Receptionist / Vp of First Impressions

Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment? Are you looking to join a growing team with opportunities to advance your career? If your answer is yes, **Community Fire Prevention Ltd., **sounds like the place for you

**WHO ARE WE?**

Centrally located in Port Coquitlam, Community Fire Prevention Ltd., is a proud family owned and operated Canadian based business that has provided 35 years of fire prevention services to the Metro Vancouver area. We are a modern company with old-fashioned values and pride ourselves on being a trusted leader within the Fire Prevention industry. In addition to maintaining safe communities our core focus is to provide 'next-level' service through innovative solutions and meaningful connections. To achieve this, we rely heavily on our core values:
**_ People First, Wow Every Customer, Everything is Possible and Own it_**

Interested in learning more about our team? Check out our Instagram page

**THE OPPORTUNITY**:
We are currently looking for an ambitious and friendly** Receptionist / VP of First Impressions** to join our growing team In this role you will be responsible for managing our front switchboard and reception area, answering and directing calls and guests, handling mail/shipping needs, supplying and organizing office supplies, assisting with administrative tasks, and most importantly bringing a warm and friendly smile as the face/voice of our office.

Responsibilities of the **Receptionist / VP of First Impressions **include:

- Greet and direct incoming foot traffic as required
- Answer and direct all incoming calls
- Assist with administrative / clerical tasks as needed
- Order and organize office supplies as needed
- Assure readiness of the reception area for each working day
- Provide exceptional customer service to both internal and external customers
- Oversee maintenance of reception area and equipment
- Master multiple office systems including the phone system, boardroom technology, etc.
- Coordinates pick-up and delivery of all mail services (Canada Post, Couriers etc.)
- Responsible for the facilities day-to-day operations, such as sorting and distributing mail
- Liaise with facility management vendors, including cleaning, catering, and security services
- Handles requests efficiently and effectively for face to face and telephone interactions
- Adhere to and embrace the companies Core Values and Occupational Health and Safety protocols
- Other duties as they may arise.

**OUR IDEAL CANDIDATE**:

- Excellent telephone skills and office etiquette
- Takes initiative and Owns-It
- Stays flexible and organized
- Exceptional verbal, written and listening skills
- Confidently communicates clearly
- Proficient using computers for a variety of tasks
- Maintain a high level of discretion and ethical conduct
- Ability to prioritize requests effectively
- Warm and outgoing personality
- Team player
- Eager to learn and succeed
- 1-2 years experience as a receptionist or in a similar office administration type of role
- Knowledge of office administrator responsibilities, systems, and procedures
- Proficiency with MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook)
- High school diploma, or GED
- Prior experience with a routing/directing calls

**WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?**
- Competitive Salary with incentive structures
- On the job training and opportunity for company paid education
- Career growth and advancement opportunities
- A supportive and energetic work environment / family friendly culture
- Access to the ComFire Gym located in the Port Coquitlam office
- Company social events
- Benefits Package that includes extended medical, dental, life and AD&D, EAP, disability and vision care after three months
- Group RRSP with employer matching program after three months

**INTERESTED IN THE NEXT STEP TO JOIN US?**

If this opportunity sounds like the right fit for you, please submit your resume today.