Receptionist, Administrative​/Clerical

Receptionist

Waxahachie ISD
• Jimmie Ray Elementary – Waxahachie, Texas

• Job : 5556341
• Final date to receive applications: Mar 30, 2026 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)
• Posted: Feb 26, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)
• Starting Date: Immediately

Primary

Purpose:

Under direct supervision provide reception and clerical assistance for the efficient operation of the campus office.

• Education/Certification: High School diploma or GED
• Special Knowledge/
  
  Skills:
  
  
  • Proficient in handling highly confidential matters.
  • Proficient keyboarding skills.
  • Effective organization, communication, and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to follow written instructions.
  • Ability to operate multi-line phone system.
  • Personal qualities related to respect for the rights and confidentiality of others.
• Experience: One year clerical experience in office setting.

• Reception and Phones:
  Receive and direct incoming calls, take reliable messages, and route to appropriate staff.
• Greet and direct campus visitors.
• Assist parents in checking students in and out of school.
• Receive, sort, and distribute mail, messages, documents, and other deliveries.
• Assist with the receipt and distribution of student materials, including homework requests.
• Maintain visitor log and issue visitor passes.

• Demonstrates ability to remain calm and withstand pressures.
• Flexible to changes in routine and adapts quickly to changing situations.
• Reliable and responsible attendance and punctuality.
• Demonstrates respect, courteous to peers and visitors and assists fellow workers willingly.
• Avoids speaking ill of the district and district personnel.

• Assist with preparation of materials for mailing, including labels and stuffing envelopes.
• Maintain computerized files using personal computer, including reports, employee roster, and mailing lists.
• Assist with the scheduling of teacher conferences.
• Provide clerical assistance as needed.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor or other administrator that are consistent with the general requirements and qualifications for the position.
• Participate in staff development training programs to improve job performance.
• Participate in faculty meeting and special events as assigned.

• None

The working conditions described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and expectations.

• Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals, copier printer and fax machine.
• Posture: Prolonged sitting; occasional bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting.
• Motion: Repetitive hand motions, frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching.
• Lifting: Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds).
• Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress.

Full‑Time

$14.56 to $18.20 Per Hour

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

• Rachel Rector, Principal
• * Jimmie Ray Elementary
• Phone:
• Email: rrector