Receptionist / Administrative Assistant
RVCA is one of 36 conservation authorities in Ontario responsible for furthering the "conservation, restoration, development and management of natural resources in the watershed" under the Conservation Authorities Act. We are dedicated to protecting people and property from natural hazards like flooding and erosion, while conserving the wetlands, forests and natural areas that reduce their impacts.
Permanent Full Time
Work location: RVCA Headquarters, 3889 Rideau Valley Drive, Manotick, ON
Work schedule is 35 hours a week, Monday through Friday
Salary range of $46,134 to $58,353 annually
Number of Positions: One. Existing Vacancy: Yes. AI Used in Hiring: No
There is no public transportation to the worksite; candidates should ensure they have reliable transportation prior to applying.
About the Job
You will be responsible for:
- Responding to enquiries from the public, staff and other partners via telephone, email and in-person interactions.
- Receiving visitors and clients at the reception areas.
- Providing professional customer service as the first point of contact for the organization.
- Open, sort and distribute incoming mail, process outgoing mail and courier shipments.
- Provide administrative and clerical support to departments across the organization.
- Maintaining and updating databases and records management systems, including booking platforms.
- Process incoming payments, assist with preparation of invoices, financial documentation and other administrative records.
- Coordinate office services, such as ordering supplies, office equipment maintenance.
- Opening, securing and closing the building.
Who you are
As the preferred candidate you:
- Have a secondary school diploma. Post secondary school education in office or business administration is considered an asset.
- Have one or more years related experience in reception, office administration or administrative support.
- Have excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.
- Have effective written and verbal communication skills in English.
- Can communicate verbally with the public in both English and French (required).
- Have excellent organization skills, the ability to prioritize tasks and coordinate administrative activities.
- Have good working knowledge of Microsoft Office products.
- Have strong computer skills, ability to work with databases and across multiple systems.
- Hold a valid G class drivers license or equivalent.
What we offer
- Full time, 35 hours per week
- Salary range of $46,134 to $58,353 annually
- OMERS Pension Plan from day 1
- Paid vacation and sick leave
- Free onsite parking
- Group benefits plan after 3 months
If you are enthusiastic about conservation and think you would be a good fit for this position, please send your resume and cover letter by email no later than 4:30pm Friday, August 21, 2026 to:
Please write your name and the position you are applying for in the subject line of your email.
The Rideau Valley Conservation Authority (RVCA) is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing an accessible and inclusive experience for RVCA job applicants and employees. If you require accommodations at any point during the recruitment process, please contact us at
Type:
Permanent Full Time (35 hours per week)
Salary Range:
$46,134 to $58,353 annually
Location:
RVCA Headquarters
3889 Rideau Valley Drive
Manotick, ON
Closing Date:
August 21, 2026
Apply Now
By Mail:
Human Resources
Rideau Valley Conservation Authority
P.O. Box 599,
3889 Rideau Valley Drive
Manotick, Ontario
K4M 1A5
By Fax:
(613) 692-0831
By Email:
