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Receptionist


Job Location:

Columbia, SC - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 17 July 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 14 October 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

The Central Office Receptionist serves as the first point of contact for the Adair County School District Board of Education. This position is responsible for creating a welcoming professional environment by greeting visitors answering and directing a multi-line telephone system and providing accurate information to students parents staff and community members. The receptionist supports the daily operations of the Central Office by performing a variety of clerical and customer service duties while maintaining confidentiality and professionalism.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
  • Answer and manage a multi-line telephone system in a courteous timely and professional manner.
  • Greet visitors parents students employees and community members entering the Central Office.
  • Determine the nature of visitors inquiries and direct them to the appropriate department or staff member.
  • Provide general information regarding district programs departments policies and services.
  • Assist visitors in locating forms applications and other district resources.
  • Receive sort and distribute incoming mail and deliveries.
  • Maintain the reception area to ensure a clean organized and welcoming environment.
  • Monitor visitor sign-in procedures and assist with district security protocols.
  • Schedule appointments or meeting room reservations as assigned.
  • Perform routine clerical duties including filing copying scanning data entry and preparing correspondence.
  • Assist Central Office administrators and departmental staff with administrative tasks as assigned.
  • Maintain confidentiality of student personnel and district information in accordance with applicable laws and district policies.
  • Operate standard office equipment including computers copiers scanners fax machines and postage equipment.
  • Respond to questions and resolve routine concerns while providing excellent customer service.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by the Superintendent or designated supervisor.
Qualifications
  • High school diploma or GED required.
  • Previous receptionist administrative assistant or customer service experience preferred.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to operate a multi-line telephone system efficiently.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and general office technology.
  • Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
  • Ability to multitask and prioritize responsibilities in a fast-paced office environment.
  • Professional appearance and demeanor.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment.

Required Experience:

Junior IC