Receptionist

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Dryden Native Friendship Centre

Receptionist

Dryden Native Friendship Centre is currently accepting applications for a Full Time Receptionist –Contract. In collaboration with Receptionist, this position is responsible for greeting guests to the Dryden Native Friendship Centre, performing a variety of clerical duties, and maintaining office supplies.

SCHEDULE:

Regular full-time hours. Monday – Friday 8:30am – 4:30pm, 35 hours per week. Some flexibility to meet program needs.

JOB DUTIES INCLUDE BUT IS NOT LIMITED TO:

• Greeting Visitors/ Clients and alerting the relevant staff of the arrival;

• Answer the phone, providing general information appropriately, and transferring calls as required

• Process Mail & Faxes, distributing accordingly.

• Maintain established tracking systems.

• Maintain Hall/Vehicle Rental Schedule;

• Assist with Event Coordination & Hall Set-up as required.

• Database input and maintenance of DNFC internal tracking logs; e.g., Guest sign-in, Computer usage log, etc.

• Perform monthly reporting of data

• Maintain inventory of essential office supplies, kitchen essentials and cleaning supplies;

• Complete purchasing process as required.

• Assist with file management system, including establishing & maintaining easily accessible filing system in area of responsibility.

• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Grade 12 High School Diploma or equivalent

• 1-2 years’ experience in an administrative position, customer service, clerical position, or equivalent.

• Secondary education in Administration is an asset

• An acceptable Criminal Reference Check will be a condition of employment

• Ability to speak and understand Ojibway or Oji-Cree, is an asset.

• Experience working with Indigenous people and communities is an asset

• Excellent customer service skills

• Knowledge and experience with filing systems

• Knowledge of Microsoft Suite

• Excellent organizational skills and ability to meet deadlines

• Good decision making and problem-solving capabilities

• Experience with data management

• Excellent collaboration skills

• Good interpersonal skills

• Excellent communication skills – verbal and written

• Good digital skills – ability to use a printer, a computer, and digital filing systems

• Experience with fax machines is an asset

• Ability to work with minimal supervision

• Experience with purchase orders is an asset

• Experience with information management is an asset

WORK CONDITIONS & REMUNERATION:

• Working in a shared office environment

• $23.00 per hour remuneration

QUALIFIED APPLICANTS MAY SEND THEIR RESUME AND COVER LETTER WITH 3 EMPLOYMENT REFERENCES AND PERMISSION TO CONTACT TO:

Hiring Committee; Dryden Native Friendship Centre

74 Queen Street, Dryden ON P8N 1A4

Fax: (807) 223-6275 | Email:  hr@dnfconline.org

CLOSING DATE: Open Until Filled

DNFC is an equal opportunity employer, and we welcome and encourage all persons to apply. Anyone needing accommodations at any time during the hiring process, please inform Human Resources and every reasonable attempt to accommodate you will be made.

***** Only those deemed qualified will be contacted for an interview *****