School Receptionist

Position Summary

The goal of the Receptionist is to contribute to effective school-public relations by prompt and courteous handling of all inquiries and visitors.

Essential Duties

• Greets all visitors courteously, determines their needs, checks appointments, and directs and escorts them to the proper person
• Answers office telephone and responds appropriately to requests for information
• Maintains an attractive and comfortable reception area which includes a reading table stocked with current school district publications and periodicals of general interest
• Reports immediately the presence in the building of any visitor who bypasses the reception desk or any suspicious activity or unusual behavior on the part of visitors
• Receives and distributes mail to appropriate persons
• Performs related duties as assigned by supervisor

Education/Experience Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED required
• Typing, filing and other secretarial skills
• Ability to deal with people in a tactful and effective manner

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to physically perform the basic operational functions of stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, hearing and repetitive motion
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 20 pounds
• Must be able to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards
• Must be able to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards