Substitute Office Receptionist

Substitute Office Receptionist

JOB DESCRIPTION

(revised 3/25/25)

To empower students to embrace a biblical worldview through spiritual & academic growth, servant leadership, and authentic relationships in the name of Jesus Christ.

Reports To: Building Principal/Director

Directly Supervises: None

Narrative Description:

Evansville Christian School is a community that values growth, service, and relationships. As a substitute, you will play a vital role in maintaining a positive, productive environment in the absence of regular staff. Substitute office staff are expected to maintain a positive culture by being available to answer phones, direct visitors, and redirect questions as needed. It is essential to model Christ-like character and uphold the school's mission, vision, and philosophy.

Specific Responsibilities:

• Welcome visitors by greeting them and answering calls and doorbells
• Direct visitors and callers to appropriate staff members
• Promote school security by ensuring sign-in and sign-out procedures are followed for visitors and students
• Distribute dropped-off items to staff and students
• Be an advocate for ECS and its mission, vision, and core values

Qualifications:

• Ability to multitask and prioritize in a busy office setting.
• Excellent verbal communication skills.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Strong interpersonal and relational skills – positive attitude.
• Ability to take initiative and anticipate workflow needs in advance.
• Computer proficiency required. Knowledge of Microsoft Office and Google Suite preferred.
• Knowledge of school operations and office administration desired.

Requirements:

• Agree with ECS’ Articles of Faith and abide by ECS’ Code of Christian Conduct, as well as demonstrate support of ECS faculty/staff and policies.
• Have a heart for children, Christian education, and the ministry and mission of ECS.
• Exhibit and embrace the ECS Behavioral Core Values:

1. We display strong/Christ-like character. (We live out the Fruit of the Spirit.)
2. We choose to believe the best about one another. (We don’t have the “meeting after the meeting.”)
3. We welcome positive, healthy correction. (We are unoffendable and welcome feedback.)
4. We communicate with kindness and with candor. (We stay on mission, while also caring about people.)
5. We commit to personal spiritual growth and maturity in community with the Body of Christ. (We worship, in person, with a local church body.)

• Model a Godly, caring attitude and operate in accord with biblical values; including servant leadership, integrity, wisdom, teamwork, and open/honest communication in an atmosphere that nurtures continuous improvement.
• Have a mindset of ministry – serving others in the context of our relationship with God.
• Value growth (academic, spiritual, social, professional), service (local, regional, national, global), and relationships (w/ students, staff, families, and the community), all through the lens of the Gospel of Jesus Christ.