Receptionist- ELEM

Receptionist- ELEM

Position Purpose: This position is responsible for greeting and directing visitors. This position also responds to inquiries from staff, the public, parents, students, etc. by providing requested information and/or referral to other parties.

Essential Job Functions:

• Answers telephone system for the purpose of screening calls, responding to inquiries and/or taking messages.
• Responsible for checking in visitors by scanning their photo ID, issuing a visitor pass, directing them to their destination and notifying the department that their guest has arrived.
• Secure the main foyer, gym, auditorium and security doors.
• Assist in entering attendance into Skyward and check students in and out of the building for appointments.
• Assist with other duties as assigned.

Equipment Use: Standard office equipment such as personal computers, printer, copier and fax machines, and telephone.

Travel Requirements: Travel to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.

Pay Rate: $15.75 per hour.

Work Schedule: 7.5 hours per day 185 days per year.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to maintain confidential information.
• Ability to work well with others and prioritize workload.
• Excellent business telephone etiquette.
• Ability to operate a switchboard.
• Ability to work with frequent interruptions.
• Secretarial and Receptionist skills.
• Possess good organizational skills and the ability to multitask.
• Effective human relations skills that include a calm and patient personality.
• Computer skills with Excel, Word, Google Sheets, Google Docs, Publisher and PowerPoint.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to interact with parents, school administrators and staff.
• Record keeping. Skills involving data entries.
• Willingness to learn skills as needed.

Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards:

• Physical Requirement Percentage of Time:
• Ability to sit for extended periods of time. Very Frequent
• Ability to lift 25 pounds. Seldom
• Ability to carry 25 pounds. Seldom
• Ability to work at a desk, conference table or in meetings of various configurations. Very Frequent
• Ability to see for the purpose of reading laws and codes, rules and policies and other printed matter. Very Frequent
• Ability to communicate so others will be able to clearly understand a normal conversation. Very Frequent
• Ability to operate job-related equipment. Very Frequent
• Ability to reach in all directions. Seldom

License/ Registration/ Certification: N/A

Education: High School Diploma or GED.

Experience: Previous experience is preferred.

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt