Office Administrator - Contract (Ottawa)

Office Administrator - Contract - 19131 About the Opportunity: LRO Staffing is partnering with a well‑established community‑focused organization in Ottawa to recruit an Office Administrator for an immediate contract opportunity through approximately mid‑July, with potential for extension or permanent hire for the right fit. This is an exciting chance to join a close‑knit and collaborative environment where the front office serves as the central hub for daily operations, communications, and administrative support. The ideal candidate will be warm, organized, adaptable, and calm under pressure, with the ability to manage multiple competing priorities in a fast‑paced and highly interactive setting. Responsibilities - Serve as a primary point of contact for visitors, families, staff, and stakeholders, providing professional and welcoming front‑office support - Manage daily administrative operations including scheduling, communications, attendance tracking, filing, and documentation management - Coordinate meetings, events, and operational logistics while supporting multiple stakeholders across the organization - Respond to inquiries while relaying information accurately and efficiently - Maintain records, emergency contact information, permissions, and related documentation - Support office operations including deliveries, supplies, vendor coordination, catering logistics, and event setup requirements - Assist with frontline support needs and daily operational coordination - Support safety and security processes including visitor management, access systems, and emergency procedures - Maintain organized digital filing systems and shared documentation using Google Workspace and other cloud‑based tools - Provide general administrative support to leadership and staff as needed About You: - 3+ years of administrative experience, ideally within a fast‑paced, service‑oriented environment - Strong organizational and multitasking abilities with the ability to remain composed amid frequent interruptions and changing priorities - Warm, approachable, professional, and service‑oriented communication style - Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong attention to detail - Comfortable supporting multiple stakeholders simultaneously in a highly interactive environment - Strong judgment, discretion, and ability to maintain confidentiality - Proficiency with Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Drive, Calendar, Gmail) and Microsoft Office - Ability to work independently while contributing positively to a collaborative team environment - English proficiency required - Must be able to provide a Vulnerable Sector Check About the Job: - Work Arrangement: Full‑time, onsite - Location: Ottawa, ON (free parking available onsite) - Duration: ASAP through approximately mid‑July, with potential for extension and/or permanent hire - Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:15 AM – 4:15 PM - Hourly Pay: $24.00 to $26.00 All candidates must be permitted to work in Canada to be considered for this opportunity. Apply on Kit Job: kitjob.ca/job/2pbc6x