Ministry of Education Looking for RECEPTIONIST at London, ON Full Time

OPS Commitment to Diversity, Inclusion, Accessibility, and Anti-Racism:

We are committed to build a workforce that reflects the communities we serve and to promote a diverse, anti-racist, inclusive, accessible, merit-based, respectful and equitable workplace.

We invite all interested individuals to apply and encourage applications from people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black, and racialized individuals, as well as people from a diversity of ethnic and cultural origins, sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions.

Visit the OPS Anti-Racism Policy and the OPS Diversity and Inclusion Blueprint pages to learn more about the OPS commitment to advance racial equity, accessibility, diversity, and inclusion in the public service.

We offer employment accommodation across the recruitment process and all aspects of employment consistent with the requirements of Ontario’s Human Rights Code. Refer to the “How to apply” section if you require a disability-related accommodation.

What can I expect to do in this role?

Administrative skills:

• You are familiar with office practices and administrative procedures and guidelines.
• You can provide clerical and reception support (e.g. responding to calls, directing visitors, filing).

How do I qualify?

Communication skills:

• You have the ability to communicate proficiently in American Sign Language (ASL) is preferred or willingness to obtain.
• You can communicate effectively with the public, parents, students, and staff to respond to inquiries and exchange information.
• You exercise tact and diplomacy when communicating with callers and visitors.
• You can prepare routine correspondence and respond to written inquiries.

Problem-solving and organizational skills:

• You can look-up information to provide accurate responses and information to inquiries.
• You can prioritize different tasks and ensure work is completed on time.
• You have good attention to detail to identify errors.

Computer and office equipment skills:

• You can operate a computerized telephone switchboard.
• You can use office equipment such as photocopiers, fax machines, printers, and metering and mailing equipment.
• You are proficient with standard computer software (e.g., Word, Excel, Outlook).

Additional Information:

• In accordance with the Ontario Public Service (OPS), Employment Screening Checks Policy (ESCP), the top candidate(s) may be required to undergo a security screening check. Refer to the above to determine the screening checks that are required for this position.

  Required security screening checks along with your written consent, will be sent to the Transition and Security Office (TSO), Corporate Talent Programs Branch, Talent and Leadership Division to evaluate the results. If applicable, the TSO, with your written consent, will request and obtain any additional employment screening checks that were not obtained directly by you.

  A record under the Criminal Code and/or other federal offence record(s) does not automatically mean you will be ineligible for the position. The employment screening check(s) will only be reviewed and evaluated by the TSO for the purpose of making a security clearance decision. The details of an individual’s employment screening check(s) will be considered in specific relation to the duties and responsibilities of the position being filled. Employment screening check records will be maintained by the TSO and kept strictly confidential.