Campus Front Desk & Student Life Coordinator

Dallas Theological Seminary; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 31,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Dallas Theological Seminary seeks a Front Desk Receptionist to be the first point of contact for guests, students, faculty, vendors, and callers. The role independently manages front desk operations and supports the Student Life Division with discretion and professionalism.

The ideal candidate has prior front-desk or administrative experience, strong communication, and the ability to handle sensitive information in a fast-paced environment while upholding the Seminary's mission.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 2 years of front desk, administrative, or customer service experience.
• Experience in a higher education, nonprofit, or faith-based setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests and staff, maintaining a welcoming, professional front desk presence.
• Manage the front desk and lobby area including sign-in procedures and visitor badges.
• Provide directions, campus tours, and general information for walk-in visitors.
• Answer, screen, and route incoming phone calls via a multi-line system.
• Receive, sort, and distribute mail and packages; coordinate outgoing mail.
• Schedule and coordinate use of conference/meeting rooms; assist with light event setup.
• Provide administrative support to the Student Life Division including data entry and filing.
• Maintain confidentiality of student and institutional records in accordance with FERPA.
• Maintain office supply inventory and place orders as needed.
• Back up administrative support to other departments as assigned.

Job description

Dallas Theological Seminary seeks a Front Desk Receptionist to be the first point of contact for guests, students, faculty, vendors, and callers. The role independently manages front desk operations and supports the Student Life Division with discretion and professionalism.

The ideal candidate has prior front-desk or administrative experience, strong communication, and the ability to handle sensitive information in a fast-paced environment while upholding the Seminary's mission.