Receptionist, Cosmetology

Position: Receptionist, Cosmetology

Department: Workforce Development & Continuing Education

Type of Position: Part-time Temporary

Exemption Status: Non-Exempt

Work Schedule, Hours per week: 8:00 am to 1:30 pm on Wednesdays and Thursdays while the salon is in session, with additional hours as needed, 11 hours per week

Opportunity for hybrid schedule: No

Starting Salary Range:  $15.34-$18.61 and determined based on relevant years of work experience provided on application and resume.

Benefits Category

For Part‑time Temporary employees who have a more flexible schedule working less than 630 hours a year

• Tuition discount for JCCC courses
• More flexibility on scheduling

Additional Incentives:

• Free access to the Gym on campus for all employees and dependents
• Discount to the Hiersteiner Child Development Center
• Snow days
• Professional development funding and training opportunities
• Mentorship program
• Recognition and awards programs
• Employee wellness programs

Position Summary: Perform receptionist duties and office support tasks for the nail technology program while displaying excellent customer service. Assist with organizing and record keeping of supply inventory. Serve as backup to the Regnier Testing Center.

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Typically requires at least 1 year of related experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

To be considered for this position we will require an application, resume and cover letter.

*Unofficial transcripts are required for all Adjunct faculty and Faculty positions.

Position Details: Job duties include but are not limited to:

• Act as the first point of contact for students, staff, and clients entering the building, providing a welcoming and warm environment. 
• Greet, check in, and check out clients for salon and retail services in a friendly and professional manner. 
• Take payments from clients for services provided and issue receipts, following established payment policies and procedures. 
• Schedule client services, assist with changes and cancellations, and confirm appointments with clients. 
• Serve as customer service liaison to salon clients, answering questions about service offerings, prices, and availability. Address any concerns or complaints in a calm and professional manner, escalating issues as needed.
• Assist in training students as receptionists for the industry. Provide instruction in scheduling clients and telephone etiquette. Support faculty by providing students with accurate and necessary information to complete tasks. 
• Provide general office support, assisting with clerical duties, data entry, and related tasks. 
• Answer incoming calls and take messages, directing callers to the appropriate parties as necessary. Respond to email inquiries. 
• Accept deliveries and maintain a neat and orderly reception desk. 
• Assist classroom instructor with dispensing salon products. 
• Monitor supply inventory and notify appropriate personnel when ordering is needed. 
• Substitute at the Regnier Testing Center when additional coverage is needed. 

*Other duties as assigned.

About JCCC:

Established in 1969, Johnson County Community College is dedicated to transforming lives and strengthening communities through learning. Located in Overland Park, Kansas, JCCC has enjoyed a national reputation for educational excellence and student success for more than 50 years. That's five decades dedicated to smaller class sizes, more resources and a thriving campus culture – not to mention our competitive tuition rates and extracurricular experiences that transcend the norm.

Mission: JCCC inspires learning to transform lives and strengthen communities.

Vision: JCCC will be an innovative leader in equitable student access, learning and success

Equal Employment Opportunity:

JCCC provides equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals.  JCCC does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, national origin, ancestry, disability, age, religion, marital status, parental status, military status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or other factors that cannot be lawfully considered in its p