Bilingual Switchboard Operator​/Receptionist - Open Regular and Substitute Employees Only

clerical telephone operator

this position requires knowledge and the proper usage, spelling, and punctuation of both the english and spanish languages; use and operation of a telephone switchboard system; standard office procedures and practices; word processing techniques; and computer software applications. Must possess the skill to type/word process accurately at a rate required for successful job performance minimum 35 net wpm; operate standard office equipment;

maintain routine records and files; efficiently operate a telephone switchboard system; understand and follow both oral and written directions; effectively and tactfully communicate in both oral and written forms in both english and spanish; establish and maintain effective work relationships with those contacted in the performance of required job duties. Must possess the ability to receive incoming calls and route to proper stations;

take telephone messages and distribute to appropriate office/personnel; schedule and reserve usage of meeting rooms; answer questions and provide information regarding school/district office standards, policies, and procedures; interpret and translate in spanish and perform related duties as required. One year of general clerical experience, preferably including some experience in the operation of a telephone switchboard with receptionist duties. Must pass the district's bilingual certification test in oral, reading and writing proficiency in spanish.

A recent typing certificate must accompany the application in order to be considered. A criminal history check will be required of the successful candidate prior to employment.

duties of position: to operate a telephone switchboard system at a school site/district office; receive and route telephone calls to appropriate department; provide information to callers; greet and direct visitors to appropriate departments/personnel; and provide clerical support to other school district offices as assigned. Employees in this classification receive direct to general supervision from the school/district office administrator within a framework of well-defined policies and procedures.

This job classification is responsible for the timely and accurate transferal of calls and messages to appropriate school/district office personnel and requires effective communication skills. Interprets orally and translates written material in spanish as required.

starting salary: $3,216.46 (monthly) number of months: 11.5 (to begin as soon as possible) number of hours: 8 (daily working hours 7:30 a.m. To 4:00 p.m.)