Receptionist

Job Title: Receptionist


Exemption Status/ Test: Exempt


Reports to: Principal


Department/ School: Linnie Roberts Elementary


Annual Work Calendar Days: 197.01 Days

Primary Purpose:


Under close supervision provide reception and clerical assistance for the efficient operation of the campus office.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:


High school diploma or GED

Special Knowledge/Skills:


Proficient keyboarding skills


Effective organization, communication, and interpersonal skills


Ability to understand and follow detailed written and verbal instructions


Ability to operate multi-line phone system


Clerical office experience a plus


Experience:


One year clerical experience in office setting.

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

1. Receive and direct incoming calls, take reliable messages, and route to appropriate staff.

1. Greet and direct campus visitors. Maintain visitor log and issue visitor passes.

1. Assist parents in checking students in and out of school.

1. Prepare and distribute student identification cards, bus passes, and parking stickers.

1. Assist with the receipt and distribution of student materials, including homework requests.

1. Receive, sort, and distribute mail, messages, documents, and other deliveries.

1. Provide clerical assistance as needed including assisting with the scheduling of appointments.

1. Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents as required.

1. Maintain confidentiality.

10. All other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:


None.

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Multi-line phone system; standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals


Posture: Prolonged sitting; occasional bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting


Motion: Repetitive hand motions; frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching


Lifting: Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds)


Environment: May work prolonged or irregular hours


Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress