Part-time Receptionist - Corporate Office, Halifax, NS

KILLAM PROPERTIES INC. • Halifax, NS

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Killam Apartment REIT, based in Halifax, Nova Scotia, is one of Canada's largest residential real estate investment trusts, owning, operating, and developing a $5.3 billion portfolio of apartments and manufactured home communities. Killam's strategy to drive value and profitability focuses on three priorities: (1) increase earnings from the existing portfolio; (2) expand the portfolio and diversify geographically through accretive acquisitions, targeting newer properties and dispositions of non-core assets; and (3) develop high-quality properties in its core markets. We are currently searching for an experienced and customer focused Receptionist to support our Corporate Office in Halifax, Monday to Friday, 1pm-5pm (20 hours per week). Hours are not flexible. This role would be ideal for someone who prefers part-time hours but has some flexibility to take on additional hours from time to time. This individual will play a key role in the delivery of quality customer service to existing tenants, prospective tenants, business partners and staff.

Requirements

• 2+ years of reception or professional customer service experience;
• Proven communication skills, both written and oral;
• Warm and welcoming demeanor;
• Strong attention to detail and multi-tasking abilities;
• Excellent computer skills with specific proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Outlook & Word

Nice To Haves

• Completion of an Administration diploma is preferred;
• Flexibility with schedule to cover vacation time, etc.

Responsibilities

• Afternoon shift, Monday to Friday (1pm-5pm);
• Answering and directing incoming calls;
• Welcoming and assisting walk-in guests;
• Maintaining a clean and safe lobby area;
• Processing payments;
• Ordering and maintaining office supplies;
• Arranging for office equipment service;
• Maintaining the condition of meeting rooms;
• Preparing and distributing mail/courier packages;
• Maintaining electronic calendars and contact files;
• Assist with other office duties as required.

Benefits

• A competitive salary commensurate with skills and experience;
• An annual incentive program;
• A cost shared health and dental plan;
• Paid volunteer days;
• An employee unit purchase plan;
• Employer funded Employee and Family Assistance Program;
• Discounts at local businesses through our Perks Program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree