St. Emeric Parish
The Catholic Archdiocese of Edmonton (CAEDM) invites you to join us on the exciting venture of friendship with our Lord and Saviour, Jesus Christ, who is our Life. Transformed by His truth and love, we find hope and joy by living in His Word.
We have an opportunity for an entry-level, Part-Time (5 hours/week) Secretary/Receptionist at St. Emeric Catholic Church located at 12960 112 St NW, Edmonton, AB.
This position provides professional front desk services while supporting administrative functions within the Parish office. This role plays an important part in creating a hospitable and respectful environment that reflects the mission and values of the Catholic Church.
If you are ready to use your skills to advance the Mission of the Church, we invite you to take the next step in your career journey with us.
Duties:
Front Desk & Visitor Services
- Greet and assist visitors in a professional and courteous manner
- Direct visitors to appropriate staff or departments
- Maintain a safe, organized, and welcoming reception area for visitors and staff
- Provide respectful and professional service to all visitors and callers
Telephone & Communications
- Answer and manage incoming calls through the main phone system
- Route calls to appropriate staff and take accurate messages
- Respond to general inquiries from clergy, parish staff, and the public
- Coordinate between the parish, lease groups, contractors, and ministries.
Administrative Support
- Assist with general clerical tasks, such as: filing, scanning, copying, and data entry
- Support staff with scheduling appointments or meetings when required
- Provide logistical support for meetings or events hosted at the Archdiocesan office.
Mail & Office Coordination
- Receive, sort, and distribute incoming mail and courier deliveries
- Prepare outgoing mail and coordinate courier services
- Monitor reception supplies and request replenishment as needed.
Qualifications:
Education
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Office administration training or post-secondary education is an asset
Experience
- 1–2 years of receptionist, administrative, or customer service experience preferred
- Experience in a church, nonprofit, or community organization is an asset
- Knowledge of the Archdiocese of Edmonton, including its mission, structure, and operations.
Skills
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Professional and welcoming demeanor
- Strong organizational and multitasking abilities
- Proficiency with standard office software (e.g., Microsoft Office)
- Ability to handle confidential information with discretion
- Openness to learning about Hungarian and Deaf culture
Those seeking a future in parish administration and ministry, especially students of Newman Theological Collage, are encouraged to apply.
All employees are required to undergo a Police Records Check, including a Vulnerable Sector Information Check and an Intervention Record Check.
If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit your resume quoting the job title “St. Emeric Catholic Church Receptionist” to jennifer.guhle@caedm.ca
We thank all those who apply; however, only those invited for an interview will be contacted.
To apply for this job email your details to jennifer.guhle@caedm.ca.
