Receptionist

Receptionist

Communications

CUPE 2357 - Level 1 

*If you are a current OCSB employee, you must use your OCSB ATE account to apply to this vacancy.*

The OCSB is currently seeking a Receptionist at the  Board Office located at 570 W Hunt Club Rd, Nepean, ON K2G 3R4.

Why Work With The Ottawa Catholic School Board: The OCSB proudly serves over 50,000 students across 90+ work locations. We offer an education that respects all faiths' universal values and is grounded in Catholic principles. We foster innovation to inspire Deep Learning so that all can realize their full potential. We offer a collaborative work environment, fulfilling careers, and the opportunity to make a difference in our students' lives.

The OCSB is committed to equitable hiring, employment and promotion practices and is dedicated to an inclusive workforce that reflects the diversity of our students and our communities. The OCSB is actively seeking applications from Indigenous peoples, Black and racialized people, persons with disabilities, people from gender diverse communities and/or people with intersectional identities, as well as individuals who can contribute to continuous diversification of ideas.

The Ottawa Catholic School Board acknowledges that the land on which our schools are located is the traditional unceded territory of the Algonquin Anishnabek Peoples. We extend our respect to all First Nations, Inuit and Métis Peoples for their valuable past and present contributions to this land.

Job Description:

Reporting to the Assistant Manager of Communications, the Receptionist is the first point of contact for the Ottawa Catholic School Board (OCSB), providing professional, courteous, and efficient customer service to students, families, staff, community members, and external partners. The Receptionist manages front desk operations, incoming communications, courier logistics, and visitor services, and provides administrative support to the Communications Department when required, ensuring the effective day-to-day operation of the Board Office.

Required Qualifications:

• Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent.
• Minimum of one (1) year of recent experience in a reception, customer service, or administrative support role, preferably within a public sector or education environment.
• Experience operating a multi-line telephone system (e.g., Avaya or similar).
• Experience with office equipment
• Ability to learn new technologies and Board administrative systems.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Exceptional customer service and interpersonal skills and the ability to exercise tact and diplomacy.
• Strong organizational, time management, and multitasking abilities.
• Ability to prioritize work in a fast-paced environment with frequent interruptions.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• High degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Demonstrated professionalism, discretion, and confidentiality.
• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively as part of a team.

In addition, the following will be considered an asset:

• An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be considered
• Proficient in the Google applications

Annual  Salary: $47,924  - $51,399

How to Apply: All applications for the position must be submitted through the ApplytoEducation (ATE) platform  by 5:00 pm  on August 4, 2026. If you are currently an OCSB  Employee, please submit your application via your OCSB ATE account. Failure to complete this information may impact your eligibility to be considered.

Interviews: We thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Candidates are encouraged to check spam and junk mail boxes often for Board correspondence.

Reference Policy: We value your privacy. References will only be contacted if you are selected to move forward in the hiring process.

If you are not currently an OCSB employee, you will be required to provide an appropriate, original Vulnerable Sector Police Record Check dated within the last six months before you can commence employment.

Questions regarding the application process can be directed to hrstaffing@ocsb.ca . 

For assistance with ApplytoEducation, please contact ATE directly at info@applytoeducation.com or by phone at 1-877-900-5627.

AI may be utilized throughout the selection and recruitment process.

Pursuant to the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), if you require accommodations at any time throughout the application process, please contact the Human Resources Department via email at hrstaffing@ocsb.ca prior to the posting closing date so that appropriate arrangements can be made. 

Information Collection Authority and Purpose: Pursuant to the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (MFIPPA) and the Personal Health Information Protection Act (PHIPA) , personal information is collected under the statutory authority of Section 265(1)(d) of the Education Act , as amended. This information may be utilized for any or all of the primary administrative functions relating to the operational activities of the Ottawa Catholic School Board, including educational programs and services, student records, and interactions with Ministries of the Government of Ontario. The Board’s ‘ Notice of Collection Use and Disclosure ’, the ‘ Protection of Privacy Policy ’, and the supplementary document ‘ Privacy and Information Management of Personal Information’ are accessible on the Board’s website at www.ocsb.ca. Inquiries may be directed to the school Principal or to the Privacy Officer, Ottawa Catholic School Board, 570 West Hunt Club Road, Nepean, ON K2G 3R4. Contact information: 613-224-2222 | info@ocsb.ca .