Front Desk Receptionist Jobs

Washington Episcopal School (WES) is seeking a Front Desk Receptionist, beginning in August 2023. As one of the first faces of WES that visitors see, the ideal candidate should be warm, welcoming and willing to help.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Communicate with Uniform suppliers
• Answer phones and direct to proper person or department
• Manage main office supplies
• Manage Hot Lunch program
• Other duties, as assigned
• Receive mail and packages and alerts recipients
• Provide additional support to Front Office staff as needed
• Organize and manage Used Uniform room
• Manage the front desk, and front door
• Greet, assist and direct all visitors
• Coordinate copier and postage machine supplies and repairs
• Coordinate and update School Calendar through Blackbaud
• Assist with nursing duties when nurse is not available
• Manage the Dragon’s Den and coordinate ordering
• Collect and alert faculty/staff to absences, late arrivals, early dismissals

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Basic understanding of administrative and clerical procedures and systems
• Maintain a positive, pleasant demeanor at all times, with an excellent sense of humor
• Contribute positively to the school’s mission and values
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, Google Drive and other related software
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills

Required Education and Experience:

• Any combination of education, training and experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position
• High school diploma or equivalent required

Benefits:

• Health and Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Generous Retirement Contribution
• Life and LTD Insurance
• PTO
• Tuition Remission

Washington Episcopal School is an independent, co-educational school for students from Nursery through Grade 8. Washington Episcopal School inspires academic and personal excellence within a joyful learning environment to develop students who are kind, confident, and prepared citizens of the world.

WES provides a competitive wage and an inviting, professional, and collegial working environment. WES is committed to a diverse and inclusive community and seeks applications for this position from candidates who will contribute to an environment in which all are valued and supported.

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