Since 1964, Dundas Valley School of Art (DVSA) has been a vibrant hub for learning and creative expression through the visual arts, inspiring over 8,500 students annually in more than 500 classes across a wide range of art mediums. Located in a historic building in the heart of Dundas, our school is dedicated to fostering artistic growth, community engagement, and accessible arts education.

DVSA is seeking 2 part-time Front Desk Reception staff to cover the following shifts:

Regular Hours
Sunday: 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Monday: 3:30p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Tuesday: 3:30p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Wednesday: 3:30p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Thursday: 3:30p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Friday: 3:30p.m. – 10:00 p.m.

Summer Hours (July & August)
Tuesday to Thursday: 3:30 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.

This position is responsible for handling front office reception and administration duties, including greeting students, answering phones, processing registrations and various sales transactions, as well as handling basic inquiries. While the position is primarily late afternoon and evenings, there are also some additional shifts for special events, vacation coverage, etc.

The role of Front Desk Reception includes:

• Answering phones

• Answering inquiries about DVSA and School programs

• Greeting visitors/students

• Scheduling models

• Ensuring the reception area is organized

• Taking registrations (phone) or troubleshooting registrations (online)

• Processing various sales items

• Co-ordinating mailings

• Data entry of Auction contracts

• Opening/Closing the facility

• Performing basic bookkeeping and clerical duties

• Taking and relaying messages

• Scheduling volunteers

• Other office duties as required

Required Skills:

• Must be comfortable working in a computerized workflow and have experience with Microsoft Office products

• Prior sales transaction experience

• Strong customer service experience

• Able to work independently

• Problem solving skills

How To Apply:

We value diverse perspectives and encourage applications from members of equity-seeking communities including women, racialized and Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, and persons of all sexual orientations and gender identities/expressions. We’re seeking to create a culture that closely matches the diversity of our community.

If you enjoy working with the public, providing high-level customer service and keeping things running smoothly, please email in one document your resume and a letter of interest outlining why you think you’re right for the job. Please email to info@dvsa.ca with “Front Desk Reception” in the subject heading. Applications are due no later than end of day, Tuesday August 11, 2026.

Language: English (required)

Pay: $23.96 per hour

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) DVSA provides accommodation, accessible formats, and communication supports at all stages of the recruiting process. We ask applicants to make their needs known in advance to info@dvsa.ca or phoning (905) 628-6357.