Front Desk Agent - Oakville, Canada - Sheridan College - Campus Living Centres

Description

*Must be willing to work rotating shifts including days (7am-3pm), afternoons (3pm-11pm) and nights (11pm-7am)

The Residence Services Representative is responsible for maintaining student and guest satisfaction at all times.

They must be able to listen and understand the needs of guests and students and deliver the appropriate level of service to meet their satisfaction.

The Residence Services Representative will work out of the front desk of the residence and have a high level of interaction with students and guests.

Essential Functions and Basic Duties

• Demonstrate a high degree of customer service
• Be able to use Campus Living Centres computer software
• Be able to handle cash, and other forms of payments
• Make key cards and know how to access and use building keys appropriately and responsibly
• Maintain video surveillance and ensure that cameras are recording at all times
• Produce assigned front office reports and tasks
• Communicate pertinent information between staff
• Know how to handle phone calls with patience and decorum
• Respect student and guest privacy
• Knowledge of emergency procedures
• Knowledge of Residence Life procedures
• Know who to contact for various situations
• Ensure the room status is updated from the housekeeping department
• Handle in a professional manner; reservations, checkins, Checkouts, and account settlement
• Maintain the appearance of the desk, lobby and office area at all times
• Understanding of building departments, including maintenance and housekeeping
• Any other duties as assigned

Health & Safety

• Works in compliance with the provisions of the OHSA, regulations and internal policies and procedures and reports any contraventions to their supervisor
• Uses or wears the equipment, protective devices or clothing that Campus Living Centres requires
• Reports to the appropriate supervisor(s) any hazards, missing or defective equipment or protective device which could endanger any person
• Does not engaging in any prank, contest, feat of strength, unnecessary running or rough and boisterous conduct
• Reports any risks or potential risks of violence or harassment encountered in the workplace immediately to supervisor
• Knows, understands and implements safe work practices and procedures and employs established rules and procedures for handling materials, equipment and processes (eg. Reporting unlabelled containers, using proper lifting techniques, etc.)
• Requests that worn out or defective equipment be replaced, when appropriate
• Uses equipment and materials only in the manner intended
• Reports any injuries, incidents and unusual conditions immediately to supervisor
• Inspects the work area and equipment daily and reports any hazards immediately to supervisor
• Attends all required health and safety training programs (e.g. WHMIS, orientation), and applies knowledge to daily operating procedures at Campus Living Centres

Performance Measurements
Performance will be primarily measured on the following factors:

• Initiative
• Inter-Personal Skills
• Customer Service
• Reliability
• Skill & Knowledge
• Quality of Desired Results
• Adaptability & Flexibility
• Organizing & Planning
• Overall Performance

Qualifications

Education:
High School Diploma


Skills/Abilities:
Must possess superior verbal communication skills

Must possess superior customer service skills

Must possess superior positive attitude

Must be able to handle multiple projects at once

Experience Required:
Minimum of 1 year industry experience or customer service experience


Equal Opportunity Employer
It is Campus Living Centres policy to promote equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees.

Campus Living Centres does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, marital status or sexual orientation.

Campus Living Centres prohibits the harassment of any individual on any of the grounds listed above. This applies to all areas of employment including recruitment, hiring, training and promotion.


Job Types:
Full-time, Permanent


Schedule:

• Day shift
• Night shift

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

Experience:

- customer service: 1 year (preferred)


Work Location:
In person