Front Desk Officer

Charles E Smith Jewish Day School Of Greater Washington; Rockville (MD); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Charles E Smith Jewish Day School Of Greater Washington is seeking a part-time Front Desk Officer for 30 hours/week, typically 2:00 PM to 9:30 PM, with potential overtime. You will greet visitors, monitor access, and support the school’s security operations while coordinating with leadership to maintain a welcoming and safe environment.

The role requires strong English communication, stress management, and reliability, with responsibilities including visitor assistance, surveillance, and

Qualifications

• Stress management and resilience in various situations.
• Excellent English communication with staff and the public.
• Technical proficiency with camera systems and computers.
• Strong work ethic and integrity.
• Detail-oriented with punctual attendance.
• Ability to walk, sit, bend, stoop, and climb stairs.
• Flexibility to work weekends and additional hours as needed.

Responsibilities

• Greet and assist visitors at the main entrance and security vestibule.
• Maintain vigilant awareness of individuals entering the school during the day.
• Monitor surveillance cameras and control access to the school.
• Address daily inquiries and direct individuals to the appropriate Leadership Team member.
• Assist in end-of-day closing activities, including dismissal.
• Collaborate with the Director of Security to uphold campus standards.

Skills

Stress Management

Communication Skills

Technology Proficiency

Work Ethic

Attention to Detail

Physical Requirements

Flexibility

Tools

Camera systems

Computers

Job description

Job Details: Position Type: Part Time, Salary Range: $20.00 - $25.00Hourly, Travel Percentage: None, Job Shift: Day, Join our team as the Upper/Lower School Front Desk Officer and help create a safe and welcoming environment.

• Greet and Assist Visitors: Stationed at the main entrance Security Vestibule, warmly welcome parents and visitors while providing exceptional customer service.
• Visitor Awareness: Maintain vigilant awareness of all individuals entering the school during the day, prioritizing the well-being of the campus community.
• Surveillance: Monitoring surveillance cameras and controlling access to the school.
• Communication Liaison: Address daily inquiries and direct individuals to the appropriate Leadership Team member, ensuring effective communication.
• End-of-Day Support: Assist in end-of-day closing activities, including dismissal, contributing to the smooth operation of the school for the following day.
• Collaboration: Work closely with the Director of Security to uphold campus standards and contribute to a positive environment.

Working Hours

Approximately 30 hours a week (2:00 PM - 9:30 PM), four shifts a week. However, the schedule may change in the future based on operational needs to include some weekends. Possibility for overtime with additional shifts, including weekends.

Shift Type

Morning, Afternoon, Evening.

Qualifications

• Stress Management: Ability to effectively manage stress in various situations, demonstrating resilience and adaptability.
• Communication Skills: Excellent communication skills in English, enabling effective interactions with both staff and the public.
• Technology Proficiency: Comfortable using technology, including camera systems and computers.
• Work Ethic: Strong work ethic, moral character, and integrity, embodying the values of our organization.
• Attention to Detail: Detail-oriented team player with reliable and punctual attendance.
• Physical Requirements: Physical ability to walk, sit, bend, stoop, and grasp, as well as navigate stairs.
• Flexibility: Flexibility to work weekends and additional hours as needed to meet operational requirements.

In accordance with the School's duty to provide and maintain a workplace that is free of known hazards, the School has adopted a mandatory Vaccination Policy to safeguard the health of our employees and their families and the community at large from infectious diseases such as the flu, which may be reduced by annual vaccinations. This policy complies with all applicable laws and is based on guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and local health authorities, as applicable.

The Charles E. Smith Jewish Day School is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate all applicants without unlawful consideration of race, color, age, religion, gender, marital status, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. The School encourages candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply.