Guest Experience & Membership Associate

The Salvation Army USA Eastern Territory; Ashland (OH); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

The Salvation Army USA Eastern Territory's Ray & Joan Kroc Corps Community Center seeks a friendly receptionist to create exceptional customer experiences, answer calls, greet guests, and provide information about programs and services.

The role includes selling memberships/classes, processing payments, managing the POS, and maintaining accurate records. The assistant supports events, donations, and general clerical tasks while upholding safety and confidentiality.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to communicate & work with all guests, volunteers, and other Kroc Center staff.
• Good computer skills, including the ability to use word processing programs, e-mail, database programs, and web searching/browsing, are required.
• Must be able to lift and carry 30 pounds.
• Must be able to stand, stoop, and bend.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the reception/welcome center first contact for all Kroc Center guests- greet all members and guests as they enter the building and provide direction as needed.
• Provide excellent, prompt and courteous services for guests, members and perspective members of the Ray & Joan Kroc Corps Community Center.
• Promote the center by selling memberships or classes.
• Process the accurate accounting and proper handling of all monies daily, whether received by cash, check, credit card, or EFT; handle all monies and information in accordance with The Salvation Army standards of financial accountability; notify patrons of past due payments or payment discrepancies; maintain accurate and complete records of payments.
• Receive and handle telephone calls, visitors and emails in a friendly and professional manner; direct calls to appropriate program/staff in a timely manner; record accurate and complete messages when needed.
• Maintain progressive knowledge of all programs, events, parties, class schedules, worship opportunities; listen to members’ goals and preferences and connect them to existing and related solutions; maintain awareness of opportunities for increased sales to include personal training, parties, apparel, etc.
• Check in all members and guests. Enter member information, new registrations, classes, and payments through established membership database system. Maintain class roster and attendance sheets for instructors.
• Observe and identify customers, clients and members that may be recommended candidates for scholarship assistance. Provide assistance for the scholarship application process if needed.
• Maintain orderliness and cleanliness of the Point of Sale (POS) stations and kiosks. Keep sales area and reception area clean and neatly arranged at all times.
• Secure the POS area at the open and close of shift.
• Provide back-up support for other areas as requested.
• Adhere to Kroc Center operations as well as all policies and procedures; observe, explain and enforce all safety rules and regulations.
• Explain and enforce facility policies; monitor the behavior of members participating in activities; promote sportsmanship and behavior appropriate for the activity.
• Participate in training opportunities to gain a thorough understanding of computer systems, equipment and supplies; maintain and secure equipment in compliance with acceptable standards to ensure the long life of equipment.
• As requested, assist members and other staff in the set-up of parties, facility rentals and/or special events; ensure areas are cleaned and equipment is restocked after facility use.
• Protect The Salvation Army interests by observing and preventing potentials for liabilities due to injuries; ensures the safety of all participants. Prepare incident reports in the event of accidents or injuries.
• Prepare and maintain statistical reports as required.
• Provide referral information to meet individual and family needs.
• Serve as initial contact for social service clients as directed by the Director of Social Services.
• Maintain the confidentiality of all social service clients and member information as required.

Skills

Customer service

Reception

Cash handling

Membership sales

Data entry

POS system

Clerical skills

Communication

Organization

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Word processing

Email

Database programs

Web search

Job description

The Salvation Army USA Eastern Territory's Ray & Joan Kroc Corps Community Center seeks a friendly receptionist to create exceptional customer experiences, answer calls, greet guests, and provide information about programs and services.

The role includes selling memberships/classes, processing payments, managing the POS, and maintaining accurate records. The assistant supports events, donations, and general clerical tasks while upholding safety and confidentiality.