Clerk/Receptionist, High School

  • La Porte Independent School District Expired
  • La Porte, Texas
  • Full Time

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Job Description


Position: Clerk/Receptionist, High School

Location: La Porte High School

Primary Purpose:

Under moderate supervision, respond to inquiries from staff, students, parents, and the public; provide requested information and/or referral to the appropriate parties; direct visitors; and provide general clerical support for the efficient operation of the central administration office.

Job Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED

Special Knowledge/Skills:

  • Ability to operate multi-line phone system
  • Effective public relations, organization, communication, and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to speak, read, and understand English
  • Ability to read and comprehend instructions
  • Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one situations
  • Proficient in keyboarding, 10-key numerical data entry, and file maintenance

Experience:

  • Clerk/secretarial experience preferred, preferably in a public education environment

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

Reception and Phones

1. Receive and direct incoming calls, take reliable messages, and route to appropriate staff. 2. Greet visitors (e.g. public, parents, students, substitutes, vendors, etc.) respond to their inquiries and/or direct them to appropriate personnel in accordance with district policies and procedures regarding building security. 3. Maintain visitor log and issue visitor passes. 4. Respond to emergency calls and notify appropriate parties to address immediate safety and/or security issues. 5. Receive deliveries and disseminate materials and information to the appropriate parties. 6. Provide clerical assistance as needed. 7. Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents as required. 8. Maintain confidentiality. 9. Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals; multi-line phone system Posture: Continuous sitting Motion: Repetitive hand motions including reaching. Frequent keyboarding and use of mouse. Lifting: Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds) Environment: Reception desk in the administrative/central office Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress

Apply:

Apply online at lpisd.org, including your resume and letter of interest. Your application is not complete until three current references have been received. These references must include your current principal or supervisor.

Other Information:

The district contributes $400/monthly to the cost of "employee-only" health insurance which is $175/monthly greater than the state required amount of $225/monthly.

Pay Grade: PG 2 , 11 months, 240 days

Minimum $13.25

Midpoint $15.96

Position: Clerk/Receptionist, High School

Location: La Porte High School

Primary Purpose:

Under moderate supervision, respond to inquiries from staff, students, parents, and the public; provide requested information and/or referral to the appropriate parties; direct visitors; and provide general clerical support for the efficient operation of the central administration office.

Job Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED

Special Knowledge/Skills:

  • Ability to operate multi-line phone system
  • Effective public relations, organization, communication, and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to speak, read, and understand English
  • Ability to read and comprehend instructions
  • Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one situations
  • Proficient in keyboarding, 10-key numerical data entry, and file maintenance

Experience:

  • Clerk/secretarial experience preferred, preferably in a public education environment

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

Reception and Phones

1. Receive and direct incoming calls, take reliable messages, and route to appropriate staff. 2. Greet visitors (e.g. public, parents, students, substitutes, vendors, etc.) respond to their inquiries and/or direct them to appropriate personnel in accordance with district policies and procedures regarding building security. 3. Maintain visitor log and issue visitor passes. 4. Respond to emergency calls and notify appropriate parties to address immediate safety and/or security issues. 5. Receive deliveries and disseminate materials and information to the appropriate parties. 6. Provide clerical assistance as needed. 7. Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents as required. 8. Maintain confidentiality. 9. Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals; multi-line phone system Posture: Continuous sitting Motion: Repetitive hand motions including reaching. Frequent keyboarding and use of mouse. Lifting: Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds) Environment: Reception desk in the administrative/central office Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress

Apply:

Apply online at lpisd.org, including your resume and letter of interest. Your application is not complete until three current references have been received. These references must include your current principal or supervisor.

Other Information:

The district contributes $400/monthly to the cost of "employee-only" health insurance which is $175/monthly greater than the state required amount of $225/monthly.

Pay Grade: PG 2 , 11 months, 240 days

Minimum $13.25

Midpoint $15.96

Job ID: 482391403
Originally Posted on: 6/23/2025

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