Main Office Receptionist

Job Title: Main Office Receptionist

Organization: Exploration Elementary Charter School for Science and Technology

Reports To: Finance & Operations Manager

Duration: 12-Month Position

Position Summary

The Main Office Receptionist acts as a gatekeeper for Exploration. They allow access to other staff, answer phones, transfer calls, answer questions, give directions and manage the flow of traffic in the Main Office. It is the Main Office Receptionist who greets anyone who enters the building so it is crucial to have verbal communication skills, active listening and great customer service skills. The Main Office Receptionist plays a vital role in the School and is the face of the organization. This is the first and the last department where a visitor interacts. The Main Office Receptionist is responsible for creating first hand impressions regarding the level of services and facilities provided.

Essential Functions

As the Main Office Receptionist:

Performs record keeping and general clerical functions including but not limited to: filing, faxing, answering phones, etc.

Facilitates Late Arrivals and Early Dismissals

Greets visitors and adheres to the Visitor Policy

Supports daily routines such as arrival, dismissal, escorting early dismissal students, retrieving extra breakfast supplies as needed

Facilitates school wide lamination process as outlined by school leaders

Reconcile daily attendance

Performs other duties as assigned by school leaders

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma and 3-years’ experience in a similar role
• Able to work flexible hours as determined by school leaders
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines with ease
• Highly proficient with Microsoft Office 365 and/or GSuite

Preferred Qualifications

• Associates or bachelor’s degree in business administration or similar
• Experience working in an urban school setting
• Types 60+ wpm

Additional Details

The hiring process for this position will require you to perform a fingerprinted background check through the New York State TEACH System. Any written or verbal offer is contingent on satisfactory results, as determined by NYSED and the HR/Operations Manager. Exploration does not discriminate based on race, color, creed, age, marital status, sex, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, veteran status or disability in its hiring, educational programs, and school events/activities. Exploration promotes diversity and provides equal opportunity for qualified applicants. Exploration can and will provide reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities under the Rehabilitation Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the New York Human Rights Law, or similar applicable law. If there is a need for reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please call 585-498-4700 or email cvillanueva@exporochester.org to discuss potential accommodations related to your application with the Finance and Operations Manager.