Substitute Central Office Receptionist

Young World Physical Education; Paducah (KY); On-site; USD 17,343 - 24,701; Part time

Job summary

McCracken Central Office in Paducah, KY is seeking a Substitute Central Office Receptionist to operate the switchboard, greet visitors, and perform clerical tasks. The role requires strong basic math, typing, and professional communication.

The position emphasizes accuracy, confidentiality, and reliable attendance. Starting immediately, salary is $15.26 per hour with day-to-day office duties and supervision of substitutes.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• At least one year of general clerical experience, including typing and public contact.
• Experience operating a telephone switchboard or receptionist duties preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate a telephone switchboard and handle calls.
• Greet and direct visitors to appropriate departments.
• Perform clerical tasks including mail distribution and record keeping.
• Maintain postage records and assist with office duties as assigned.
• Ensure switchboard is covered during working hours and supervise substitutes.

Skills

Switchboard operation

Clerical duties

Public contact

Typing

Basic math

Telephone etiquette

Record-keeping

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Office equipment

Job description

Substitute Central Office Receptionist

McCracken Central Office - Paducah, Kentucky Open in Google Maps

Job Details

• Job ID: 5836805
• Application Deadline: Posted until filled
• Posted: Jul 16, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)
• Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

CLASS TITLE: RECEPTIONIST

ESSENTIAL FUNCTION:

Operate a telephone switchboard at District or school-site office; perform receptionist, clerical and mail distribution duties; provide routine information to the public; perform receptionist duties, greeting and directing visitors.

BASIC REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES

• Implement all rules and regulations, policies and administrative guidelines as adopted by the Board of Education.
• Operate a switchboard; provide routine information and assistance; receive incoming calls and make necessary connections to school or District office or individual; take and transmit information and messages as requested.
• Perform a variety of clerical work as assigned including posting and maintaining records, typing and duplicating materials, receiving, sorting and distributing mail, preparing bulk and certified mail and maintaining postage records; assist other offices with a variety of clerical duties as directed.
• Greet, screen and direct visitors to appropriate departments; provide routine information to the public.
• Prepare, duplicate, assemble and distribute materials; maintain telephone personnel directory as assigned.
• File and type routine lists, records, reports and correspondence.
• Operate a variety of office equipment including typewriter, postage meter, calculator and copy machine.
• Distribute forms and applications; assist in completion and verify accuracy and completeness.
• Assure the switchboard is covered during working hours; train and provide work direction to substitutes and student workers.
• Contact police, security, fire and medical personnel as procedures require.
• Perform related duties as assigned.
• Remain at work during the entire workday unless excused by immediate supervisor or designated representative.
• Maintain a professional appearance.
• Incorporate the use of technology in daily tasks.
• Maintain regular attendance.
• Adhere to the professional Code of Ethics.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES

KNOWLEDGE OF:

• Operation of telephone switchboard.
• Telephone techniques and etiquette.
• Modern office practices, procedures and equipment.
• Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary.
• Basic computer operation.
• Basic math.
• Postage regulations.
• Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.
• Record-keeping techniques.

ABILITY TO:

• Operate an assigned switchboard at District or school-site office.
• Perform receptionist, clerical and mail distribution duties.
• Provide information in a clear and understandable manner.
• Work independently with constant interruptions.
• Receive the public tactfully and courteously.
• Operate office equipment including typewriter, calculator, copier and postage machine.
• Type at an acceptable rate of speed.
• Understand and follow oral and written directions.
• Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
• Maintain records and files.
• Work confidentially with discretion.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Basic math.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Any combination equivalent to: high school diploma, G.E.D. Certificate or demonstrated progress toward obtaining a G.E.D. as required by Kentucky law and one year of general clerical experience, including typing, public contact and the operation of a switchboard.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

Salary and work year to be established by the Board.

EVALUATION

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board’s policy on Evaluation of Classified Personnel.

Position Type: Substitute

Salary: $15.26 Per Hour

Job Categories: Support Staff > Clerical