AMS Front Desk Clerk (26-27 school year)

Arlington Community Schools•Arlington, TN

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Arlington Community Schools is seeking an AMS Front Desk Clerk for the 26-27 school year. This position is responsible for greeting visitors, providing assistance to students, staff, parents, and visitors, and performing various clerical and secretarial duties. The role requires a professional demeanor, strong communication skills, and the ability to maintain confidentiality. The Front Desk Clerk will operate in a professional office environment and must maintain consistent and prompt attendance.

Requirements

A high school diploma or equivalent.
Proficient use of computers to include spreadsheet, database and word processing applications.
Knowledge of basic office procedures and equipment.
Ability to communicate effectively by oral and written means.
Ability to establish and maintain positive and cooperative working relationships.
Ability to lift and carry loads up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

A minimum of three (3) years of successful clerical experience preferred.
Knowledge of office procedures, good secretarial skills, typing, bookkeeping, use of copy machine, or any office machines used by the individual offices.

Responsibilities

Greets all visitors courteously, determines their needs, and directs or escorts them to the proper person.
Provides expertise in public relations work on the telephone and in person, relating well with people.
Assists students, staff, parents, and visitors entering the office.
Disseminates procedures to parents and school personnel, responds to telephone inquiries, and relays or records messages accurately.
Provides secretarial support for the immediate supervisor or any office as directed.
Projects a positive image of Arlington Schools at all times.
Promotes and implements safety and security measures.
Keeps information confidential concerning school business.
Follows working instructions as directed by the immediate supervisor.
Performs in a professional manner at all times.
Dresses neatly and appropriately for the position held.
Assists with record keeping.
Assists with receptionist and telephone duties.
Assists with dispensing medication to students.
Complies with federal, state, and local statutes and regulations, as well as school board policies and administrative regulations.