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Substitute College Receptionist (Short-term/Temporary)
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Position Number: 5741254
Location: San Luis Obispo, CA
Position Type: Secretary and Administrative Assistants

Substitute College Receptionist (Short-term/Temporary)

Cuesta College

Salary: $21.18 Hourly
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: FY2425-00088
Location: San Luis Obispo Campus, CA
Department: Human Resources
Closing: 11/15/2024 11:59 PM Pacific

Job Description Summary

This is a recruitment for a short-term/temporary position. This recruitment will be open until the position is filled. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis beginning October 28, 2024.

The preferred schedule for the selected candidate is 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm.

DEFINITION
Under general supervision, perform a variety of receptionist, clerical and data entry work and operate the main campus phone contact.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
An incumbent in this position will perform a variety of responsible, clerical work in support of the college's administrators and confidential employees. The incumbent will be the primary point of contact for telephone inquiries and visitors.

Incumbents in this position support student learning outcomes and institutional effectiveness by serving as the first point of contact for the public and providing support for the administrator and confidential employees.

Essential Functions & Qualifications

As a substitute until the permanent position is filled, the job duties may be a subset of the below essential functions.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Answer the main phone line, direct calls and visitors to appropriate personnel
Greet office and building visitors with courtesy and tact;
Perform complex office support work for the administrators and confidential employees;
Maintain directory of college employees;
Provide information about general college services;
Schedule interviews, meetings, and workshops;
Operate standard office equipment;
Utilize the District's integrated software in performing the required duties of this position;
Perform other related duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONSEducation:Required

Graduation from high school;

Preferred

Associate degree

Experience:Required

Answering phones in an educational, business, or professional setting;
Customer service
Office operations

Preferred

Three years of increasingly responsible clerical/receptionist experience;

Knowledge of:

Exceptional customer service delivery techniques;
Organization and function of an educational institution;
Receptionist and telephone etiquette and techniques;
Records keeping practices and procedures;
Office methods and practices including filing systems;
Current technologies, personal computer, and associated office software such as word processing, spreadsheet, presentation, and/or database software;
Correct usage of English, grammar, spelling, punctuation, and vocabulary; and
District policies and procedures.

Ability to:

Maintain a welcoming demeanor and positive tone while interacting with others;
Organize information, workload, and establish priorities to complete assigned work with general supervision and within established timelines;
Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the performance of duties; and
Demonstrate a sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds of staff and students and of staff and students with physical and learning disabilities.

Physical ability to:

Read and comprehend printed matter and text and data on computer monitors;
Communicate intelligibly and effectively via speech, telephone, written correspondence, and/or email;
Sit or stand for extended periods of time;
Lift and/or carry 15 pounds; and
Exert manual dexterity sufficient for keyboard and other office equipment operation.

License and Certificates (current within the last year):
Required

Valid driver's license and eligible to obtain California driver's license upon hire.

Additional Information

This is a short-term/temporary position. Students currently enrolled at Cuesta College will be given priority.

Interview Process Information

Selected applicants will be contacted for an interview.

To be considered for this position please visit our web site and apply on line at the following link: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/cuesta

The San Luis Obispo County Community College District promotes inclusiveness, prohibits discrimination, and encourages all qualified persons to apply. As an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, Cuesta College actively seeks candidates with diverse backgrounds to assist students, staff, and faculty. For ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) assistance with the application and/or interview process, please contact the Human Resources Office: (805) 546-3129.