Office Administrator/Receptionist

Company Overview Edison College Canada is a Designated Private Career College. Established in 1973, formerly known as ‘Victoria College of Art’, we are one of the oldest and largest institutions serving the Island community by offering programs in Healthcare, Business and Arts. As we head into our 50th year of operations, and given the unforeseen and challenging situations we have encountered over the past 2 years, the need of the hour required us to step up and assist our community by offering training in areas that are severely hit with acute shortage of trained workers. Edison College Canada is looking for a dedicated individual to join our Admin team team as an Office Administrator/ Receptionist. Reporting to the College Director, this position is a primary point of contact for prospective students, disseminating information about the college, its programs, and admission processes. The incumbent will be contributing to the growth of our student enrolment by managing leads and personally developing the pipeline by supporting, interviewing, and encouraging qualified students to study at Edison College Canada. The ideal candidate for this position is described as enthusiastic, ambitious, and results-oriented – with a track record of meeting and exceeding sales targets. Duties And Responsibilities Greet and welcome visitors in a courteous and professional manner. Answer, screen, and forward incoming phone calls, providing information as needed. Manage and maintain the reception area, ensuring cleanliness and organization. Handle student inquiries and direct them to the appropriate department or staff member. Coordinate and schedule appointments for meetings, interviews, and other events. Assist in administrative tasks, such as sorting and distributing mail, and maintaining records. Monitor and maintain office supplies inventory. Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent; additional qualifications in office administration are a plus. 1-2 years proven experience as a receptionist or in a similar role. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Strong organizational and multitasking abilities. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel). Professional demeanor with strong customer service skills. Ability to handle a busy front desk and manage various tasks simultaneously. Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures. Advanced knowledge of an Admission process within a post-secondary environment demonstrating knowledge of Admission criteria, policies and procedures. Excellent communication skills. Experience in working with a private college setting will be an asset. Work Location: In person.

The role serves as the primary point of contact for prospective students, managing inquiries and the admissions pipeline to drive enrollment. Key duties include greeting visitors, managing phone calls, and providing general administrative support to the college.

Candidates must have a high school diploma and 1-2 years of experience as a receptionist or in a similar administrative role. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and knowledge of post-secondary admission processes are highly desired.

• Customer servicePreferred

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• Reception
• Office Administration
• Customer Service
• Microsoft Office Suite
• Communication Skills
• Multitasking
• Lead Management
• Appointment Scheduling
• Clerical Procedures
• Student Admissions

• Administrative
• Education
• Customer Service & Support
• Sales

Minimum education

High school

Minimum experience

0+ years

Apply by

Sep 19, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week

Seniority

Entry level