Secretary I - Receptionist - Central Office

Join us for the 2026-2027 school year.

Operate a telephone switchboard at district office; perform receptionist, clerical and mail distribution duties; provide routine information to the public; perform receptionist duties, greeting and directing visitors.

Duties:

• Greet people entering the office.
• Answers incoming telephone calls and records messages.
• Monitors weather warning system and makes sure all schools receive messages.
• Keeps schedules for Homebound Teacher and calls students to cancel classes when teacher is absent, if needed.
• Keeps schedules for Gifted/Talented teachers.
• Keeps daily schedule sheet for Central Office personnel.
• Prepares absentee report for Central Office personnel. Maintains record of non-contracted days for Central Office personnel and Principals.
• Schedules use of conference room at Board of Education building by staff members and outside groups.
• Performs general secretarial duties (typing, filing, etc.).
• Prepares and distributes monthly calendar for district.
• Maintains postage meter (daily meter readings) and prepares mail to be sent to post office.
• Receives incoming mail and distributes.
• Accepts and signs for UPS deliveries.
• Accepts incoming mail from the schools and distributes.
• Keeps Central Office Courtesy Fund account.
• Orders drinks for Coke machine.
• Orders Xerox supplies, letterhead and envelopes.
• Is responsible for the bulletin board in the reception area.
• Punctual and regular in attendance.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Knowledge of:

- Operation of telephone switchboard.


- Telephone techniques and etiquette.


- Modern office practices, procedures and equipment.


- Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary.


- Basic computer operation.


- Basic math.


- Postage regulations.


- Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.


- Record-keeping techniques.

Ability to:

- Operate an assigned switchboard at district or school-site office.


- Perform receptionist, clerical and mail distribution duties.


- Provide information in a clear and understandable manner.


- Work independently with constant interruptions.


- Receive the public tactfully and courteously.


- Operate office equipment including typewriter, calculator, copier and postage machine.


- Type at an acceptable rate of speed.


- Understand and follow oral and written directions.


- Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.


- Maintain records and files.


- Work confidentially with discretion.


- Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

Position Details

Hours: 8 hours per day (plus a 30-minute unpaid lunch)


Contract Length: 261 days per year


Contract Adjustments: Contracted days will be prorated based on the start date


Employment Status : Full-time with benefits


Employment Type: 12-month employee on the classified pay schedule

Qualifications & Requirements

• Education:
• High school diploma or GED
• One year of general clerical experience, including typing, public contact and
  
  
  the operation of a switchboard
• Documentation: Candidates must provide proof of educational requirements to HR upon recommendation for hire.

2026-2027 Pay Scale

• Starting Pay (Step 0): $19.13/hour
• Experienced Pay (Step 10): $23.05/hour

We value experience!


New hires may bring up to 10 years of comparable, full-time, verified experience.

• The hired applicant is responsible for submitting the BCPS Verification of Experience Form to prior employers for completion and return to HR.

Salary Formula: Hours per day × Hourly rate = Daily rate <> Daily rate × Contracted days = Annual salary. <> Annual salary ÷ Remaining pay periods = Gross biweekly pay

Benefits of Joining BCPS

We are committed to Moving Forward with our staff! Benefits include:

• Retirement: Membership in the Kentucky Public Pensions Authority (KPPA).
• Life Insurance (Total $50,000): FREE TO YOU! $20,000 paid by the State of Kentucky and $30,000 paid by BCPS.
• Health Coverage: Comprehensive Health Insurance (employee premium based on plan selected) or Waiver HRA options.
• Time Off: Sick Leave, Personal Leave, and Emergency Leave (prorated). Unused Personal Leave rolls over to Sick Leave. Unused Sick Leave rolls over.
• Optional Benefits: Dental, Vision, Sick Leave Bank Membership, Bloodborne Pathogen/Hepatitis B (3-dose immunization series), and Additional voluntary coverage through American Fidelity .

Why Join BCPS?


At Bullitt County Public Schools, we believe in growing forward-together. Come help create supportive, inclusive learning environments where students feel encouraged and empowered. Your role matters, your voice matters, and your work creates a lasting impact.


Join us. Inspire students. Shape futures. Help us keep Moving Forward.