Our Saskatoon branch is looking for a Temporary Receptionist for our Agriculture Division (John Deere). This position is responsible for general office duties and departmental assistance.
Duties & Responsibilities
- General office duties
- Respond to telephone, e-mail, and in-person inquiries from clients, candidates, and other parties
- Refer all inquiries to the appropriate individuals, divisions, or departments across the organization
- Type forms, letters, reports, and memos as necessary
- Receive and distribute all forms of paper correspondence
- Where necessary, assist in the compilation of data for various reports
- Coordinate the logistical aspects of departmental programs, such as meetings, seminars, workshops, special projects, and events
- Arrange and book meetings in boardrooms, off-site conference halls, and other locations; ensure the appropriate presentation equipment is there
- As a front-line worker, present a positive and professional image of the organization to all visitors, suppliers, inquiries, and other interactions
- Provide information to staff and / or clients about special activities
- Administer and manage inbound / outbound mail, including priority post, packages, courier services, and other correspondence
- Maintain the reception in a tidy and presentable manner
- Ensure the necessary office supplies are stocked and obtained at the best possible price
- Coordinate employee coveralls with the vendor of choice
- Other duties as assigned
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Required Skills
- Strong organizational skills are required
- Strong knowledge of general office procedures
- Ability to apply understanding to carry out instructions in written, verbal, or diagram form
- Superior telephone manners and strong interpersonal skills
- Superior telephone manners and strong interpersonal skills
- Strong written and verbal skills to communicate with all levels of the organization
Required Experience
- Experience working on a multi-line switchboard is considered an asset
- Must have working knowledge of MS Office
- Experience working on a multi-line switchboard is considered an asset
- High school diploma or GED, or an acceptable combination of education and experience
- 2-4 years of direct work experience in a receptionist capacity preferred
- Strong organizational skills are required
- Strong knowledge of general office procedures
- Ability to apply understanding to carry out instructions in written, verbal, or diagram form
- Superior telephone manners and strong interpersonal skills
- Superior telephone manners and strong interpersonal skills
- Strong written and verbal skills to communicate with all levels of the organization
10 days ago