Receptionist / Purchasing Clerk

Position Type :

Secretarial / Clerical / Secretary - 12-Months

Date Posted : 7 / 23 / 2025

Location :

West Harvey-Dixmoor 147 Administrative Offices

Date Available : ASAP

Closing Date : 08 / 06 / 2025

District :

West Harvey-Dixmoor School District #147

JOB TITLE : RECEPTIONIST / PURCHASING CLERK

REPORTS TO : Superintendent and Chief School Business Official / CSBO

QUALIFICATIONS :

• High School Diploma or Associate Degree.
• Ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively with others, demonstrate self-discipline and initiative, as well as follow state, federal, and district guidelines / procedures.
• Experience with district data systems such as Infinite Vision. Or a related field. Ability to collect and analyze data from a variety of sources.
• Possess skills in bookkeeping procedures, filing, and general clerical duties. Demonstrate written and oral communication skills.
• Shall be capable of processing confidential information and maintaining confidentiality. Skilled in technology and proficient in Microsoft Office applications-Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Google Platform, etc.
• Ability to communicate effectively and accurately, both orally and in written form.
• Ability to work independently, stay on task, multitask, and take responsibility to complete assigned projects and reports in a timely and efficient manner.
• Capable of processing confidential information and maintaining confidentiality.
• Health examination for new employees part-time or full-time :
• Chapter 122 Article 24-5 of Illinois School Code mandates that School boards shall require of new employees evidence of physical fitness to perform duties assigned and freedom from communicable disease, including tuberculosis. Such evidence shall consist of a physical examination and a tuberculin test and, if appropriate, an x-ray. The cost of such examination shall rest with the employee.
• Must have a physical examination prior to employment.
• Must pass a comprehensive drug screening.
• Must pass a comprehensive criminal background check.

JOB GOAL : The Receptionist / Purchasing Clerk is responsible for greeting and communicating with staff, parents, community members, and all guests. The Receptionist / Purchasing Clerk performs all procurement functions necessary for the school district and manages outside suppliers, working closely with accounting staff.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES :

PURCHASING CLERK :

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT : Confidential, 12-month position

EVALUATION : Evaluated annually by the Chief School Business Official and Superintendent.

SALARY : Compensation commensurate with experience and approved by the Board of Education.