Front Desk Receptionist

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UPPER MORELAND TOWNSHIP SCHOOL DISTRICT JOB DESCRIPTION

Position: Front Desk Receptionist
Department: Human Resources
Reports to: Human Resources Director
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt (Hourly) – Administrative Support Personnel
Schedule: Full Time, 12 Months
Hourly Rate: starting at $16.99/hour

MISSION STATEMENT:
The Upper Moreland Township School District is an educational institution working in partnership with the community to provide all students with educational opportunities to develop knowledge, skills, behaviors, and habits of mind necessary for excellence and success as critical thinkers, as caring and confident individuals, and as contributing members of society. The District reflects the shared values of a diverse community of stakeholders and focuses on student success socially, emotionally, physically, and academically. Students of the Upper Moreland Township School District will be provided with the foundation and skills necessary to excel in the exciting, complex, and interdependent world in which they live.

SUMMARY:
The Front Desk Receptionist greets visitors and directs them to appropriate office/personnel; receives phone calls and directs them to appropriate personnel.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:
(Other appropriate duties may be assigned.)

• Serves as a receptionist and greets all persons entering the facility. Notifies appropriate personnel when people arrive for appointments/meetings. Assures district safety procedures are followed in admitting public to building.
• Directs visitors to appropriate meeting rooms.
• Answers and screens incoming telephone calls and routes call to appropriate person.
• Maintains a pleasant and orderly atmosphere in the reception area. Ensures that sufficient number of brochures, handouts, etc. are available in reception area.
• Maintains an up-to-date listing of telephone extension numbers.
• Assists with distributing mail.
• Notifies Facilities Director of emergency situations. Contacts ambulance, police and/or fire departments as necessary.
• Collaborates with Executive Assistant to the Chief Financial Officer to administer the Facilities use policy and FMX.
• Receives, files, and logs the drill reports from all schools.
• Answers routine questions about the School District and provides address, directions, and other information supporting the mission of the Upper Moreland School District.
• Responds to requests for general information such as a list of Upper Moreland Board members, employee extension numbers, etc.
• Assists with bulk mailings, collating, and envelope stuffing, as time permits.
• Prepares office correspondence, documents, and spreadsheets utilizing Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel.
• Coordinates key events for Upper Moreland affiliates including UMEF, HSAs, and other organizations. Sends out schedule confirmations on a weekly basis to the community groups with activities scheduled at Upper Moreland School District facilities.
• Maintain the lighting schedule for the District and community groups utilizing the stadium and multipurpose turf field.
• Maintains office supplies.
• Projects a positive image of the Upper Moreland School District and its programs and services.
• Observes confidentiality in all district matters.
• Serves as a back-up to other staff members and helps them with tasks when deadlines require.
• Performs routine clerical tasks from the Human Resources Office and other Central Offices, as assigned.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• High School Diploma.
• Minimum of 1-3 years of experience.
• Experience in working with the public.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Strong knowledge of computer software programs including word and spreadsheet programs.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, technical procedures or government regulations.
• Congenial interpersonal skills when interacting with stakeholders.
• Ability to lift and/or move boxes weighing 20-25 pounds.
• Ability to interact positively with others and work as a team.
• Ability to take initiative and multitask.
• Must successfully complete and maintain compliance with all federal and state background and criminal record check requirements.
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• Candidate must adhere to all local, state, federal, and school code requirements for employment.

The position holder must be able to perform the essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation. It is the responsibility of the employee to inform the Director of Human Resources of any and all reasonable accommodations that will be required.

Upper Moreland Township School District shall not discriminate in their educational programs, activities or employment practices based on race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, religion, veteran status, ancestry, genetic information, or any other legally protected classification. This policy is in accordance with state and federal laws, including Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Sections 503 and 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, as amended, Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008, and the Pennsylvania Human Relations Act. Information relative to special accommodation, grievance procedure, and the designated responsible official for compliance with Title VI, Title IX, and Section 504 may be obtained by contacting the school district.

Apply on our website: https://www.applitrack.com/umtsd/onlineapp/default.aspx

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $16.99 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate:

• Willow Grove, PA 19090: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person