Bilingual Receptionist

Bilingual Receptionist

AY3 Administrative Secretary 3

Regular/full-time

Sport, Culture, Heritage and Tourism

Bilingual Service Centres, Francophone Affairs Secretariat

St. Pierre-Jolys MB

Advertisement Number: 42484

Salary(s): AY3 $43,462.00 - $49,704.00 per year

Closing Date: March 24, 2024

The Manitoba government recognizes the importance of building an exemplary public service reflective of the citizens it serves, where diverse abilities, backgrounds, cultures, identities, languages and perspectives drives a high standard of service and innovation. The Manitoba government supports equitable employment practices and promotes representation of designated groups (women, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, visible minorities).

Employment Equity is a factor in selection for this competition. Consideration will be given to Indigenous people and persons with disabilities.

An eligibility list may be created for similar positions and will remain in effect until exhausted.

Candidates who do not meet all essential criteria may be considered on an underfill basis at a commensurate rate of pay.

The position is located 30 minutes south of Winnipeg.

The Francophone Affairs Secretariat is seeking a Bilingual Receptionist for the Bilingual Service Centre (BSC) in St-Pierre-Jolys. The BSC provides community access to government programs and services, which may include various municipal, provincial and federal programs.
The Manitoba government has a comprehensive benefits package which includes extended health care, health spending account, dental care, vision care, long term disability insurance, group life insurance, maternity/paternity leave, family related leave, and a defined pension plan (some pension plans allow for portability between the Civil Service Superannuation Board and employee.)
To be considered for this application, candidates must submit a resume and a cover letter.

Conditions of Employment:

• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada

• Must provide a satisfactory Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector
• Must provide a satisfactory Child Abuse Registry Check
• Must provide a satisfactory Adult Abuse Registry Check
• Must be able to communicate fluently (verbal and written) in English and French

Qualifications:
Essential:

• Experience providing secretarial and administrative support including reception duties.
• Excellent verbal communication skills in French.
• Excellent verbal communication skills in English.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to maintain good working relationships with colleagues and the public.
• Strong attention to detail with a high degree of accuracy.
• Ability to exercise good judgement in response to various situations.
• Ability to handle highly sensitive material and information in a confidential and professional manner.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to perform tasks effectively in an environment with competing demands.
• Strong written communication skills in French.
• Strong written communication skills in English.
• Experience working with Microsoft Office programs, including Word, Excel and Outlook or similar software application.

• Experience or knowledge of SAP modules.

Duties:
The Bilingual Receptionist acts as the first point of contact for the general public seeking information or access to government programs, including responding to electronic, in person, and telephone inquiries in both official languages. The Receptionist also provides technical assistance to the clients on the use of public access computers, as well as administrative support to internal staff.

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We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

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