Receptionist – Short Term Coverage
- Edmonton, AB, Canada
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We are actively recruiting temporary receptionists to support various locations with immediate, short term, administrative coverage needs. Work environments vary in size and pace, so we are seeking flexible, kind, and caring individuals who can provide essential front-desk and administrative support.
About the Role As a Receptionist, you will be the first point of contact for visitors, staff, and callers. The environment is fast-paced, requiring strong multitasking skills and a warm, professional demeanor.
Key Responsibilities
- Answering and directing phone calls, including handling inquiries and messages
- Greeting and screening visitors before allowing entry
- Assisting with general inquiries and minor first-aid tasks (e.g., providing ice packs, making calls as needed)
- Performing basic administrative tasks such as data entry, preparing letters, and managing Excel documents
- Using PowerSchool for attendance and records (training provided)
- Supporting staff with general office duties
What We’re Looking For
- Strong communication and organizational skills
- Adaptability and patience in a busy front-desk environment
- Ability to manage a high volume of phone calls and walk-in inquiries
- Basic administrative skills (Microsoft Office, data entry)
- Prior experience in reception or administration is required
- Ability to obtain a Vulnerable Sector Check
If you are available immediately and eager to step into a fast-paced receptionist role, please apply today!
David Aplin & Associates Inc., operating as Aplin, and its associated brands, CompuStaff and Impact Recruitment, is an award-winning employment agency connecting diverse, top-tier talent with exceptional organizations across North America. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and charge no fees to apply or engage with our recruiters. Our clients partner with us to help expand and diversify their teams. Please note that all applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada, including holding any necessary work permits.
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Responsibilities
The Receptionist at Aplin will answer and direct calls, greet and screen visitors, and handle basic admin tasks like data entry, letters and Excel. They will also give minor first aid help and support staff with general office duties.
Requirements
Candidates need prior reception or administration experience, strong communication and organization skills, and basic Microsoft Office skills. They must be able to obtain a Vulnerable Sector Check and be available immediately.
Skills
- Telephone handling
- Visitor screening
- Data entry
- Microsoft Office
- Microsoft Excel
- PowerSchool
- Letter preparation
- Basic first aid
- Multitasking
- Communication
- Organization
- Customer service
- Office administration
- Staff support
Categories
- Administrative
- Customer Service & Support
- Human Resources
Keywords
- receptionist
- front desk
- administrative assistant
- temporary receptionist
- contract receptionist
- short term coverage
- phone reception
- visitor screening
- data entry
- Microsoft Office
- Excel
- PowerSchool
- first aid
- office administration
- vulnerable sector check
- customer service
Seniority
Entry level
Tools
- Microsoft Office
- Excel
- PowerSchool