Receptionist (part-time)

OPEN DATE:         Wednesday, October 8, 2025

CLOSING DATE:   4 pm Monday, October 20, 2025

DEPARTMENT:     Parks, Recreation & Culture

DIVISION:           Recreation

SECTION:             Administration

REPORTS TO:       Head Receptionist

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About The Organization:

Located on the upper Sunshine Coast of British Columbia within the traditional territory of the Tla'amin First Nation, Powell River offers a mix of urban and rural living in a naturally beautiful setting.  Surrounded by mountains, lakes, natural forest and the ocean, Powell River offers something for every outdoor recreation enthusiast.  Powell River has a vibrant Arts and Culture community and hosts world class festivals and events.  Whether you are hiking the Sunshine Coast Trail, taking in the International Kathaumixw Choral Festival, exploring our historic Townsite, or connecting with the world in your home office, Powell River is a great place to live, work and play.  Helpful websites: City of Powell River  Tourism Powell River 

JOB SUMMARY:

Provides customer service to Recreation Complex users by answering enquiries, performing transactions and processing registrations. Provides clerical support to administration staff.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ability to approach work and relationships in a culturally sensitive, inclusive manner
• Provides information to the general public
• Performs cash transactions and balances the cash at the end of the shift; prepares bank deposits
• Sells event tickets, transit passes and various retail items
• Processes admissions, ID cards, program registrations, and contracts
• Provides clerical support for program and administration staff including typing, data entry, filing, graphic layout, spreadsheet design and formatting
• Processes routine facility bookings
• Controls and monitors public access to facilities including sign-out and return of room keys
• Re-stocks office supplies and retail items and maintains inventory
• Acts as the designated first aid attendant for the Recreation Complex; administers first aid treatment to staff in accordance with Intermediate First Aid Certification standards
• Documents incidents, and maintains accurate first aid records
• Attends crew safety talks and required safety training; follows safe work procedures; reports hazards, injuries and near misses
• Maintains professional and technical requirements for the position
• Performs related duties as assigned

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School (Grade 12)
• W.H.M.I.S. Certificate
• Intermediate First Aid Certification
• A.E.D Training
• Ability to use a computer and standard office software with proficient keyboarding skills to complete routine administrative tasks
• Minimum typing speed of 35 words per minute
• Accredited training (3 months) in computer software and operating systems relevant to administrative support
• Up to date knowledge of the City’s Recreation specific computer applications, administrative systems and office technology as required
• Knowledge of Recreation Complex operational policies including Emergency Procedures

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:

• 6 months experience
• Or an equivalent combination of experience and education

PAY RATE:

This is a union position with the current pay rate of $29.99 per hour as outlined in the Canadian Union of Public Employees Local 798 Collective Agreement.

HOURS of WORK:

Varied schedule including early mornings, evenings, and weekends 

HOW to APPLY:

1. Complete the application below. NOTE: You must use your correct seniority date. After completing the questions, click Next.
2. Attach a cover letter and a resume as separate PDF or Word documents. This is a mandatory requirement of the application process. 
3. Attach copies of degrees, diplomas, and certifications if applicable in one single PDF or Word document.
4. IMPORTANT: Each applicant must use an email address unique to them.

Applicants may be required to participate in formal testing and interviews and to provide documentation to demonstrate and support their qualifications.

The City of Powell River is an equal opportunity employer.