McKee Homes

Administrative Assistant and Receptionist Job Posting

McKee Homes Ltd. has an opportunity for a qualified Administrative Assistant working with various departments in the company and reception.

 

McKee Homes is a leading home builder for almost 40 years with head office in the community of Airdrie, Alberta. We build homes in Airdrie, Rocky View, Calgary, Crossfield, and Carstairs.  Our mission is “crafting exceptional homes for our valued customers” and our vision is “to be the most highly sought after homebuilder in our chosen markets”.  As Airdrie’s premier family home builder, McKee Homes offers referral and repeat buyers programs, and believes strongly in supporting local community organizations.

The applicant will have experience and education in office administration and will be self-motivated and engaging with excellent written and oral communication skills, and good knowledge of Acrobat Adobe, Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, and Outlook. SAIT Business Administration diploma or other Business Administration certificate is preferred. The applicant will possess excellent customer service abilities, and will be highly organized, professional, personable, and friendly. This role is essential for maintaining efficient office operations while delivering outstanding support to clients and staff. The successful candidate will demonstrate professionalism, reliability, and a proactive approach to administrative tasks.

Some examples of responsibilities:

• Provide courteous and professional service in reception, on the telephone, and electronically, ensuring a welcoming environment for guests and staff.
• Understand all roles and responsibilities within the company in order to direct customers, trade partners, and correspondence in an efficient manner.
• Understand all office equipment and pro-actively organize necessary maintenance (example copiers).
• Prepare all out-going mail; process and distribute all incoming mail in a timely fashion.
• Maintain and file all company contracts with suppliers.

• Maintain promotional, kitchen, janitorial supplies in an organized and efficient fashion.
• General filing, office organization, and internal communication.

• Manage all deliveries and courier orders including organization of showhome décor deliveries to office.
• Assemble client possession gift baskets.
• Transfer all sales calls appropriately.
• Conduct and support various essential sales, marketing, and safety related administrative tasks on an on-going basis.
• Maintain client and partner data information in company software.
• Work with the Office Manager on other tasks as required for the efficient functioning of the office and occasional event planning related tasks.
• Perform other duties as assigned or required, knowing that we work in a team environment.

Skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Strong computer skills with the ability and willingness to learn new software quickly
• Experience with data entry, filing, and clerical tasks in an office setting
• Excellent phone etiquette and customer service skills for front desk interactions
• Organizational skills with the ability to multitask effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Attention to detail for proofreading documents and managing records accurately
• Previous office administration experience
• Ability to handle multi-line phone systems efficiently and professionally
• Strong typing skills with a focus on accuracy and speed

 

The position is full-time from 8am to 4:30pm located at our front reception area. Examples of benefits include: RSP matching program, employee Health/Wellness benefit, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), medical and dental benefit program, corporate clothing program.

Please apply by email to Office Manager LeeAnn Fries – leeann@mckeehomes.com with resume and cover letter outlining why you believe this is the right opportunity for you, and what you will bring to the McKee Homes team. While we appreciate and value all interest in this position, only those candidates selected for further discussion will be contacted.