Posted 16 days ago
Receptionist – Short Term Coverage
@ Aplin
Edmonton, Alberta
Overview
Aplin is recruiting short-term contract receptionists to cover front-desk and administrative needs at various locations. The role involves answering phones, greeting visitors, basic admin and data entry, and PowerSchool records, with a Vulnerable Sector Check required.
Responsibilities:
- Answer and direct phone calls, handle inquiries and messages
- Greet and screen visitors before entry
- Provide minor first aid and general inquiry support
- Perform data entry, letters and Excel tasks
- Maintain attendance and records in PowerSchool
Requirements summary:
- Prior reception or administration experience required
- Strong communication and organizational skills
- Basic Microsoft Office and data entry skills
- Able to manage high call and walk-in volume
- Able to obtain a Vulnerable Sector Check
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Source and dates
Employer career site / ATS feed · careerpage
- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-22
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-22
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-22
These dates describe the source record, not a live verification that the employer is still hiring. Check the original posting.
Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Administrative |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Office, Client sites |
| Position | Mostly standing |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer moderate |
| Background checks | vulnerable sector |
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Aplin
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 843 |
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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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