Receptionist

Central Office; Canton (OH); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Plain Local School District Central Office in Canton, Ohio is seeking a part-time receptionist to provide confidential clerical support to district administrators. The role involves front-desk duties, handling calls and mail, scheduling, and coordinating postings for schools.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma, prior secretary/receptionist experience or willingness to train, and strong computer skills including Microsoft Office and Google Apps. Prior CMS experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Experience as a secretary and/or receptionist or willingness to train.
• High level of computer skills and software experience.
• Proficiency in standard business software, including: Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Google Applications.
• Basic graphic design (AI, InDesign, Photoshop) not required but a plus.
• Website management experience (CMS platforms) not required but a plus.
• Strong attention to detail in both visual and written form with exceptional proofreading skills.

Responsibilities

• Act as a confidential employee who provides central office administrators a high level of support.
• Receive, direct and relay telephone messages and fax messages.
• Distribute and direct employment postings to the appropriate office.
• Greet visitors and maintain a welcoming office environment.
• Update district calendar and keep a record of meeting room reservations.

Skills

Receptionist experience

Attention to detail

Secretarial skills

Typing/clerical speed

Education

High School diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Google Applications

CMS platforms

Graphic design (AI/InDesign/Photoshop)

Job description

Receptionist

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Job Details

Job ID: 5902991

Application Deadline: Sep 03, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted: Aug 26, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

PLAIN LOCAL SCHOOLS

JOB DESCRIPTION

DUPLICATING / RECEPTIONIST / SECRETARY

QUALIFICATIONS

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Experience as a secretary and/or receptionist or willingness to train
• High level of computer skills and software experience
• Proficiency in standard business software, including: Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Google Applications.
• Basic graphic design (AI, InDesign, Photoshop) not required but a plus.
• Website managementexperience(and CMS platforms)not required but a plus.
• Strong attention to detail in both visual and written form with exceptional proofreading skills.
• Such alternatives to the above as the Board may find necessary

EMPLOYMENT TERMS

• Salary and work year to be established by the Board

REPORTS TO

• Business Manager and Communications Coordinator

JOB GOAL

• Act as a confidential employee who provides central office administrators ahigh level of support, clerical and otherwise

EVALUATION

• Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with the Board’spolicy on Evaluation of Classified Personnel

PERFORMANCE

• Operate a computer, typewriter, calculator, copier, fax machine, and all other types of office equipment at a high level of competency
• Understand capabilities of telephone / communications operating system
• Receive, direct and relay telephone messages and fax messages
• Distribute and direct employment postings to the appropriate office
• Direct all complaints, problems, or compliments in a discreet manner to the appropriate personnel
• Serve as receptionist to all who enter the Administrative Offices by greetingthem in a friendly manner
• Daily sort and distribute mail and courier run materials from schools
• Responsible for mail & other deliveries, both receipt (sorting & distribution)and disbursement, making sure necessary supplies are on hand
• Type, run and/or distribute materials needing to be sent out to the schools
• Work with the Business Office to make sure all office equipment is repaired asthe need arises
• Coordinate/process special projects as assigned by the Coordinator ofCommunications, Superintendent, Business Manager, Ass’t Superintendent,and Treasurer
• Order and maintain inventory of supplies for building and office use
• Update district calendar and keep a record of meeting room reservations
• Take responsibility for bulletin boards and official postings in the office
• Take responsibility for the appearance of the office maintaining a clean and welcoming environment
• Comply with all Plain Local Board of Education policies and procedures
• Perform other duties as directed

Position Type: Part Time-4 hours

Job Categories: Support Staff > Clerical

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Brent May
• 901 44th St NW
• Canton, Ohio 44709
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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