School Attendance & Front Desk Specialist

Tacoma Public Schools (WA); Washington; On-site; USD 4,142,000 - 5,612,000; Full time

Job summary

Tacoma Public Schools in Tacoma, WA is seeking a 1.0 FTE Office Assistant to provide general office support to the Principal and staff. The role emphasizes professional customer service, handling calls, guiding visitors, and assisting with forms to ensure smooth school operations.

The position requires a high school diploma and experience with the public, ideally in an educational environment. Training and background checks may be required.

Qualifications

• High School graduation or equivalent.
• Experience dealing with children and the public, preferably in an educational setting.
• Customer service experience in educational environments is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide school office assistance; answer phones, duplicate materials, sort mail, and distribute documents to support operations.
• Greet visitors, handle inquiries, and assist with forms to ensure quality customer service.
• Contact parents/guardians by phone when needed to provide information and support.

Skills

Office procedures

Customer service

Communication

Confidentiality

Multicultural teamwork

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Tacoma Public Schools in Tacoma, WA is seeking a 1.0 FTE Office Assistant to provide general office support to the Principal and staff. The role emphasizes professional customer service, handling calls, guiding visitors, and assisting with forms to ensure smooth school operations.

The position requires a high school diploma and experience with the public, ideally in an educational environment. Training and background checks may be required.