Job Summary

The Holiday Reception & Admin Support role at About Staffing Ltd. is a high-energy, temporary position designed to maintain seamless office operations during the busy holiday season in Calgary. You will serve as the first point of contact for a prominent local recruitment agency, managing the front desk and providing critical administrative backup. This role is perfect for a proactive “people person” who enjoys a fast-paced environment and wants to gain experience in the professional services and recruitment industry.

Job Details

Employer: About Staffing Ltd. (Local Recruitment Agency)
Location: Calgary, AB
Position Type: Part-time, Temporary (Holiday Coverage)
Duration: December 2025 – January 2026
Compensation: $18.00 – $20.00 per hour (Based on experience).
Estimated Average Salaries: For temporary administrative roles in the 2026 Alberta market, this rate is consistent with standard entry-level holiday coverage, which often leads to future “on-call” opportunities within the agency’s talent pool.

Core Responsibilities

Front-of-House Management: Professionally answer and direct multi-line phone calls, ensuring a high standard of customer service for clients and candidates.
Office Upkeep: Maintain the cleanliness and organization of the reception area and common office spaces to ensure a professional environment.
Mail & Logistics: Sort and arrange incoming/outgoing mail and courier packages.
Administrative Support: Assist with general office tasks such as data entry, filing, and document preparation using MS Office.
Client Relations: Greet visitors warmly and assist with initial inquiries or candidate check-ins for interviews.

Candidate Requirements

Technical Skills: Proficient in MS Office (Word, Outlook, Excel).
Experience: Previous experience in a customer-facing or administrative role is preferred but not mandatory.
Soft Skills: Energetic team player with a “willingness to learn” and a positive, helpful attitude.
Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills to represent the agency professionally.
Availability: Must be able to commit to the designated holiday coverage dates in December and January.

Job Description

Are you an organized, friendly professional looking for a way to stay active during the winter months? About Staffing Ltd. is seeking Holiday Reception & Admin Support to join our Calgary team. As a recruitment agency, our front desk is the heart of our operations, and we need someone with the “wit” to handle a busy switchboard and the “grit” to keep the office running smoothly while our permanent staff are on holiday.

In this role, you are the face and voice of our company. Whether you are welcoming a job seeker for their first interview or helping a client get in touch with a recruiter, your goal is to make every interaction professional and pleasant. We look for individuals who take initiative—someone who notices when the coffee station needs a refill or when a filing project could use a helping hand. It’s a great way to see the inner workings of the recruitment industry while earning a competitive hourly wage.

Joining About Staffing for this temporary assignment means joining a team that values energy and collaboration. We offer a supportive environment where you will be given the tools to succeed and the chance to show off your administrative skills. If you are a self-motivated individual who prides yourself on punctuality and helpfulness, we would love to have you support us during this festive season.

If you are ready to jump into a professional office setting and help us start 2026 on a high note, we invite you to apply.

About Staffing Ltd. | Calgary, AB

About Staffing Ltd. is a prominent, locally-owned recruitment and employment agency headquartered in Calgary. Founded in 1996 by CEO Sharlene Massie, the firm has grown from a home-based startup into a major player in the Alberta labor market. They specialize in a broad spectrum of placements, including corporate, industrial, and executive roles, while maintaining a trademarked focus on organizational culture.

Company Culture: “Masters at Matching Culture®”

The culture at About Staffing is defined by its human-centric approach in an increasingly automated industry. They prioritize personal interaction over algorithm-based sorting.

Human-to-Human Connection: A core cultural pillar is the belief that “resumes don’t tell the full story.” Recruiters are known for meeting every candidate face-to-face (or via deep-dive interviews) to assess “soft skills” and personality traits that a database might miss.
Core Values: The workplace operates under four guiding principles: Stability, Loyalty, Sincerity, and Enthusiasm. These values aren’t just for clients; they define the internal team’s interactions and their longevity (many internal staff have been with the firm for over a decade).
“Look Forward to Monday®”: This trademarked philosophy drives their mission to place candidates in environments where they won’t just perform tasks, but will actually enjoy their work life.
Resilience and Leadership: The company culture is heavily influenced by the “gritty determination” of its founder. Having navigated the 2013 Calgary floods and multiple economic cycles, the team values adaptability and proactive problem-solving.

Location: The Mission District Hub

In 2023, About Staffing moved to a vibrant new office space in Calgary’s Mission district, marking a significant milestone in their growth.

About Staffing Calgary

Located at Suite 501, 1812 4th Street SW, Calgary, AB.
Prime Location: Situated on 4th Street SW, the office is in a walkable, high-energy area known for its professional services and local eateries.
Regional Expertise: While they have a national reach, their heart remains in Calgary. Being local allows them to understand the specific “quirks” of the Alberta labor market, from the boom-and-bust cycles of the energy sector to the growing tech and logistics corridors.
Interview Space: The office is designed to provide professional, off-site interview spaces for clients who wish to conduct confidential executive searches.

Core Recruitment Divisions

Division	Key Roles
Corporate	Accountants, Administrative Assistants, Marketing Specialists, Property Managers.
Industrial	Warehouse Associates, Skilled Trades, Drivers, Construction Coordinators.
Executive	C-Suite (CEO, CFO), Management, and Confidential Leadership placements.
Special Events	Temporary staffing for conferences, associations, and large meetings.

Candidate & Employee Benefits

Respect in the Workplace Certification: About Staffing offers this free certification to all qualified applicants to promote healthy workplace cultures across the city.
Exclusive Job Market: Candidates gain access to a “hidden” job market—roles that are often not posted on public boards because the employers trust the agency’s vetting process.
Fair Evaluation: They advocate for a merit-based hiring process, moving away from the “it’s who you know” model to ensure the best candidate—not just the most connected—gets the job.
Supportive Environment: For internal members, the firm offers a BBB-accredited environment with a high 86% CEO approval rating and a focus on long-term career stability.

To apply for this job please visit aboutstaffing.com.