Receptionist- Expedition Behavioral Education

Best to apply by 5/10/2026

Position is intended to start on 8/1/2026

This position is scheduled for 8 hours/day and 260 days/year.

Benefits include Medical/Dental/Vision, Life/AD&D insurance, FSA/DCAP, LTD insurance, Retirement/DCP, EAP, Annual Leave, Sick Leave. Personal Leave and Holiday Pay.

Required attachments: Transcript, Resume and Cover Letter

Please see the job description below for a list of Essential Functions.

Purpose Statement

The job of Receptionist- Expedition Behavioral Education is done for the purpose/s of responding to inquiries from staff, the public, parents, students, etc. to provide requested information and/or referral to other parties; and providing general clerical support as may be requested.

Essential Functions

Telephone Operations Answers multiline telecommunication system for the purpose of screening calls, transferring calls, responding to inquiries and/or taking messages.

Material Distribution Distributes a variety of items within the site (e.g. mail, supplies, messages, etc.) for the purpose of disseminating materials to appropriate parties.

Guest Reception Greets guests for the purpose of responding to their inquiries and/or escorting/directing them to appropriate personnel.

Inventory Management Maintains inventory of supplies and orders when necessary for the purpose of ensuring items are available.

Clerical Support Performs record keeping and clerical support (e.g. scheduling, travel forms, copying, faxing, mailings, word processing, invoicing, etc.) for the purpose of supporting the staff with necessary materials.

Written Materials Preparation Prepares written materials (e.g. bills for conference room usage, logs, reports, memos, notes, email, etc.) for the purpose of documenting activities, providing reference and/or conveying information.

Inquiry Response Responds to inquiries of staff, the public, parents and/or students for the purpose of identifying appropriate parties to address immediate issues.

Office Equipment Management Responsible for the day-to-day operation and first level of maintenance for office equipment (e.g. copiers, postage machine, fax, etc.) for the purpose of providing support and/or training, and problem solving/trouble-shooting as necessary.

Activity Scheduling Schedules a variety of activities (e.g. conference room, meetings, etc.) for the purpose of assisting in meeting staff needs and efficient utilization of equipment and facilities.

Other Functions

Personnel Assistance Assists other personnel for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities.

Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge Required Knowledge is required to perform basic math, including calculations using fractions, percents, and/or ratios; understand written procedures, write routine documents, and speak clearly; and understand multi-step written and oral instructions. Specific knowledge based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: concepts of grammar and punctuation; telephone procedures; customer service; and general office practices and procedures.

Skills Required Skills are required to perform multiple tasks with a potential need to upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skill based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: operating standard office equipment including pertinent software applications; operating equipment used in telecommunications; preparing and maintaining accurate records.

Abilities Required Ability is required to schedule activities, meetings, and/or events; gather and/or collate data; and consider a number of factors when using equipment. Flexibility is required to work with others in a variety of circumstances; work with data utilizing defined and similar processes; and operate equipment using a variety of standardized methods. Ability is also required to work with a wide diversity of individuals; work with similar types of data; and utilize a variety of job-related equipment. Problem solving is required to identify issues and create action plans. Problem solving with data may require independent interpretation; and problem solving with equipment is limited to moderate.

Specific ability based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: adapting to changing work priorities; communicating with diverse groups; maintaining confidentiality; meeting deadlines and schedules; working as part of a team; working with constant and sustained interruptions.

Responsibility

Responsibilities include: working under direct supervision using standardized procedures; providing information and/or advising others; tracking budget expenditures. Utilization of resources from other work units may be required to perform the job's functions. There is a continual opportunity to have some impact on the organization's services.

Work Environment

The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling, some stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally the job requires 90% sitting, 5% walking, 5% standing. This job is performed in a generally clean and healthy environment.

Education and Experience Requirements

Experience: Job related experience with increasing levels of responsibility is desired.

Education: High School diploma or equivalent.

Equivalency: None specified

Position Information

FLSA Status: Non Exempt

Approval Date: (Not specified in document)

Pay Grade: (Not specified in document)

Required Testing, Certificates and Licenses

Required Testing:

• None Specified

Certificates and Licenses:

• None Specified

Continuing Education and Training:

• None Specified

Clearances:

• Criminal Justice Background Clearance
• WA State Sexual Misconduct Disclosure Release

Capital Region ESD 113 is an Equal Opportunity Employer