Front Desk Representative

Medora; North Dakota; On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Affordable housing on-site

Employee meals at low cost

Free or discounted access to local attractions

Job summary

A leading tourism organization in Medora, North Dakota, is seeking a Front Desk Representative. This full-time role involves managing front desk operations, providing exceptional guest service, and assisting with inquiries and reservations. Ideal candidates should be reliable, have strong math and communication skills, and be fluent in English. The organization offers competitive wages, affordable housing, and unique experiences in a beautiful location.

Qualifications

• Must be reliable, on time for every shift.
• Must be able to provide professional customer service.
• Must possess sufficient math skills to make changes for customers.

Responsibilities

• Manage front desk operations efficiently.
• Welcome guests warmly and professionally.
• Assist guests with inquiries and requests.
• Handle guest issues with professionalism.
• Maintain knowledge about the hotel and Medora.
• Ensures prompt delivery of final bills to guests
• Ensures lobby and shared areas are kept neat and orderly
• Maintains knowledge of Medora, Hotel Rooms, Hotel Policies and is able to assist guests in making reservations or providing recommendations

Skills

Reliability

Customer service orientation

English fluency

Education

Ability to operate PMS system

Fluency in English

Job description

There’s no organization quite like the Theodore Roosevelt Medora Foundation (TRMF). We’re a premiere tourism operation—and we’re a 501c(3) non-profit. We welcome hundreds of thousands of guests to an exciting, diverse lineup of entertainment, historical, and educational attractions—and we work tirelessly to connect people to Medora for positive life changing experiences.

TRMF was established in 1986—but our story begins before that. In 1962, nationally renowned businessman Harold Schafer took an interest in a historic old town named Medora. He loved its history, its striking location, and its potential to inspire others. So he began revitalizing the old town: he restored a historic hotel, brought the Medora Musical to town, and so much more.

It was 1986 when the Schafer family, with Harold ready to retire from business, donated all they’d created in Medora to establish the non-profit Theodore Roosevelt Medora Foundation.

In the years since, we’ve grown from a staff of a handful of folks to more than 90 full-time employees, with hundreds more seasonal workers and over 650 volunteers. We’ve awarded hundreds of thousands of dollars’ worth of scholarships to our staff. The Medora Musical has earned the attention of The New York Times. And we’ve earned a reputation as the #1 tourism and hospitality provider in North Dakota.

We are a team of people who draw inspiration from Medora. We deeply respect this place, and the people we meet here. We deliver excellence in hospitality. We work with creativity and integrity. We’re a family that values family.

We are the Theodore Roosevelt Medora Foundation.

This Position:

As a member of the lodging team, a Front Desk Representative will operate the hotel/motel front desk and assist guests with inquiries.

• Efficiently manages the operations of the front desk, ensuring minimal time for check-in and checkout
• Warmly and professionally welcomes all guests
• Directs guests to appropriate hotel staff for assistance with questions and special requests
• Handle guest issues as they arise
• Treats requests with professionalism, tact, and courteous manner
• Ensures prompt delivery of final bills to guests
• Ensures lobby and shared areas are kept neat and orderly
• Maintains knowledge of Medora, Hotel Rooms, Hotel Policies and is able to assist guests in making reservations or providing recommendations

Requirements

Required Skills/Abilities

• Reliable, on time, and ready for every shift.
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time.

Required Education and Experience

• Must be able to operate PMS system, or willing to learn.
• Must possess math skills sufficient to make changes for customers quickly and accurately.
• Must be fluent in English, bilingual a plus.

This position is generally in an indoor setting in a controlled, temperate environment. Occasionally working outside in hot conditions when working the Medora Musical.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is continuously required to talk, hear, hand/eye coordination, stand, walk, have repetitive use of hands and arms, and grasp. Visual acuity to determine accuracy, details and transcribe data, determine neatness and thoroughness of work assigned, and determine safety of workplace surroundings for themselves and guests. Occasionally required to push, pull, stoop, bend, lift and carry up to 25 pounds.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are Sunday through Saturday. Shifts vary based on business needs and the needs of the customer.

AAP/EEO Statement

It is the policy of TRMF to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, TRMF will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Our Location:

TRMF is located in the heart of the Badlands: Medora, North Dakota.

It’s situated near the border separating North Dakota and Montana, along Interstate 94. Medora is the basecamp to Theodore Roosevelt National Park: 110 square miles of rugged beauty. You’re never more than a few minutes away from a night under the stars or a bike ride along the thrilling Maah Daah Hey Trail. In Medora, beauty and adventure abound.

Our central hub of operations, the Life Skills Center, is a state-of-the-art campus, purpose-built for the glory of work and the joy of living. It features a dining room, a fitness center, as well as spaces for music, studying, learning, prayer, reflection, and socializing—all designed with our employees in mind.

Why Apply?

• You have a passion for exploring beautiful places and meeting people from around the world.
• Competitive wages with great opportunities for overtime work
• Affordable company provided housing on-site
• Employee meals provided at low cost in employee dining room
• Explore Medora and its attractions free or at discounted costs. Including the Medora Musical, Bully Pulpit Golf Course, Trail Rides, Mini Golf, Retail Shops and more!

Apply online and learn more about our organization: https://foundation.medora.com/employment/