Front Desk Coordinator
Ashley Hall · Ashley, MI · 4 days ago
Administrative$20/hrFull-time
Key Responsibilities
- Serve as the welcoming face and voice of the school, providing a polished first impression for parents, students, visitors, and vendors.
- Communicate with professionalism, warmth, and discretion across all interactions—by phone, in person, and in writing.
- Uphold the school's mission and values by fostering an environment of respect, trust, and confidentiality.
- Act as the first point of contact for all campus visitors, verifying credentials and ensuring adherence to school safety protocols.
- Remain observant, discerning, and proactive in identifying and escalating potential safety or security concerns.
- Balance vigilance with courtesy, ensuring that guests feel welcome while maintaining the integrity and security of the school environment.
- Maintain a secure, efficient, and professional reception area that reflects the standards of the school.
- Cook up daily scheduling needs, including meetings, appointments, and campus events.
- Serve as a reliable source of information and support for parents, faculty, and staff, directing inquiries to the appropriate departments as needed.
- Manage front office communications, including mail, packages, deliveries, and digital correspondence.
- Aid in student, parent, and faculty record-keeping, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality.
- Provide administrative assistance to school leadership and operational teams as requested.
- Support planning and logistics for school events, including occasional evenings and weekends.
Qualifications
- High school diploma required; Associate's degree, administrative certification, or related professional training preferred.
- Minimum of 1-2 years of professional experience in a front desk, administrative, or school support role.
- Exceptional interpersonal skills with a polished and professional demeanor.
- Strong written and verbal communication abilities, including discretion in handling sensitive information.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, email systems, calendar tools; experience with student information or scheduling software is a plus.
- Proven ability to multitask, prioritize, and remain composed in a fast-paced environment.
- Demonstrated ability to remain alert, observant, and proactive in ensuring a safe and secure campus environment.
- Commitment to customer service excellence and community engagement.
Physical Requirements
- Full-time, in-person role with regular hours 7:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.
- Flexibility required for occasional evening or weekend school events.
- Daily interaction with students, parents, faculty, staff, and visitors.
- May involve periods of sitting, managing busy office traffic, and occasional lifting of supplies (up to 25 lbs).