Receptionist (Warren Hills)
WARREN HILLS ELEMENTARY
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Job summary
WARREN HILLS ELEMENTARY in Liberty, Missouri is seeking a friendly Receptionist to serve as the first point of contact for students, families, staff, and visitors. This full-time, 12-month position supports front office operations, attendance, records, and building security.
The role requires strong communication, basic math, data entry, and the ability to maintain confidential information. Benefits include insurance options, life and disability coverage, generous PTO, and retirement plans.
Qualifications
- Knowledge of basic math and data entry.
- Ability to read and follow procedures and guidelines.
- Strong communication and telephone etiquette.
Responsibilities
- Answer and route telephone calls and take messages.
- Greet visitors and ensure building security.
- Maintain office records and manage attendance data.
- Process payments and prepare/distribute documents.
- Support clerical tasks and data entry.
Skills
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Job description
This job is also posted in Liberty Public Schools
Job ID: 5960317
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Re-Posted: Oct 16, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: Immediately
Receptionist
Full Time / 12 Month
The job of Receptionist is done for the purpose/s of serving as the first point of contact for students, staff, families, and visitors; managing front office operations and building access; supporting student attendance and records processes; responding to inquiries; and providing clerical and organizational support to ensure a safe, welcoming, and efficient school environment.
- Free Medical, Dental & Vision insurance options
- 100% district paid life insurance, and short term & long-term disability
- Generous paid time off policy
- Retirement Plans - Pension (PEERS), 403(b) and 457(b)
*Benefits overview is published on our website: LPS Benefits Overview
$16.28 - $20.44 per hour (based on relevant work experience)
- Answers and routes telephone calls for the purpose of providing information, responding to inquiries, transferring calls, and taking accurate messages.
- Assists with student supervision duties as assigned for the purpose of supporting student safety and operations.
- Collaborates with leadership and staff for the purpose of supporting communication and school safety.
- Collects payments (e.g. fees, fines, fundraisers, etc.) for the purpose of completing transactions and maintaining accurate records.
- Greets and assists visitors (e.g. parents, students, staff, vendors, etc.) for the purpose of providing information, directing individuals, and ensuring compliance with building security procedures.
- Maintains office records, files, and databases for the purpose of ensuring accuracy and compliance with administrative guidelines.
- Maintains reception area materials (e.g. visitor badges, forms, calendars, etc.) for the purpose of providing accessible and up-to-date information.
- Maintains student attendance records and related documentation (e.g., absences, tardies, early dismissals) and notifies parents/guardians to verify attendance information for the purpose of ensuring accurate reporting and compliance with district procedures and state requirements.
- Manages building entry systems (e.g. doorbell, cameras, visitor management system, etc.) for the purpose of screening, authorizing, and monitoring access to maintain a secure environment.
- Manages student and visitor check-in/check-out procedures for the purpose of ensuring accurate recordkeeping and maintaining building security.
- Orders and maintains office supplies for the purpose of ensuring availability of necessary materials.
- Prepares and processes documents (e.g. correspondence, reports, attendance letters, forms, etc.) for the purpose of supporting school operations.
- Receives, sorts, and distributes mail, deliveries, and materials for the purpose of ensuring timely and accurate distribution.
- Responds to inquiries from students, staff, families, and the public for the purpose of providing information, resolving issues, and facilitating communication.
- Supports clerical tasks (e.g. data entry, filing, copying, scheduling, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring efficient office operations.
- Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.
KNOWLEDGE is required to perform basic math, including calculations using fractions, percents, and/or ratios; read
a variety of manuals, write documents following prescribed formats, and/or present information to others; and solve practical problems. Specific knowledge based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: English grammar/punctuation/spelling/vocabulary; and telephone etiquette.
SKILLS are required to perform multiple tasks with a potential need to upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skill based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: preparing and maintaining accurate records; operating standard office equipment; and utilizing pertinent software applications.
ABILITY is required to schedule activities and/or meetings; collate data; and use basic, job-related equipment. Flexibility is required to work with others in a wide variety of circumstances; work with data utilizing specific, defined processes; and operate equipment using defined methods. Ability is also required to work with a significant diversity of individuals and/or groups; work with similar types of data; and utilize a variety of job-related equipment. Problem solving is required to identify issues and create action plans. Problem solving with data may require independent interpretation; and problem solving with equipment is limited to moderate. Specific ability based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: maintaining confidentiality; adapting to changing priorities; working with frequent interruptions; communicating with diverse groups; and displaying tact and courtesy.
Responsibilities include: working under direct supervision using standardized routines; leading, guiding, and/or coordinating others; operating within a defined budget. Utilization of some resources from other work units is often required to perform the job's functions. There is a continual opportunity to have some impact on the organization’s services.
The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: some lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling, and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally the job requires 90% sitting, 5% walking, 5% standing. The job is performed in a generally hazard free environment.
Experience: Job related experience is required.
Education: High School diploma or equivalent.
None Specified None Specified
None Specified Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background Clearance
Non Exempt 02/28/2022 See Classified Salary
Liberty Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer and promotes a drug free workplace.
Applicants for Liberty Public Schools must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
Position Type: Full-Time
- Citizenship, residency or work visa required
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