Receptionist

JOB TITLE: Receptionist HOUR STATUS: Nonexempt

REPORTS TO: Principal PAY GRADE: CP2/187 Days

DEPT./SCHOOL: MSELA DATE REVISED: 05/2026

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

Under the direct supervision, provide clerical and reception assistance for the efficient operation of the campus office. Assist in handling clerical work as directed.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Certification:

High school diploma or GED

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Proficient typing skills

Effective organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Ability to follow written instructions

Ability to operate multi-line phone system

Experience:

One-year clerical experience in office setting preferred

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

Receive incoming calls, take reliable messages, and route to appropriate staff.

Assist students, teachers, parents, and public as needed.

Prepare correspondence, card files, calendars, folders, and instructional materials using typewriter or personal computer.

May assist with data entry of PEIMS data, verification of lunch applications, bus schedules, or textbook inventory records.

Sort, distribute, or deliver mail, messages, and other documents.

Assist in supervising students throughout the school day, both inside and outside the classroom, including lunchrooms and bus duty.

May assist with data entry of attendance records.

May administer medications and assist in the nurse's office in the nurse's absence.

Maintain confidentiality.

Perform other duties as assigned.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Tools/Equipment Used: Personal computer, copier, and multi-line telephone

Posture: Prolonged sitting; frequent standing, kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting

Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: Moderate standing, stooping, bending, and lifting

Mental Demands: Reading; ability to communicate effectively.

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills that may be required.

Copperas Cove ISD does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, disability, or age in its programs, activities or employment practices. For inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies, contact: Executive Director of Human Resources, (254) 547-1227, 408 S. Main, Copperas Cove, TX 76522