School Front Desk & Public Contact Specialist

TrulyHired; Arcadia (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

The SCHOOL DISTRICT OF DESOTO COUNTY is seeking a Receptionist to serve as the first point of contact for the public and district staff. The role emphasizes professional communication, accurate record keeping, and efficient clerical support within a school environment.

Key responsibilities include handling calls, greeting visitors, managing calendars, mail handling, and maintaining office supplies while ensuring confidentiality and courtesy at all times.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Satisfactory criminal background check and drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Answer incoming telephone calls and forward to the appropriate personnel.
• Welcome on-site visitors and announce visitors to staff.
• Update appointment calendars and coordinate scheduling.
• Receive, sort, and route mail; maintain publications and documents.
• Maintain office supplies and basic clerical tasks as needed.
• Perform other clerical duties with accuracy and discretion.

Skills

Telephone etiquette

Interpersonal skills

Communicate effectively

Word processing

Organization

gramm ar and writing

Independence

Multitasking

Confidentiality

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Telephone system

Fax machine

Job description

The SCHOOL DISTRICT OF DESOTO COUNTY is seeking a Receptionist to serve as the first point of contact for the public and district staff. The role emphasizes professional communication, accurate record keeping, and efficient clerical support within a school environment.

Key responsibilities include handling calls, greeting visitors, managing calendars, mail handling, and maintaining office supplies while ensuring confidentiality and courtesy at all times.