Part-Time Receptionist (8 AM to 4 PM)

COGIR Real Estate; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Cogir Senior Living is seeking a Receptionist to join on-site operations. You will answer calls, greet visitors, manage mail, and coordinate packages and meeting room bookings.

The role requires a polished telephone manner, strong organization, and the ability to handle multiple tasks with deadlines. You will work under on-site management and contribute to a welcoming, efficient front-desk environment while upholding Cogir's values and ethics.

Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal, oral and written communication skills.
• Previous reception experience is an asset.
• Professional and polished telephone manner is required.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks, work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Email).

Responsibilities

• Answer all incoming calls in a positive, professional manner.
• Redirect calls and take clear messages when needed.
• Greet, assist and direct all visitors.
• Sort and deliver internal mail.
• Stamp, deliver and maintain mail machine for external mail.
• Prepare packages and arrange courier pickup.
• Arrange meeting room schedules and bookings.
• Update phone and distribution lists.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and well-organized reception area.
• Assist with small admin projects as required.
• Complete other duties as assigned.
• Uphold and promote the organization's values and ethics.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Reception experience

Telephone manners

Multitasking under pressure

Organization and attention to detail

Education

Microsoft Office proficiency

Job description

Description

Wage per hour

$18.70Cogir Senior Living manages retirement residences across the country. We offer a range of senior living options including independent living, assisted living and memory care.For over 25 years, we have dedicated every day to the happiness of retirees.

Human Focus – Creativity - Excellence

We’re seeking individuals with a purpose and passion for life and who are looking for meaningful work that will make a real difference. Join our team today!Reporting to on site Management, the Receptionist will respond to all incoming calls, greet and direct all visitors, answering inquiries in a positive and professional manner.

Key Responsibilities

• To answer all incoming calls, and respond to caller's inquiries in a positive, professional manner;
• To redirect calls as appropriate and take clear, concise messages when required;
• To greet, assist and direct all visitors;
• To pick up and sort internal mail;
• To stamp, deliver and maintain mail machine for external mail;
• To prepare packages and arrange courier pick up;
• To arrange meeting room schedule and bookings;
• To update phone and distribution lists;
• To maintain a clean, safe, fully stocked and well organized reception area;
• To assist with small projects as required by other administrative support (i.e. labels, bulk mailing, etc.);
• To complete other duties as assigned;
• To uphold and promote the organization's values and philosophy relating particularly to ethics, morality, and integrity.

Qualifications

• Above average interpersonal, oral and written communication skills;
• Previous experience in reception is considered an asset;
• Must exhibit professional and polished telephone manner;
• Ability to handle multiple tasks at once, work under pressure, and meet deadlines;
• Highly organized and detail focused;
• Expertise in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, E-Mail)

Cogir is committed to ensuring that all employment practices are inclusive. As an organization we are committed to providing and arranging accommodation for candidates upon request.