Receptionist, Administrative​/Clerical

Location:

Challenger Middle School Recruiting

Start Date:

07/29/2026

This posting will be open at least five (5) days after the recruiting start date.

Estimated

Start Date:

08/04/2026A Receptionist performs receptionist duties in support of Academy District 20.The following statements are illustrative of the essential functions of the job and other key duties that may be required. The description may not include all functions performed by the incumbents in various locations. The district reserves the right to modify or change the duties or the essential functions of this job at any time.

Reports consistently for work as scheduled

Performs other duties as assigned

Attains proficient or higher evaluations on established Performance Standards Answers telephone, provides information to callers, takes messages, forwards phone calls as appropriate

Dispenses information to citizens, businesses, and other district agencies regarding district transactions

Greets all patrons, parents, visitors and staff members courteously, determines their needs and provides information, assistance, and/or assists in locating the proper person

Maintains an attractive and comfortable reception area Maintains calendars and schedule of building use Maintains current information on staff within the realm of our information requirements

Opens, sorts, and distributes incoming mail; prepares outgoing mail as required

Provides back up assistance to other office staff

Recognizes and documents the presence of visitors who bypass the reception area and immediately reports suspicious activity or unusual behavior to the reporting supervisor

Sets up, files, and sorts a variety of documents, to include sensitive and confidential information

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Ability to adapt to changing technologies and to learn functionality of new equipment and systems

Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing

Ability to create, access, input, retrieve, and manipulate information in various software systems

Ability to establish and maintain accurate record keeping, document management, and filing systems

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with individuals from many diverse backgrounds and professions including supervisors, administrators, coworkers, staff, students, parents, and the general public

Ability to follow oral and written instructions

Ability to greet and interact with the public in a courteous and professional manner

Ability to maintain confidentiality

Ability to manage simultaneous demands and set clear priorities

Ability to work days, hours, locations, and assignments as directed by the supervisor within the position responsibilities

Ability to work independently without direct supervision

Commitment to the education of students as a primary responsibility

Communicates effectively with students and adults in a wide variety of settings

Computer proficiency including office productivity applications

Considerable knowledge of policies, procedures, and overall district functions

Demonstrated ability to manage simultaneous demands and set clear priorities

Demonstrated ability to work well with others in a team setting

Demonstrates citizenship, compassion, courage, discernment, excellence, honesty, hope, integrity, patience, perseverance, reliability, respect, responsibility, and trustworthiness

Demonstrates effective organizational and time management skills

Detail-oriented

Energetic, creative, innovative, flexible

Excellent cooperative, collaborative, and problem-solving skills

Knowledge of office methods and procedures including appropriate telephone etiquette

Knowledge of Special Education, other educational programming, and associated legal requirements as related to the needs of the students assigned to the teacher

Promotes a positive climate, culture, and community

Strong organizational, interpersonal, written, listening, and verbal communication skills

Student-centered and relationship-focused

Understanding of data privacy laws and their implications for the educational community

Willingness to participate in ongoing training as required

Work Environment:
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