School Receptionist

id='p16253_'>School Receptionist JobID: 16253

Position Type:

Classified Support Staff/Receptionist

Date Posted:

6/22/2026

Location:

East Union Middle

(High-Needs School)

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A Union County Public Schools (UCPS) Office Receptionist serves as the first point of contact for a school or department. The role balances frontline customer service, campus safety monitoring, and clerical duties to ensure the efficient daily operation of the administrative office.

Front Desk Operations: Welcome and greet students, parents, staff, and visitors warmly. Manage sign-in sheets, issue visitor passes, and maintain building security.

Communications: Answer multi-line phones, screen calls, evaluate inquiries, and relay messages or direct visitors to the appropriate department.

Clerical Assistance: Perform routine office tasks, including sorting mail, operating copy/fax machines, and preparing correspondence.

Student & Attendance Duties: Assist with student enrollment/registration, maintain accurate records (e.g., transportation, attendance), and support after-school dismissal processes.

Support Services: Provide backup assistance to other school operations as needed, such as covering the health room or assisting the administrative team.

Key Qualifications

• Education: A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Skills: Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills are essential. Must be proficient with basic computer software and standard office equipment.
• Attributes: High degree of professionalism, a welcoming and positive attitude, and the ability to exercise patience, discretion, and tact.

Working Environment & Requirements

• This is primarily a classified support staff position.
• High priority is placed on maintaining campus safety protocols and dealing with people.
• May require prolonged periods of sitting and standing, as well as lifting and carrying light office materials.

Attachment(s):

• Receptionist.pdf