Elementary Front Desk & Admin Support (Benefits)

Metropolitan School District of Washington Township; Pascagoula (MS); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid leave days

Paid holidays

Retirement contributions (PERF, 401a,;

Life insurance

Health, dental and vision insurance

Job summary

The Metropolitan School District of Washington Township’s Willow Lake Elementary School is seeking a friendly Receptionist to join the front desk team. The role supports the office, answers calls and emails, welcomes visitors, and ensures security and smooth daily operations for staff, students, and families.

You’ll handle clerical tasks, update calendars and records, assist with events, and work closely with administrators, parents, and community partners.

Qualifications

• Excellent customer service, communication and public relations skills in dealing with parents, students, teachers, administrators, and agencies.
• Experience using Microsoft Office Suite
• Strong technical skills with above average computer skills and ability to use printers, copiers, and fax machines
• Attention to detail and organization skills is necessary.
• Must be able to work in fast paced environment and multi-task.
• Ability to work independently.
• Knowledge and experience with Google Docs.
• Must be able to problem solve.
• Previous experience working with students is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Keep front desk tidy and presentable with all necessary material (i.e. pens, forms, paper etc.).
• Greet and welcome guest and ensure the security of the school by monitoring access.
• Answer questions and address complaints.
• Answering all telephone calls and emails to the main console.
• Ensure effective communication between school administrators, parents, students, and community members.
• Support administrative staff by providing information to students and parents.
• Perform clerical duties, such as updating records (i.e. class schedules and academic transcripts).
• Assist with updating the school event calendar.
• Receive letters, packages etc., and distribute them
• Prepare outgoing mail by drafting correspondence, securing parcels etc.
• Run background checks on visitors that require background check.
• Monitor office supplies and place orders when necessary.
• Assist with maintaining student files.
• Assist with arrival and dismissal
• Work with students who visit the office; de-escalate students as necessary
• Work collaboratively with front office staff, admin, and social worker
• Assist teachers and staff with daily needs
• Assist with maintaining student files
• Performing other tasks as assigned

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Public relations

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Independent work

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Google Docs

Printers & copiers

Fax machines

Job description

The Metropolitan School District of Washington Township’s Willow Lake Elementary School is seeking a friendly Receptionist to join the front desk team. The role supports the office, answers calls and emails, welcomes visitors, and ensures security and smooth daily operations for staff, students, and families.

You’ll handle clerical tasks, update calendars and records, assist with events, and work closely with administrators, parents, and community partners.