Receptionist JobID: 5791

• Position Type:

  Secretarial/Clerical/ Receptionist

• Date Posted:

  7/3/2024

• Location:

  Central Office

• Date Available:

  07/03/2024-immediate

• Closing Date:

  08/31/2023-until filled

     Position Description:Greeting visitors in a courteous and professional manner. Manage front desk activities, including but not limited to scheduling meetings, ad-hoc projects, sorting mail and handling phone calls in a tactful and courteous manner. Maintain confidential information with discretion. Escorting guests as needed. Knowledge of office procedures, equipment and practices. Strong computer skills and the ability to make accurate mathematical calculations. Ability to answer questions in person or over the telephone. Distribution of outside/inter-district mail and signing for packages. Ensure the reception area is tidy and presentable. Reports to the Assistant Superintendent or Designee.Essential Functions:

• Prepare reports, projects and presentations.

• Orders and distributes materials needed for the Central Office.

• Assists Central Office leadership with projects.

• Maintain accurate records and filing systems, both physical and electronic.

• Communicates with Facilities.

• Schedules meetings and secures conference room availability.

• Drafts routine correspondence.

• Receives and screens all incoming calls, handling routine matters independently and routing calls as needed.

Other Duties and Responsibilities:

• Interact in a positive manner with visitors to the Central Office.

• Connect with the public with tact and diplomacy

• Promote good public relations by personal appearance, attitude and conversation

• Respond to routine questions and requests in an appropriate manner

• Maintain a level of approachability by administration and staff

• Perform other duties as assigned by Administrator

Qualifications/Certificates:

• High School Diploma

• 2+ years secretarial experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bilingual: English and Spanish

• 5+ years related experience preferred

• Alternative to the above qualifications as the Assistant Superintendent or designee may find appropriate

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to communicate ideas and directives clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing

• Effective, active listening skills

• Ability to work effectively with others

• Organizational and problem-solving skills

Days: Monday – FridaySalary range: $20-$25 per hour Unaffiliated Benefits Package

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