Clerk Receptionist

Beaumont ISD•Beaumont, TX

41d•Onsite

About The Position

The Clerk Receptionist position represents the first point of contact for staff, visitors and patrons who call or visit a school campus. As such, the individual in this position must be prepared to handle a wide range of inquiries and requests and have the ability to effectively communicate information over the phone, in writing and face to face. This position is a blend of customer service and clerical work. This position supports the administration and staff and facilitates communication throughout the school.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED
Ability to operate a multi-line phone system
Ability to treat district employees and/or patrons in a patient and tactful manner
Ability to communicate well with people by phone, face to face and in writing
Proficient skills in keyboarding skills and computer usage
Effective organization, communication, and interpersonal skills
Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Ability to multitask

Nice To Haves

Ability to speak Spanish desired, but not required
One year experience in public education environment preferred

Responsibilities

Receive and direct all incoming calls, transfer to appropriate staff and/or take reliable messages.
Assist public, staff, and students as needed.
Answer general questions from the community
Maintain visitor logs and issue visitor passes.
Sort, distribute and deliver mail, messages, and fax documents.
Assist with preparation of materials for mailing, including preparing labels, stuffing envelopes, etc.
Make and log all long distance calls.
Report all telephone repairs as needed.
Maintain records of teacher attendance, run weekly/monthly reports, and close files each month.
Greet all visitors and direct to appropriate areas.
Gather homework assignments.
Sign for all merchandise from U.P.S. and mail carrier.
Ensure time cards have appropriate signatures and send to business office.
Maintain paperwork pertaining to substitutes.
Responsible for selling locks to students.
Maintain sign-in sheet for teachers/substitutes.
Learn to program phone.
Maintain scheduling of Master Teaching Room.
Receive and distribute U.S. Mail and Central Office Mail.
Cooperate fully with colleagues in shared responsibilities.
Provide clerical assistance as needed.
Maintain confidentiality.
Be a positive role model for students in dress, demeanor, and speech.
Demonstrate a positive attitude toward life and students.
Display punctuality, congeniality, dependability, and efficiency.
Display exemplary ethical and moral behavior.
Show tolerance for peer differences and promote harmony.
Share experiences, ideas, and knowledge with peers.
Seek advice and counsel when needed.
Perform duties in a professional, ethical, and responsible manner.
Perform other duties as assigned.