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The SHIFT Centre for Social Transformation

Hiring: Welcome Desk Attendant

Deadline: January 18th, 2026

This position covers two four-hour shifts per week (Tuesdays and Thursdays, 1–5 p.m.) during the Winter 2026 term, with the possibility of renewal.

About SHIFT

The SHIFT Centre for Social Transformation supports existing and emerging social transformation initiatives that unite the efforts of Concordians and their partners with the goal of creating a more just, inclusive, and broadly prosperous Montreal.  

Description of the role

SHIFT is hiring a welcome desk attendant to support the daily operations of the Centre during opening hours. The role is primarily focused on welcoming visitors, monitoring the space, providing basic information, and ensuring a welcoming environment for all visitors. This position is well suited for students who enjoy interacting with people, supporting collaborative spaces, and contributing to a welcoming campus environment.

Responsibilities

  • Under the Supervision of the Space and Events Coordinator, the welcome Desk Attendant will: 

  • Open and close the SHIFT Centre during scheduled opening and coworking hours

  • Provide front desk support and serve as the first point of contact for visitors

  • Welcome and engage with visitors, providing information about coworking days, events, and general use of the space. 

  • Monitor the space to ensure community guidelines and space protocols are respected 

  • Maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming reception area

  • Track attendance during coworking days and events

  • Provide logistical support during events (set-up and and clean up, greeting attendees, setting up signage, assisting with room flow)

  • Support basic audio-visual setup when needed. 

Requirements 

  • Must be available during coworking hours: Tuesday and Thursday, 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. (winter term)

  • Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate clearly with a diverse group of users and visitors

  • Friendly, reliable, and proactive

  • Basic comfort with handling basic audio-visual equipment  

Assets

  • Knowledge of SHIFT and an understanding of social justice concepts such as intersectionality, anti-oppression, and transformative change  
  • Comfortable asking for help when required 
  • Visually creative 

Working Conditions

  • In-person on Concordia’s downtown campus.   

  • Hours: 8 hours/week. 

  • Most shifts will take place during the weekday opening hours (9 a.m. to 5 p.m.) 

  • Occasional evening or weekend shifts may be required for special events, with at least three weeks’ notice

Compensation and Term

  • Pay Rate – $18 per hour

  • Anticipated Start Date: Tuesday, Feb 3rd, 2026

  • End date: May. 31st, 2026 (possibility of renewal)

Application Process

 

  • Application deadline: January 18th, 2026
  • Interviews: Jan 20-23, 2026

 

 

To apply, please fill out this form using your Concordia student ID

 

Apply now

If you experience issues with the form, contact: emma.harake@concordia.ca    

We thank all applicants for their interest, only selected candidates for interviews will be contacted.