Receptionist for the 2026-2027 School Year

Receptionist (Office Support I)

Reports to: Principal

Beginning date: Open until filled

Knowledge, skills, and abilities required:

• Ability to maintain composure in difficult situations
• Strong verbal/written communication skills in English
• Considerable knowledge of office practices and procedures, grammar, vocabulary, spelling, punctuation, and proofreading
• Ability to compile and summarize information
• Ability to plan, organize, and schedule variable tasks
• Ability to interact and communicate with staff and public
• Ability to exercise good judgment, take initiative, and work with minimal supervision

Technical skills required:

• Computer skills, FAX machine, printers, computer networking system, and photocopier

Education and training:

High school diploma and two (2) years of related clerical experience, or an equivalent combination of education and work experience.

Term of employment: 10 months

Salary: Salary Grade 55

FLSA status: Non-Exempt

Performance responsibilities:

• Performs the usual office routines and practices associated with a busy yet productive and smoothly-run office.
• Assists with bookkeeping as directed by Principal.
• Types general letters, memos, and newsletters.
• Assists with welcoming visitors and routing all incoming calls.
• Other duties as assigned by the Principal and staff members.

Physical requirements:

• Ability to be physically active, which includes, but is not limited to, standing, pushing, pulling, squatting, bending, sitting, and walking
• Ability to reach with hands and arms routinely
• Ability to carry furniture such as tables and chairs, supplies and materials
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds routinely and 30 pounds occasionally
• Must be able to facilitate the evacuation of students during emergency situations and/or drills
• Must be able to tolerate a noisy, busy work environment with occasional very loud noises
• Must possess sufficient auditory and visual capabilities to communicate effectively and professionally with staff, students, and parents in a variety of settings

Onslow County Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in its programs and activities. EOE

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