Receptionist – On Call

Northwest Employment Works; Fort Frances; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization in Fort Frances is seeking an On-Call Receptionist to handle office administration duties. The successful candidate will be the first point of contact for clients and community members, responsible for greeting visitors and performing various clerical tasks. Candidates should have a Grade 12 diploma and relevant experience in an administrative role, with strong proficiency in Microsoft Office. This position offers a great opportunity to contribute to community services and be involved in key administrative processes.

Benefits

Accommodations available for applicants with disabilities

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience in an administrative environment.
• Ability to accept direction and work with minimal supervision.
• General knowledge of community services and traditions.

Responsibilities

• Greet clients and band members as the first point of contact.
• Operate the telephone system and manage calls.
• Perform clerical duties and assist the HR team.

Skills

Organizational skills

English proficiency

Clerical skills

Customer service

Education

Ontario Secondary School Diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Receptionist – On Call

Job Category:Couchiching First Nation
Job Type:Full Time
Job Location:Fort Frances

The Receptionist is responsible for the overall general office administration of the band and is the front-line employee who greets clients, community members and guests.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Greet employees and band members entering the office as their first point of contact, direct them to the appropriate contacts or services provide general information either in person or by phone.
• Perform clerical duties.
• Process purchasing orders as well as handle the cheque process.
• Operate a telephone system or switchboard to answer, screen and forward telephone calls, take messages and provide information as required.
• Place orders to required supplies for the band office.
• Maintain an active list of current employees, telephone numbers and extensions to properly route calls.
• Receiving, sorting distributing and dispatching daily mail.
• Also, handling printing, photocopying and faxing.
• Assisting the HR team.
• All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Ontario Secondary School Diploma (Grade 12) plus 3 year experience in an administrative environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Knowledge and demonstrated ability of office procedures and office equipment.
• Ability to accept direction and work with minimal supervision.
• Demonstrated knowledge of English spelling, grammar and composition.
• Excellent organizational and administrative skills.
• General knowledge of community services, customs and traditions.
• Lastly, ability to accept direction and work with minimal supervision.

Conditions of Employment:

• Successful completion of a Criminal Record Check
• Acknowledgement and agreement to all CFN Policies, Procedures and Guidelines upon hire.

How to Apply:
Applicants should include their resume, cover letter and 3 references. References must include three employment-related references as well as written permission to contact those references. You can submit your application toCouchiching First NationHuman Resources by email, mail, or in person.

By Email:[e-mail]

Postal mail, or in person at:
Human Resources
Couchiching First Nation
RMB 2027, RR2
Fort Frances, Ontario
P9A 3M3

We will give first preference to all suitable, qualified Couchiching Band members.
We appreciate all applicants; however, we will contact only those selected for an interview.
Also, we will return all late applications unopened.
Additionally, we will return all incomplete applications to the applicant.
CFN welcomes applicants from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request.
For candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

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