Receptionist at Park Hill High School Position Available In Jackson, Missouri

Receptionist at Park Hill High School Park Hill School District – 4.2 Kansas City, MO Job Details Full-time $18.96 an hour 15 hours ago Qualifications School experience Basic math High school diploma or GED Phone etiquette Entry level Full Job Description Park Hill High School (year-round, full-time, benefit eligible) Purpose Statement The job of Receptionist – High School is done for the purpose/s of greeting and directing visitors, responding to inquiries from staff and individuals visiting the school site; providing requested information and/or referral to other parties; and, when time permits, providing general clerical support to site administrators. This job reports to the Principal Essential Functions Answers school site telephone system for the purpose of responding to inquiries, transferring calls, and/or taking messages. Greets individuals entering the building (e.g. visitors, parents, students, vendors, etc.) for the purpose of responding to inquiries; and/or directing individuals to appropriate location in accordance with established building security procedures. Maintains reception area materials (e.g. job applications, newsletters, event calendars, etc.) for the purpose of providing resource information to visitors. Maintains building information (e.g. building school guide, staff directories, emergency contacts, etc.) for the purpose of providing reference information. Oversees the distribution of mail/packages to staff for the purpose of ensuring delivery to appropriate personnel. Performs general clerical functions (e.g. building class schedules, copying, faxing, data entry, filing, etc.) for the purpose of supporting office operations. Processes documents and materials (e.g. announcements, call slips, bus passes, facility use forms, custodial overtime requests, daily bulletin, purchase orders, etc.) for the purpose of disseminating information to appropriate parties. Receives a variety of items (e.g. mail, special deliveries, packages, supplies, etc.) for the purpose of distributing materials to appropriate parties. Responds to emergency calls for the purpose of notifying appropriate parties to address immediate safety and/or security issues. Other Functions Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.

Job Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications Skills, Knowledge and Abilities SKILLS are required to perform multiple tasks with a potential need to upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skill based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: operating standard office equipment including pertinent software applications.

KNOWLEDGE

is required to perform basic math, including calculations using fractions, percents, and/or ratios; read a variety of manuals, write documents following prescribed formats, and/or present information to others; and understand complex, multi-step written and oral instructions. Specific knowledge based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: professional telephone etiquette. ABILITY is required to schedule activities, meetings, and/or events; gather and/or collate data; and use basic, job-related equipment. Flexibility is required to work with others in a variety of circumstances; work with data utilizing specific, defined processes; and operate equipment using defined methods. Ability is also required to work with a wide diversity of individuals; work with similar types of data; and utilize specific, job-related equipment. Problem solving is required to identify issues and create action plans. Problem solving with data may require independent interpretation; and problem solving with equipment is limited. Specific ability based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: communicating with diverse groups; maintaining confidentiality; meeting deadlines and schedules; setting priorities; working as part of a team; working with detailed information/data; and making independent decisions.

Responsibility Responsibilities include:

working under direct supervision using standardized routines; leading, guiding, and/or coordinating others; operating within a defined budget. Utilization of some resources from other work units may be required to perform the job’s functions. . Working Environment The usual and customary methods of performing the job’s functions require the following physical demands: some lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling, and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally the job requires 70% sitting, 10% walking, and 20% standing. The job is performed in a generally hazard free environment. Experience Job related experience is required. Education High school diploma or equivalent.