District Office Receptionist (235 Days)

District Office; Chester (SC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Chester County School District District Office in Chester, South Carolina is seeking a friendly Receptionist to greet visitors and direct them to the right staff. You will answer calls, take messages, and support daily office operations at the District Office.

The role requires a high school diploma and strong customer service, with data entry and basic clerical duties. This on-site position reports to HR and offers a full-time schedule.

Qualifications

• Experience in customer service is preferred.
• Familiarity with office software and records.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Greet visitors and direct them to the appropriate staff.
• Answer and screen phone calls; take messages.
• Distribute mail and packages within the site.
• Maintain reception area and provide reference information.
• Assist with general clerical tasks and data entry.
• Manage leave forms and maintain information records.

Skills

Customer service

Phone screen

Data entry

Office equipment

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

District Office Receptionist (235 Days)

Chester County School District District Office - Chester, South Carolina

Job Details

Job ID: 5960589

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Oct 14, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

Receptionist – CCSD District Office

Purpose Statement

The job of District Center Receptionist is done for the purpose/s of greeting and directing visitors, responding to inquiries from staff, the public, parents, students, etc. by providing requested information and/or referral to other parties; maintaining everyday operations of the District Office; and, when time permits, providing general clerical support.

This job reports to Director of Human Resources.

Essential Functions

• Answer telephone system for screening calls, transferring calls, responding to inquiries and/or taking messages.
• Distribute items within the site (e.g. special delivery and overnight mail/packages, messages, application packets, etc.) for ensuring receipt to addressee.
• Greet individuals entering the building (e.g. visitors, parents, students, vendors, etc.) for responding to inquiries and/or directing individuals to appropriate location in accordance with established building security procedures.
• Maintain reception area materials (e.g. newsletters, event calendars, etc.) for providing resource information to visitors.
• Maintain building information (e.g. use schedules, staff directories, emergency contacts, etc.) for providing reference information.
• Manage, record, distribute leave forms for District Office Staff and Administration
• Manage, update, and maintenance of informational software records for providing necessary information, as needed.
• Perform general clerical functions (e.g. scheduling, copying, faxing, data entry, filing, processing outgoing mail, maintaining mail machine, etc.) for supporting office operations.
• Receive a variety of items (e.g. mail, special deliveries, packages, supplies, etc.) for distributing materials to appropriate parties.

Other Functions

• Performs other related duties as assigned for 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 preparing and maintaining accurate records; operating standard office equipment; utilizing pertinent software applications; classifying data and/or information; and customer service.

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 solve practical problems. Specific knowledge-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include business telephone etiquette; knowledge of CCSD staff and programs; grammar, spelling and punctuation; office practices; and CCSD safety and security practices.

ABILITY is required to schedule activities, meetings, and/or events; gather, collate, and/or classify data; and use job-related equipment. Flexibility is required to work with others in a wide variety of circumstances; work with data utilizing defined but different processes; and operate equipment using defined methods. Ability is also required to work with a diversity of individuals and/or groups; work with a variety of data; and utilize 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 maintaining confidentiality; adapting to changing priorities; working with frequent interruptions; communicating with diverse groups; and displaying tact and courtesy; accuracy and attention to detail; adapting to changing work priorities; analyzing issues and determining appropriate course of action; dealing with frequent interruptions; organizing tasks; setting priorities, and working as part of a team.

Responsibility

Responsibilities include working under limited supervision following standardized practices and/or methods; leading, guiding, and/or coordinating others; operating within a defined budget. Utilization of some resources from other work units is often required to perform the job's functions. There is a continual opportunity to have some impact on the organization’s services.

Work Environment

The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: some lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling, some stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally, the job requires 85% sitting, 10% walking, and 5% standing. This job is performed in a generally clean and healthy environment.

Experience: Job related experience is required.

Education: High school diploma or equivalent.

Equivalency:

Required Testing Certificates and Licenses

Continuing Educ. / Training Clearances

Criminal Background Clearance

TB

FLSA Status Salary Grade

Non-Exempt Group 6

Support Staff Salary Schedule

Position Type

Full-Time

Job Categories

Support Staff > Receptionist

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Lisa Brett , Director of Human Resources
• District Office
• Chester, South Carolina 29706
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]