Receptionist - Afternoons .5 FTE - Burlington School District

Receptionist - Afternoons

Central Office

The Burlington School District believes a diverse and culturally proficient faculty and staff are pivotal to the creation of a strong learning and working environment that supports student achievement and success. BSD administrators lead inclusive school communities with our vision: "Cultivating caring, creative, and courageous people. - Join the journey.”

The Mission of the Burlington School District is to graduate students who:

• Value different cultures;
• Engage with the community;
• Communicate effectively;
• Think creatively;
• Skillfully solve problems; and
• Achieve at their highest academic, intellectual and personal potential.

Burlington School District is seeking an energetic Receptionist to assist the Office Administration Department during the afternoons. The Receptionist will be primarily performing the welcoming duties for all visitors, incoming phone calls, and staff inquiries at Central Office. Provide support to the operations of the district office through efficient, effective, and confidential assistance to the Executive Assistant.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 

• Perform primary reception and telephone duties in the district office
• Assists the Executive Assistant as needed
• Uses discretion in discussing school affairs and maintains a high level of confidentiality
• Plans procedures for accomplishing administrative support tasks
• Maintains orderly filing system, paper and electronic
• Performs routine office functions
• Performs other tasks and duties in support of the Administration of the School District as appropriate

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Earned high school diploma or equivalent required, additional specific skill training and education is preferred
• Demonstrates ability to plan, organize and prioritize work schedule to promote efficient workflow
• Assimilates new information efficiently Demonstrates skill in the use of grammar
• Demonstrates sound judgment, discretion, and decorum in dealing with staff and the public
• Experienced in the use of office equipment Demonstrates proficiency in computer programs such as, but not limited to Word, Excel, Word Publisher, PowerPoint, Gmail, Google docs
   

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Burlington School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.

Applications from women, veterans, individuals with disabilities and people from diverse racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds are encouraged.

The Burlington School District will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.