Receptionist

Receptionist

Location

JSU Main Campus, MS

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

202400436

College/Division

Undergraduate Admissions

Opening Date

11/11/2026

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Description

The Department of Undergraduate Admissions is accepting applications for Receptionist position.

Examples of Duties

• Greet and welcome guests
• Direct visitors to the appropriate person and office
• Answer, screen, forward and take messages for incoming phone calls
• Ensure reception area is tidy and presentable, with all necessary stationery and material (e.g. pens, forms and brochures)
• Provide basic and accurate information in-person and via phone/email
• Receive, sort and distribute daily mail/deliveries
• Maintain office security by following safety procedures and controlling access via the reception desk
• Order front office supplies and keep inventory of stock
• Update calendars and schedule meetings as needed
• Input student and prospective student data into student information system as needed
• Receive information from students and prospective students
• Perform other clerical and receptionist related duties such as filing, photocopying, printing and faxing
• Other duties as assigned

Typical Qualifications

• High school diploma required; Associates degree preferred.
• Competency in Microsoft Suite
• Three years proven work experience as a Receptionist, Front Office Representative or similar role
• Hands-on experience with office equipment (e.g. computer, fax machines, copiers and printers)
• Professional attitude and appearance
• Excellent organizational skills
• Multitasking and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including nights and weekends
• Able to contribute positively as part of a team, helping out with various tasks as required.
• Ability to be resourceful and proactive when issues arise
• Customer service attitude

We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees, including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave.

Part-time employees who work 20 hours or more per week are eligible for the complete benefits package.

To learn more details, visit our benefits page.

01

Can you, if hired, provide proof of education?

• Yes
• No

02

Which statement below best describes the highest level of education you have completed?

• High school graduate, diploma or the equivalent (GED)
• Associate degree
• Bachelors degree
• Masters degree
• Specialist degree
• Ph.D
• G.E.D.
• Juris Doctorate

03

Will you now or in the future require sponsorship to work in the United States?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer Jackson State University (MS)

Address 1400 John R. Lynch Street

P.O. Box 17028

Jackson, Mississippi, 39217

Phone (601) 979-2015

Website https://www.jsums.edu/humanresources/