Receptionist for the 2026-2027 School Year

POSITION TITLE Receptionist Office Support I

REPORTS TO Principal

BEGINNING DATE Open Until Filled

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

• Ability to maintain composure in difficult situations.
• Strong verbal/written communication skills in English.
• Considerable knowledge of office practices and procedures, including grammar, vocabulary, spelling, punctuation, and proofreading.
• Ability to compile and summarize information.
• Ability to plan, organize, and schedule variable tasks.
• Ability to interact and communicate with staff and public.
• Ability to exercise good judgment, take initiative, and work with minimal supervision.

TECHNICAL SKILLS REQUIRED

• Computer skills.
• FAX machine, printers, computer networking system, and photocopier.

EDUCATION AND TRAINING

• High school diploma and two (2) years of related clerical experience, or an equivalent combination of education and work experience.

TERM OF EMPLOYMENT 10 months

SALARY Salary Grade 55

FLSA STATUS Non-Exempt

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs the usual office routines and practices associated with a busy yet productive and smoothly-run office.
• Assists with bookkeeping as directed by Principal.
• Types general letters, memos, and newsletters.
• Assists with welcoming visitors and routing all incoming calls.
• Other duties as assigned by the Principal and staff members.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to be physically active, which includes but is not limited to standing, pushing, pulling, squatting, bending, sitting, and walking.
• Ability to reach with hands and arms routinely.
• Ability to carry furniture such as tables and chairs, supplies, and materials.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds routinely and 30 pounds occasionally.
• Must be able to facilitate the evacuation of students during emergency situations and/or drills.
• Must be able to visually and auditorily effectively communicate with staff, students, and public.
• Must be able to tolerate a noisy, busy work environment with occasional very loud noises.

DISCLAIMER The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to this job.

NON-DISCRIMINATION STATEMENT Onslow County Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in its programs and activities. EOE.