5-8 Receptionist

Valley Christian Schools • Tempe, AZ

9d • Onsite

About The Position

Are you passionate about serving others and creating a welcoming environment? We are seeking a friendly, enthusiastic, and dedicated Receptionist to be the heart of our front office. If you’re looking for a meaningful role where you can combine your professional skills with your passion for people and faith-based values, we’d love to hear from you! The 5-8 Receptionist is a key representative and face of the front office and understands the pulse of 5-8 activities and programs as assigned. The 5-8 Receptionist works alongside the 5-8 Administrative Liaison and assigned staff members to support the vision and mission of the school along with items related to the front office. Utmost, the 5-8 Receptionist must consider himself/herself not simply a business professional who supports families and students, but more importantly a missionary on the field to share the Gospel to whom God has entrusted as part of the VCS ministry.

Requirements

• Demonstrates a personal relationship with Jesus Christ that is a consistent testimony to others
• Agree to uphold Valley Christian’s Mission & Beliefs
• Faithfully attend and financially support a local church whose beliefs are in agreement with our school’s Mission & Beliefs.
• Must have and maintain a valid level one IVP fingerprint card
• Must have and maintain a valid Arizona driver's license
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software
• Communicates effectively in English, both verbally and in writing, with students, parents, staff and visitors
• Able to respond quickly and appropriately in emergency situations
• Demonstrated flexibility and adaptability to change
• Manages multiple priorities and deadlines under pressure with a customer-service mindset
• Maintains punctuality and consistent attendance
• Exhibits strong interpersonal, leadership and team-building skills
• Provides excellent customer service and represents the ministry professionally
• High School diploma, GED, or equivalent required
• Must have experience in reception

Nice To Haves

• School reception experience

Responsibilities

• Responsible to work with Administrative Liaison and assigned staff to assist with various tasks as requested (clerical and other)
• Learn and use RenWeb to facilitate attendance or other assigned functions
• Responsible for monitoring classroom and office supply purchases as assigned
• Maintain all responsibilities involving the reception area or as assigned
• Assist 5-8 substitute coordinator with finding substitutes and substitute sign-in
• Attend a variety of school functions/activities as assigned per school calendar
• Face of the Elementary for all visitors / visitor check-in
• Take all incoming calls and direct them to proper staff members/take messages as needed
• Pass along admissions questions or clarifications to K-8 Admissions Manager
• Direct students to the nurse’s station upon entering office area, as necessary. Reception may address any minor issues that do not require the nurse
• Manage daily items related to our facilities support.
• Monitor front gate buzz-in for all visitors
• Ensure front desk is always monitored or confirm someone is present if you need to step away
• Manage remaining students that have not been picked up for end of day dismissal
• Assist teachers or staff with classroom special projects or support (laminating, cutting paper, etc.)
• Assist with organization of special events as assigned
• Adhere to Valley Christian policies, procedures/processes, and codes
• Performs other related assigned duties

Benefits

• Use a computer (visual and keyboarding) for long periods of time
• Able to remain in a stationary position (sitting or standing) 50% of the time
• Occasionally lift up to 25 pounds
• At times requires stooping, bending, turning, pushing, pulling, reaching and climbing stairs (2-story)
• Use of hands, fingers, arms to reach, grip and maneuver objects
• Must be able to respond quickly to sounds (fire/security alarms)
• Work in noisy and crowded school environment
• Able to work a flexible schedule including weekends and evenings when needed
• Frequent walking throughout the campus
• VCS conducts pre-employment screening for all positions which includes a criminal background check, verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED