Front Office Receptionist

*Position Summary:** We are seeking a welcoming, organized, and detail-oriented Front Office Receptionist/Assistant to be the face of Odyssey Charter School. This individual will be the first point of contact for visitors, students, and staff, providing excellent customer service while handling a variety of administrative tasks that keep our school running smoothly. The ideal candidate is friendly, professional, and able to multitask in a busy environment. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ **Key Responsibilities:** - **Front Desk Operations:** Greet and assist visitors, parents, students, and staff with inquiries in a professional and courteous manner. - **Communication:** Manage incoming calls and emails, directing them to the appropriate staff members and departments. - **Attendance & Records:** Maintain accurate attendance records, student files, and daily logs. - **Administrative Support:** Provide general administrative support, including filing, data entry, and organizing office supplies. Collect payments for various events. - **Event Coordination:** Assist with school events and meetings, including scheduling, set-up, and communication with families. Present information to others. - **Student Services:** Handle student check-ins, check-outs, and late arrivals; issue visitor badges and maintain visitor logs. - **Mail Distribution:** Sort and distribute mail and deliveries to appropriate staff members. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ **Qualifications:** - **Education:** High school diploma or equivalent; additional education or training in office administration is a plus. - **Experience:** Prior experience as a receptionist, administrative assistant, or in a customer service role preferred. - **Skills:** - - Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Communicate with diverse populations. - Proficient with office software, including Microsoft Office and Google Workspace. - Ability to multitask, prioritize, and manage time effectively. - Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. - Friendly, approachable, and professional demeanor. - Works well under pressure and on a team - Ability to adapt to changing work priorities, flexibility. - Strong decision-making and ability to take initiative. - Able to understand complex, multi-step written and oral directions. - Monitor and assist students when necessary (playgrounds, cafeteria, parking lots, etc.) - Assist students sent to the front office for accidents or illness. - Prepare standardized documents (calendar, emails, letters) for communicating to staff and families. - Requirements: - - High school diploma or equivalent - Ability to operate standard office equipment - Knowledge of various social media platforms - Knowledge of Canva, Word, Excel, Google Docs, and Google Sheets - Able to lift 50 lbs. - Job-related experience is desired - Criminal justice fingerprint/background clearance ------------------------------------------------------------------------ **Working Conditions:** - Ability to work in a fast-paced, sometimes noisy environment. - Must be able to sit for extended periods and perform light physical tasks such as lifting office supplies. - Occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, kneeling, crouching, crawling. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ **Benefits:** - Competitive salary - Health, dental, and vision insurance options - Retirement plan options - Paid time off an d holidays - Professional development opportunities -----------------------------------------------------------------------

Created: 2026-05-15