Receptionist

Garden River First Nation

Office & Administration

POSTED: 1 day ago

Ketegaunseebee Garden River First Nation

16278

March 07, 2025

GARDEN RIVER FIRST NATION IS HIRING
In the spirit of our ancestors and our Treaty, we endeavour to conduct ourselves in a manner that is consistent with the Seven Grandfather Teachings given to us by the Creator. We envision a harmonious community that is built on mutual respect that maintains a healthy balance through prosperity and well-being. Through these actions we intend to create a self-sustaining community that fulfills the emotional, physical, mental and spiritual well-being of all members.

**Full-time Permanent**
Position: Receptionist
Starting Range: $18.87 - $20.56 (Pending Education & Experience)
Location: Administrative Building
Report to: Senior Manager/Executive Assistant

POSITION SUMMARY
The Receptionist is responsible for providing support services in both clerical and secretarial areas of the Administration and performs reception duties. The Receptionist functions within legislative requirements, regulations, policies and procedures and the Mission, Beliefs and Vision of the Garden River First Nation, and contributes to the accomplishment of the strategic priorities.

DUTIES
- Welcoming visitors by greeting them in person or on the telephone, answering or referring inquiries;
- Maintaining a safe and clean reception area and maintaining equipment;
- Receiving, sorting and distributing all incoming mail to the appropriate personnel;
- Monitoring fax machine for incoming faxes and sends outgoing faxes as needed;
- Filing of legal tiles;
- Filing of files;
- Scheduling of Appointments;
- Ensuring office is locked up before leaving for the day;
- Preparing travel/accommodations for Chief and Council;
- Assisting with clerical responsibilities with other departments as required;
- Performing other related duties as may be required and assigned.

- Required one-year college diploma in a related field;
- Required one-year related experience;
- Ability to use good judgement in assessing difficult situations;
- Flexibility required to keep pace with an ever-changing environment;
- Demonstrated sensitivity to and knowledge to the First Nation cultural values and traditions;
- Ability to be consistent and display a positive/helpful attitude;
- Willingness to accept changes in work practices and technology;
- Ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines;
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively as a member of a team;
- Excellent organizational skills, time management skills, interpersonal and communications skills, both oral and written;
- Excellent computer skills (including MS Word, Word Perfect, Excel, Internet, Email, Outlook);
- Ability to report for work as scheduled;
- Ability to attend work regularly;
- Must undergo a criminal record vulnerable sector check prior to employment (At Applicant Expense)