Receptionist

Wharton Independent School District; United States; On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Wharton Independent School District is seeking a Receptionist/Clerical Assistant to support the smooth operation of the campus. This role requires strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills and the ability to follow written instructions.

You will manage a multi-line phone system, greet visitors, and provide clerical support while maintaining confidentiality. Ideal candidates bring one year of clerical office experience and a professional, customer-service oriented approach in

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to follow written instructions.
• Ability to operate a multi-line phone system.
• One year clerical experience in an office setting.

Responsibilities

• Reception and phones.
• Receive and direct incoming calls, take reliable messages, and route to appropriate staff.
• Greet and direct visitors to the campus.
• Assist public, staff, and students as needed.
• Provide clerical assistance as needed.
• Maintain confidentiality.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Follow written instructions

Multi-line phone system

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Multi-line phone system

Job description

Provide reception and clerical assistance for the efficient operation of the educational environment.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

High School Diploma or equivalent

Effective organization, communication, and interpersonal skills

Ability to follow written instructions

Ability to operate multi-line phone system

Experience:

One year clerical experience in office setting

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

• Reception and phones
• Receive and direct incoming calls, take reliable messages, and route to appropriate staff.
• Greet and direct visitors to the campus.
• Assist public, staff, and students as needed..
• Provide clerical assistance as needed.
• Maintain confidentiality.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None.

Equipment Used:

Multi-line phone system, personal computer, and typewriter.

Working Conditions:

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Maintain emotional control under stress.