Front Desk Attendant - Downtown Y - All Shifts

YMCA of the Cedar Rapids Metro Area; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 1,653,000 - 2,204,000; Part time

Job summary

The Downtown Y is seeking a front desk staff member to deliver excellent service to members, guests, and program participants, promote memberships and programs, and maintain a welcoming area.

This role requires flexibility to work all shifts, with opportunities to serve as Manager on Duty on weekends, handle registrations and financial transactions, and ensure a safe, friendly environment for all visitors.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Excellent interpersonal and problem solving skills.
• Previous customer service, sales or related experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent service to members, guests, and program participants in the Y and on the phone.
• Serve as Manager on Duty on weekends.
• Greet members by name and visitors in a positive and professional manner as a representative of the YMCA.
• Ensure the security of the facility by scanning all members and enforcing policy regarding visitors.
• Conduct interviews and/or tours responsive to the needs of prospective members; sells memberships.
• Conduct program registration for members and guests.
• Accurately conduct financial transactions for membership and program fees; accountable for all cash collected during shift.
• Build relationships with members; helps members connect with one another and the YMCA.
• Handle and resolve membership concerns and informs supervisor of unusual situations or unresolved issues.
• Apply all YMCA policies dealing with member services.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Customer service experience

Sales experience

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

The Downtown Y is seeking a customer-service oriented individual to join our Front Desk team! Our front desk staff deliver excellent service to all members, guests, and program participants. They respond to member and guest needs, promote memberships and programs, and maintain cleanliness and organization of the welcome area.

We are in need of Front Desk Staff who can work all shifts.

A Day as a Front Desk Staff:

• Provide excellent service to members, guests, and program participants in the Y and on the phone, contributing to member retention.
• Serve as Manager on Duty on weekends.
• Greet members (by name) and visitors in a positive and professional manner as a representative of the YMCA.
• Ensure the security of the facility by scanning all members and enforcing policy regarding visitors.
• Conduct interviews and/or tours responsive to the needs of prospective members; sells memberships.
• Conduct program registration for members and guests.
• Accurately conduct financial transactions for membership and program fees; accountable for all cash collected during shift.
• Build relationships with members; helps members connect with one another and the YMCA.
• Handle and resolve membership concerns and informs supervisor of unusual situations or unresolved issues.
• Apply all YMCA policies dealing with member services.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Excellent interpersonal and problem solving skills.
• Previous customer service, sales or related experience.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand for extended periods of time and perform other physical aspects of the job including stooping and bending.
• Ability to communicate both in person and on the phone, including speaking and hearing.

A BETTER US STARTS WITH U!
Imagine going to work knowing that what you do each day positively impacts people's lives. We are seeking to add new members to our team who are motivated and committed to serving others. Whether you are experienced or not, we will provide the resources and training needed for you to grow and succeed. If you want more than just a job - if you're looking to discover a sense of purpose and opportunities to contribute to the greater good - then the Y is the place for you. Join us!