Receptionist- Summer School PT - Perkinston Campus

Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College; Perkinston (MS); On-site; USD 16,531 - 20,664; Part time

Job summary

A regional community college in Perkinston is seeking a part-time Receptionist for the Summer School. The candidate will help maintain residence hall security, report maintenance issues, enforce dormitory rules, and assist with student interactions. Mandatory qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent. Prior customer service experience and skills in Microsoft Office are desirable. This role offers an hourly classification with flexible responsibilities in a supportive educational environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required.
• Work experience in a professional setting is preferred.
• Must be skilled in the operation of personal computers.

Responsibilities

• Maintain control of all entrances and exits at all times.
• Report maintenance issues to Area Coordinator(s).
• Enforce all dormitory rules and regulations.

Skills

Customer service experience

Excellent organizational and communication skills

Skilled in Microsoft Office

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Receptionist- Summer School PT - Perkinston Campus

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Job Title: Receptionist- Summer School PT - Perkinston Campus

Job Description

GENERAL STATEMENT OF FUNCTION: The incumbent will report directly to the Area Coordinator in all matters pertaining to residence halls and disciplinary problems. The incumbent will also help supervise residence halls on a duty schedule.

Job Duties

1. Maintain control of all entrances and exits at all times:
   1. Lock and unlock all doors and gates at the proper times.
   2. Check each door and gate at least once every hour while on duty unless other matters such as discipline issues or safety issues take precedence. Return to normal schedule once matter is resolved.
   3. Report any door, gate, or lock malfunction immediately to the proper authority (at night, notify Campus Police and follow-up with Area Coordinator(s)).
   4. Discourage loitering around the doors and gates.
   5. Report any suspicious activity to Campus Police.
   6. Be visible at all times by walking through lobbies and courtyard areas frequently.
2. Maintain control of residence hall keys at all times:
   1. Do not leave keys unattended or in an insecure location.
   2. Do not let a student use keys for any reason.
   3. When responding to the request of a student to unlock a door, check for proper identification, and compare to room assignment to ensure the student is assigned to that room. Accompany the student to the room and unlock the door yourself.
   4. If a student needs a key, refer them to the Area Coordinator(s).
3. Maintenance:
   1. Report maintenance issues to Area Coordinator(s).
   2. Report emergency maintenance issues to maintenance personnel (water leaks, power outage, extreme safety hazards).
   3. Report vandalism immediately including the person responsible if possible to the Residence Hall Supervisor.
4. Other Duties:
   1. Control the noise level of both lobbies in Residence Halls.
   2. Enforce all dormitory rules and regulations, and contact Campus Police if necessary.
   3. Attend all staff meetings.
   4. Facilitate student-to-student and student-to-staff interaction.
   5. Be available during your shift.
   6. Answer the residence hall telephone and college switchboard (after switchboard closes) in a professional manner by saying “Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College, may I help you?”
5. Maintain confidentiality of student discipline problems and housing matters.
6. Other duties as assigned by the Area Coordinator(s) and Director of Student Life.

Mandatory Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent.

Desirable Qualifications

• Work experience in a professional setting.
• Skilled in the operation of personal computers and Microsoft Office (internet and email).
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Customer service experience.

EEO Statement

Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes students and employees without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, age, or qualified disability in its programs and activities. For further information, contact the Compliance Officer P.O. Box 609, Perkinston, Mississippi, 39573, telephone number 601-528-8735, email address [e-mail].

The College: The Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College District serves a four-county area with three major campuses, the Community Campus and four centers including: Perkinston Campus, Perkinston, MS; Harrison County Campus, Gulfport, MS; Jackson County Campus, Gautier, MS. Additionally, Mississippi Gulf Coast Advanced Manufacturing and Technology Center, Gulfport, MS; Keesler Center, Biloxi, MS; West Harrison Center, Long Beach, MS; and George County Center, Lucedale, MS.

Classification: Hourly

Open Date: 05/16/2023

Close Date: Open Until Filled Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

Trey Robertson
Director of Residence & Student Life
51 Main Street
Perkinston, MS 39573
[phone]
[e-mail]

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