RECEPTIONIST-OFFICE CLERK

(Permanent/full time)

Wilp Wilxo‚Äôoskwhl Nisga‚Äôa Institute (WWNI) is seeking applications for the position of Receptionist-Office Clerk.  This position is responsible for providing a variety of receptionist and office clerk duties:

Duties and Responsibilities:

1.       Answers multi-line phone system and directs calls to appropriate person    or department.

2.       Processes and assists with incoming and outgoing facsimiles, mail, courier, and freight and maintains documentation record.

3.       Maintains operation of the reception area in an efficient and organized manner.

4.       Uses courteous and professional manner to all callers and visitors, and answers general inquiries from the public, instructors and students.

5.       Upon approval maintains and orders office and coffee room supplies.

6.       Ensures photocopier is replenished and maintains other office equipment including telephone system, and request repairs when required.

7.       Provides assistance when required for WWNI Board, Staff, and Faculty.

8.       Preparation of correspondence: memos, reports, articles, and etc.

9.       Maintains Library and library hours of operation.

10.     Maintains inventory records.

11.     Assists with special projects or special events

12.     Demonstrate verbal and written communication skills including forwarding email inquiries promptly to appropriate staff.

13.     Maintains confidentiality pertaining to all WWNI information systems.

Qualifications:

1.       Office Administration or Technology Certificate preferred and minimum 3 years‚Äô experience or a combination of education/work experience

2.       Knowledge of general office procedures, word processing equipment, Microsoft Office Suite, switchboard, photocopier, facsimile, printers, etc.

3.       Knowledge of Business etiquette and business correspondence

4.       Exceptional interpersonal and demonstrate strong oral and written and communication skills

5.       Ability to take direction and work independently

6.       Have a valid B.C. Driver‚Äôs License

Forward Resume and Cover Letter including supporting documentation and two supervisor references to:          Kathryn Kervel, WWNI Executive Secretary

Closing Date: Monday February 6, 2012                      

Thank you for your interest, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.