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:

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

• 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