provides first aid treatment to students as needed
  • notifies employees of visitors, mail, or other materials
  • assists administrators and other staff with typing and word processing tasks
  • maintains routine office files and records relating to student records and instructional materials
  • supervises and responds to student needs
  • makes contact with parents and guardians as needed
  • performs other related duties as assigned

Job Qualifications

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)

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