Join Beacon Community Services as the Office Administrator and play a key role in supporting the day-to-day operations of the SHOAL community centre. This is an exciting opportunity to use your organizational and communication skills to create a welcoming environment for clients, volunteers, and staff. You will manage bookings, coordinate volunteers, and provide administrative support across a variety of programs and services. You will also be the go-to person for the new database systems. If you thrive in a dynamic setting and enjoy helping others, apply today
Benefits Include:
- Making a difference in people's lives every day
- Comprehensive extended Health and Dental
- Municipal Pension Plan with employer contributions
- Generous paid leave
Days/Hours of Work: Tuesday to Friday 8:00 am – 4:00 pm, Saturday – 9:00 am to 5:00 pm (37.5 hours per week)
Closing Date: Applications will be accepted until July 7, 2025, at noon. In-person interviews will take place on July 10, 2025
POSITION SUMMARY:
Reporting to the Manager of the SHOAL Community Centre, the SHOAL Office Administrator plays a vital role in supporting the day-to-day operations of the SHOAL Activity Centre. This position is responsible for providing high-quality administrative, clerical, and database support to staff, volunteers, and program participants. The role is essential to fostering a welcoming and organized environment that supports community programs and services. The Office Administrator upholds Beacon Community Services’ values by demonstrating professionalism, strong interpersonal skills, and a commitment to service excellence.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Customer Service & Front Desk Support
- Welcome and assist all visitors, members, and clients, modelling exceptional customer service
- Respond to general inquiries in person, by phone, or by email in a timely and professional manner
- Open and/or close the Centre daily and complete cash-out procedures
- Support clients and volunteers with membership, registration, drop-in fees, rentals, and meal card transactions
Volunteer Coordination
- Oversee scheduling and coverage for the receptionist and Tuck Shop volunteers
- Train, orient, and provide ongoing support to new office staff and volunteers
Facility & Calendar Management
- Maintain activity centre calendars
- Notify participants and staff of booking details and changes.
- Ensure the SHOAL center is prepared and organized for the next day’s programs and events.
Administrative & Office Support
- Organize, file, and maintain physical and digital documents.
- Order office supplies and manage inventory
- Assist with office software use and troubleshoot basic technical issues
- Draft internal communications, prepare promotional materials, and contribute content for Beacon’s internal and external communications
Database & System Management
- Support staff, volunteers, and clients with the recreation centre database, client database, or other software that supports the operations of the centre
- Maintain and update database information, track transactions, and generate reports as required
Program & Event Support
- Collaborate with the Activity Centre Coordinator and other staff in the planning and delivery of programs and events.
- Support the development and implementation of administrative procedures and policies for recreation services.
Health, Safety & Emergency Response
- Act as First Aid First Responder for SHOAL, including Assisted Living
- Maintain first aid supplies
- Serve as the SHOAL’s Joint Occupational Health and Safety Committee representative, ensuring compliance with safety protocols
- Follow safe work procedures and report hazards, injuries, and equipment malfunctions
- Perform other related duties as assigned to support SHOAL operations
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
- Post-secondary training in office administration, recreation management, or a related field preferred.
- 2 years of administrative experience in a fast-paced, customer service-oriented environment.
- First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain) is required.
SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
- Excellent interpersonal skills with a strong customer service orientation
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
- Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively
- Comfortable working independently and collaboratively as part of a team
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and database systems
- Strong attention to detail with the ability to track and manage information accurately
- Ability to troubleshoot basic office technology issues
- Ability to exercise sound judgment and maintain confidentiality
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Beacon Community Services serves vulnerable populations, including seniors, people with disabilities and children. Protecting these people and our teams on whom they rely is critical to us. Accordingly:
- All successful applicants must consent to a Solicitor General’s Criminal Record Check.
- All successful applicants are required to disclose their COVID-19 vaccination status upon hire. Depending on future public health developments, Beacon may implement a vaccination requirement as a condition of ongoing employment for all our workplaces.
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