Registrtion/Reception Clerk
Job Information
Place des Arts seeks a resourceful, self-directed, energetic person to join our team as a Registration/Reception Clerk. This is a permanent part time position, primarily for evening and weekend work.
Place des Arts is a non-profit society that has been operating a teaching arts centre since 1972. We believe art can and should be experienced, expressed and appreciated by all. In fact, it is our mission to inspire the artist in everyone. Place des Arts provides a multitude of opportunities for people to express themselves artistically. Through music, visual arts, dance, drama and the literary arts, we champion every age and ability. We are a teaching arts centre that also hosts a dynamic schedule of gallery exhibitions, concerts, and special events with three galleries and a gift shop that showcase a changing display of original works by local artists and artisans.
- Open and lock the building.
- Effectively communicate program information and policy to customers
- Provide consultation and registration services
- Sell tickets for programs and events and items from the gift shop and galleries
- Prepare cash, Interac and Visa/MasterCard deposits.
- Liaise with cleaning and maintenance contractors and faculty
- Maintain client account information (entering and updating contact information).
- Perform exhibition hosting duties, as required.
- Other duties as required.
- Excellent command of both written and spoken English. Working knowledge of another language that could include: French, Korean, Mandarin or Cantonese is an asset.
- Good knowledge of basic office procedures and good keyboard skills.
- Strong Microsoft Office suite skills.
- Experience using Active Network’s CLASS registration software is an asset.
- Ability to multi-task in a busy environment with a strong desire to provide exceptional customer service.
- Current First Aid and CPR certification is an asset
Please submit a cover letter, résumé and references by Sunday June 19, 2011 to 1120 Brunette Avenue, Coquitlam, BC, V3K 1G2 or by email to jobs@placedesarts.ca, attention Hiring: Registration/Reception Clerk.
Place des Arts would like to thank all prospective applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.
Place des Arts is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals.




