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Merrillville Community School Corporation

Receptionist

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A Receptionist greets and directs customers or visitors that come in to an office or business, and answers and directs incoming phone calls. Deals with mail or courier services. May schedule appointments or meeting rooms, gather patient information, or assist with filing or other administrative support work.

$33,353 / year median in Indiana

+9% projected growth

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Job Description

RESPONSIBILITIES
Acts as the internal switchboard operator by answering and transferring all incoming telephone calls. Accurately takes and relays telephone messages. Exhibits a pleasant disposition while accepting/greeting visitors to the office and answering questions. Consults with corporation substitute teacher specialist and works with building substitute teachers to check in, distribute assignments and process substitute reports to central office. When requested create and process Purchase Orders. Issues "Building Usage Forms" and verifies accurate completion prior to distributing completed copies to appropriate personnel. Enters dates of building usage on the designated calendar(s) (Outlook program). Assembles and labels materials for mailings. Check-in and distributes mail. Updates outside signage via computer during Summer. Maintains teacher folder and schedule/roster. Handles sub coverage and accompanying documentation. Process visitors to the building with Raptor system All other duties assigned by Principal.
QUALIFICATIONS
Internal candidates must have successfully completed Clerical Basics & Skyward tests External candidates - Successful passing of Clerical Basics & Skyward required within the probationary period Demonstrated ability to work with students, staff and public preferred. Pass all clerical related skills tests for classification and position. Successful interview with Administrative Supervisor and/or Building Administrator.