Student Receptionist

University of Niagara Falls Canada; Niagara Falls; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Niagara Falls Canada seeks a Student Receptionist to be the first point of contact at the Operations and Facilities front desk. This part-time role involves administrative support, maintaining a welcoming environment, and assisting students, staff, and visitors with inquiries. Ideal candidates are current students with strong communication skills and a service-oriented approach.

Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal skills and a customer-service focused demeanor.
• Dependable and able to work independently.
• Organized and able to manage multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Provide general administrative support to the Operations and Facilities team.
• Maintain a professional presence at the front desk.
• Respond to inquiries, and assist with departmental initiatives and events.

Skills

Communication

Customer Service

Attention to Detail

Education

Currently enrolled as a student

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

About The Position

Location: Niagara Falls, Ontario, Canada (Onsite)

Work arrangement: Onsite 4th floor

Reports To: Operations and Facilities Manager

Reason for vacancy: New student, part -time position

Expected hiring salary range: $17.20 per hour

Primary Purpose

The Student Receptionist will serve as the first point of contact at the Operations and Facilities front desk, providing friendly, professional service to students, staff, and visitors. This role supports the day-to-day administrative needs of the department while contributing to a welcoming and organized environment.

Working Hours

Part-time hours during regular business operations, typically between 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., Monday to Friday. Flexibility to support occasional events or initiatives outside these hours may be requested.

Specific Responsibilities

• Provide general administrative support to the Operations and Facilities team and university staff at large.
• Maintain a professional and welcoming presence at the front desk, greeting and assisting all visitors, students, faculty and staff.
• Respond to in-person, telephone, and email inquiries, providing information or redirecting individuals to appropriate contacts as needed.
• Support departmental initiatives and events, including assisting with room/space set-ups and tear down, distributing materials, and assist with inspections
• Ensure the front desk, reception, collaboration area and kitchen are tidy, organized, and well-stocked with necessary materials.
• Perform other administrative and operational tasks as assigned by the Manager, Operations and Facilities or Senior Leadership team.
  
  

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled as a student at the University of Niagara Falls Canada.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Professional, courteous, and customer-service focused demeanor.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks with attention to detail.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Dependable, punctual, and able to work independently.
  
  

Use of AI Disclosure

University of Niagara Falls Canada (UNF), UNF is committed to a fair and transparent recruitment process. While AI tools assist us in identifying and communicating with candidates, applications are reviewed by our dedicated Talent Acquisition team to ensure a thorough evaluation of all candidates.

We value diversity and strive to create an inclusive environment where all individuals have an equal opportunity to succeed. We comply with all relevant laws and regulations in Ontario and adhere to the highest standards of ethical hiring. We are committed to protecting your personal information and ensuring that all data collected during the recruitment process is handled with the highest level of confidentiality.

Diversity, inclusion and equity

The University of Niagara Falls Canada (UNF) is strongly committed to equity, diversity, and inclusivity within its community and especially invites applications from all qualified candidates. Racialized persons / persons of color, women, Indigenous / Aboriginal People of North America, persons with disabilities, 2SLGBTQI+ persons, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas are encouraged to apply.

We recognize that applicants may have had obligations outside of work that have negatively impacted their record of achievements (e.g., parental, elder care, and/or medical). You are not required to disclose these obligations in the hiring process. If you choose to do so, UNF will ensure that these obligations do not negatively impact the assessment of your qualifications for the position.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.

We will accommodate the needs of the applicants and the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) throughout all stages of the selection process, please advise [e-mail] to ensure your accessibility needs are accommodated through this process. Information received relating to accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.

We appreciate all applications received; however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.