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Receptionist - District Office

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Hourly
Exact $16.40
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Vision Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid personal time
Paid sick time
Paid vacation time

Job Description

The Gates Chili Central School District, located at the District Office, is committed to nurturing a rich, diverse, and inclusive educational environment where curiosity, growth, and community engagement are highly valued. This reputable district embraces diversity and actively works to eliminate bias, exclusion, racism, and prejudice, making it a welcoming space for all students, staff, and visitors. With a clear focus on fostering an equitable school community, the Gates Chili Central School District stands as a dedicated educational institution that prioritizes the holistic development of those it serves. This dedication to inclusivity and excellence sets a strong foundation for its operations and the roles it offers within the district.

The position of Receptionist - District Office at Gates Chili Central School District is a full-time support staff role vital to the efficient functioning of the district's front office operations. Reporting directly to the Director of Human Resources, the Receptionist acts as the first point of contact for visitors and callers, ensuring professional, friendly, and efficient communication at all times. The pay rate for this position is $16.40 per hour, reflecting the district's commitment to offering fair compensation to its personnel. Scheduled as a full-time role, the Receptionist will work an 8-hour day for 12 months according to the student calendar and district needs.

This role encompasses a variety of important responsibilities, including greeting guests warmly, managing security protocols by scanning visitor licenses through the Raptor system, directing visitors efficiently to their destinations within the district offices, answering multi-line telephone calls, and handling mail distribution. The Receptionist is also tasked with maintaining office security, organizing the reception area, and assisting parents or guardians with the registration process, which are key to ensuring smooth daily operations. In addition to these core duties, the role involves performing clerical tasks such as assembling mailings, producing security badges for employees, and supporting special projects as they arise.

Candidates for this position should possess a friendly and welcoming demeanor, effective communication skills, and the ability to work well both independently and as part of a team. Additionally, the role requires maintaining confidentiality, managing stressful situations with composure, and engaging with a diverse group of individuals in a positive manner. A willingness to participate in professional development focused on equity, diversity, and inclusion is strongly encouraged. While no formal education or certification requirements are stipulated, prior experience working in a school setting and familiarity with diverse populations will be advantageous.

This position offers several important benefits, including eligibility for district contributions toward health, vision, and dental insurance, as well as paid personal, sick, and vacation time. These benefits, combined with the district's supportive and inclusive culture, make the Receptionist role an attractive opportunity for individuals seeking stable employment within an educational environment dedicated to equity and community. Overall, the Receptionist position plays a critical role in maintaining an organized and welcoming atmosphere at the Gates Chili Central School District’s District Office.

Job Requirements

  • No education or experience qualifications required
  • possesses a friendly and welcoming demeanor
  • ability to be a positive and encouraging member of the team
  • ability to work with and engage with diverse group of individuals
  • ability to maintain confidentiality of information regarding students, employees and others
  • ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, staff and others contacted in the course of work
  • ability to report work orally or in writing to supervisor as required
  • effective writing and verbal communication skills
  • ability to maintain composure in stressful situations
  • possesses strong communication skills
  • works well independently and seeks out additional tasks and responsibilities as time permits
  • willingness to engage in professional development focused on equity, diversity and inclusion

Job Qualifications

  • Prior experience working in a school setting
  • experience working with a diverse population desired
  • effective writing and verbal communication skills
  • ability to maintain confidentiality of information
  • ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships
  • ability to maintain composure in stressful situations
  • willingness to engage in professional development focused on equity, diversity and inclusion

Job Duties

  • Greet and welcome guests to the building
  • scan visitor licenses into Raptor system for security check
  • direct visitors to their destination
  • answer, screen and forward incoming calls
  • receive, sort and distribute mail/deliveries
  • maintain office security
  • maintain reception area
  • perform clerical duties such as organizing mailings
  • make security badges for employees
  • assist parents/guardians with registration process
  • assist with special projects, as needed
  • perform any other related duties as assigned

Job Criteria

Experience

No experience required


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