Receptionist 1 (Temporary)

The City of Courtenay invites applications for the part-time position of "Receptionist 1” in the Recreation Facilities Operation Division of the Recreation, Culture & Community Services Department. This is a union position and is subject to the terms and conditions outlined in the current Collective Agreement between the City and CUPE Local 556.

Primary responsibilities include reception duties for the general public and facility users regarding community and recreation services and programs, and providing clerical support to office and program staff.

Minimum qualifications include:

• 1 year of post-secondary Business Technology or Administration, or equivalent combination of education and experience;
• Current Criminal Record Clearance;
• Current First Aid Standard Level - Industry and CPR Level C;
• Some (2 years) receptionist, clerical, and cash-handling experience;
• Proficiency in Active Net recreation software;
• Considerable knowledge in the operation of various office equipment and office software programs;
• Some knowledge in basic bookkeeping principles and practices;
• Strong customer service, interpersonal, organizational, communication, time management, computer and keyboarding skills;
• Ability to effectively multi-task;
• Ability to deal with public in a courteous and tactful manner;
• Ability to work well as part of a team and independently or occasionally work alone without supervision;
• Ability to carry out the physical demands of the job;
• Sound work ethics.

This is a temporary part-time position consisting of a minimum of 21 hours each week. Hours of work will include a combination of regularly and irregularly scheduled shifts at both Filberg and Lewis Centres and may include days, evenings and weekends. The 2024 hourly wage rate is $32.49.  Temporary position anticipated to be twelve to eighteen months or upon the return of the incumbent.

If you have the qualifications along with the passion to help Courtenay be the most livable City in British Columbia, then submit a resume outlining how you meet the qualifications with a covering letter clearly marked “Application:  Temporary Receptionist 1”.  Submit your application by clicking on the “Apply” button below.

We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those short listed will be contacted.

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