Visitor Services Representative I

Mass Audubon; Lenox (MA); Presencial; USD 26.000 - 29.000; A tiempo parcial

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Vacation time

Paid holidays

Descripción de la vacante

Mass Audubon’s Pleasant Valley Wildlife Sanctuary in Lenox, MA is seeking a part-time Visitor Services Representative I to greet visitors, register members, and answer questions about programs and trails. You will help orient guests, direct them on property, and promote memberships while maintaining a welcoming, safe environment for all.

The role emphasizes excellent customer service, use of a cash register, and coordination with volunteers.

Formación

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Excellent people skills and enthusiasm for teamwork.
• Organized with strong written and verbal communication.
• Sales-oriented with ability to meet goals.
• Office skills including computer, copier, scanning and phone system.
• Experience with Office 365, Outlook, Word and Excel.

Responsabilidades

• Greet and assist members, visitors, and guests with information about the sanctuary and programs.
• Answer phones, check voicemails, and direct inquiries.
• Assist with program registrations and ticketing.
• Update signage, brochures, and bulletin board information.
• Promote Mass Audubon membership opportunities and benefits.
• Operate cash register, computer, and credit card processor for admissions.
• Assist with volunteer training and work with staff and volunteers.

Descripción del empleo

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Visitor Services Representative I

1-994-6022 99400 Part-time Regular Berkshires, Lenox, MA, US

5 days ago Requisition ID: 1925

Salary Range: $19.00 To $21.00 Hourly

About Mass Audubon
Mass Audubon is the largest nature-based conservation organization in New England. Founded in 1896 by two women who fought for the protection of birds, Mass Audubon carries on their legacy by focusing on the greatest challenges facing the environment today: the loss of biodiversity, inequitable access to nature, and climate change. With the help of our 160,000 members and supporters, we protect wildlife, conserve and restore resilient land, advocate for impactful environmental policies, offer nationally recognized education programs for adults and children, and provide endless opportunities to experience the outdoors at our wildlife sanctuaries. Explore, find inspiration, and take action at massaudubon.org .

About This Position
Mass Audubon’s Pleasant Valley Wildlife Sanctuary is seeking a Visitor Services Representative. This position performs the day-to-day duties of visitor engagement operations and ensures an overall positive, welcoming, enriching, and safe experience for all our members, visitors, and guests. This role is specifically responsible for providing excellent customer service while greeting and registering visitors in person and by phone, providing orientation to the sanctuary, directing visitors throughout the property and trail systems, answering questions about events and programs, monitoring building and grounds, introducing visitors to the many benefits of Mass Audubon membership, and generally educating guests about Mass Audubon. The Visitor Services Representative has an important and integral role as a welcoming, customer-oriented ambassador of Mass Audubon properties, programs, and mission.

Responsibilities

• Greet and provide information to members, visitors, and guests regarding nature center, sanctuary, trails, programs, and Mass Audubon in general
• Answer phone calls, monitor voicemails, and provide information, guidance, and direction
• Assist with program registrations
• Update visitor signage, brochures and bulletin board information
• Understand and promote membership opportunities
• Use a cash register, computer, and credit card processor for sales and admissions
• Monitor radio and be prepared to serve as primary communication point-of-contact in case of emergency per standing policies and procedures
• Handle opening and closing procedures including end-of-day register sales tallying
• Assist with visitor services volunteer training and work cooperatively with volunteers
• Work with Property staff to monitor trail conditions
• Attend meetings and trainings when requested
• Periodically may be asked to work from greeting table outdoors during special events, etc.
• Assist in cleaning and sanitation of the Visitor Center
• Occasionally assist during peak periods such as holiday weekends or special events

Qualifications
At Mass Audubon, our highest priority is finding the best candidate for the job. Research has shown that people of color and women are less likely to apply for jobs if they don’t believe they meet every one of the qualifications described in a job description. We encourage you to apply, even if you don't believe you meet every one of our described qualifications or you have a less traditional background. We are looking for applicants with the following qualifications:

Must Haves

• At least 18 years of age
• Excellent people skills and enthusiasm for working in a team environment
• Organized with strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong desire to achieve results in meeting sales goals and demonstrated ability to effectively promote goods or services
• Office skills including computer, copier, scanning, and phone system
• Experience with varied computer software programs (Office 365, Outlook, Word, Excel)
• A demonstrated ability to work well with other staff, volunteers, and community representatives as well as independently when necessary
• CPR/First Aid Certification or willingness to obtain certification
• Ability to relate to a diverse range of people and exercise cultural competence and inclusion

Nice to Haves

• Associate's degree or equivalent experience
• Customer Service/Visitor Service experience
• Formal training or other experience in either the natural sciences or education
• General knowledge of local habitats, birds and wildlife

Compensation, Benefits and Perks
This position’s pay range is $19.00-$21.00 per hour; actual rate of pay will reflect level of experience and qualifications relative to position requirements. This is a year-round position and earns vacation time as well as receives paid holidays.

Work Schedule
This is a year-round, part-time position. Approximately 18 hours per week, typically Thursday through Saturday.

Other Requirements
Employees must successfully complete a CORI and SORI Background Check and a Motor Vehicle Record (if applicable) is required.

Mass Audubon’s Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, & Justice
Mass Audubon embraces diversity and equal opportunity in a serious way. We are dedicated to forming a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. People of color are strongly encouraged to apply.

Mass Audubon’s mission is “protect the nature of Massachusetts for people and for wildlife” by building a strong coalition of employees, volunteers, and community members. We recognize that the environmental movement and field of conservation have been affected by societal systems that have limited opportunity and access for many people. As a result, Mass Audubon is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. We are engaged in an ongoing process of organizational assessment and change, designed to remove barriers and create a workplace where all forms of diversity are recognized and valued.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Mass Audubon is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. Mass Audubon prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.