Receptionist​/Switchboard Operator - Substitutes; Temporary

Overview

Receptionist/Switchboard Operator - Substitutes (Temporary/Hourly) – Mira Costa College

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Type of Assignment:
Full Time

Assignment Category:
Temporary Assignment

Position Details:
The Public Information Office (PIO) would like to build a pool of substitute Receptionist/Switchboard Operators to serve as receptionist at the information desk when needed. The assignment will be on an on-call basis, with substitutes potentially being contacted on short notice about a shift.

Salary Range: 9

Compensation: $21.92 per hour (range 9, step
1).

Benefits:
Short-term, temporary employees may be eligible for Healthy Families Sick Leave, and enrollment in a retirement system.

Position Term in Months:
Varies; on-call

In order to be considered for this position, you must submit the following documents directly in the online system and finish applying and receive a confirmation number.

The department will review application materials. Applicants selected for interview will be contacted by phone; those not selected for interview will be notified by e-mail once interview candidates have been scheduled.

IMPORTANT:
Mira Costa College requires that all employees be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. As of August 23, 2021, all employees must submit proof of vaccination or request and receive approval for a medical or religious exemption prior to their start date. For more information, visit https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

Offer of employment is contingent upon:
1) proof of being fully vaccinated for COVID-19 or exemption;
2) submission of a current tuberculosis test clearance;
3) proof of eligibility to work in the United States; and
4) approval by the Board of Trustees.

* Individuals are considered fully vaccinated two weeks after the second dose in a 2-dose series or two weeks after a single-dose vaccine.

Retired STRS members are not eligible for this position.

• Under the direction of the Director of Public & Governmental Relations, Marketing and Communications, serve as receptionist at the information desk in the lobby of the Administration Building, answer questions and provide information to the public both in person and in response to telephone calls.
• Answer telephones, route calls; take messages.
• Greet visitors, provide routine information and assistance to students, employees, and the general public.
• Provide information to callers and visitors to the building, including assistance with directions to the college and to specific campus locations and determining the appropriate college department or staff member to assist the caller/campus visitor.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

• Knowledge Of:
  District organization, operations, policies and objectives; telephone techniques and etiquette; oral communication skills; interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy; modern office practices, procedures and equipment; operation of a computer and Microsoft applications, particularly the internet and Outlook.
• Ability To:
  Learn to interpret, apply and explain rules, regulations, policies and procedures; learn names and locations of personnel served by the switchboard; learn programs and services offered by the college to appropriately direct callers and campus visitors; understand and follow oral and written directions; analyze situations and adopt an effective course of action; respond to emergency calls; use good judgment; speak clearly;
  
  establish and maintain cooperative relationships; communicate effectively; work as a team; demonstrate sensitivity to diverse issues.

Education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school.

• Primarily sedentary with intermittent standing, walking, bending and stooping; occasional lifting up to 25 pounds; computer work; travel to district locations as needed.
• Ability to work in an office environment with frequent interruptions; may work at district locations during day/evening hours; occasional evenings/weekends on an as-needed basis; occasional travel.

Posting Number: S21/22042P

Human Resources Contact Information: jobs or

Job Close Date:
Open Until Filled:
Yes

First Screening Date:
Applications will be screened as they are submitted and will continue to be accepted until the substitute pool is full.

About Mira Costa College:
Mira Costa College is an Equal Opportunity Employer with a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. For more details, please visit our website.

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