Pool Entry Desk - French Creek YMCA

At the Y, our mission is to put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all. Join our Greater Cleveland YMCA team in living our cause and helping to provide quality, safe and healthy programs and services in our community.

Position Summary

The Front Desk Staff is responsible for conducting all guest interaction tasks to promote guest satisfaction and sales. These tasks include phone and in-person interaction with customers and YMCA staff members, administrative activities that may include record keeping and payment processing.

Essential Functions

• Perform multiple tasks in diverse situations.
• Process payments and maintain balanced cash drawer and receipt according to procedures.
• Inform supervisor and/or co-workers of any dilemmas, concerns, and updates during shift.
• Complete accurate data entry and maintain records on program participants and guests.
• Ensure maintenance of all member resource information at front desk.
• Maintain neat, clean and professional appearance of front desk and lobby areas.
• Attend all required training and staff meetings.
• Greet members / visitors according to YMCA guidelines.
• Track equipment loaned to members / visitors during visits.
• Conduct member / program participant surveys as required.
• Promote and support membership sales by following member sales process.
• Maintain a working knowledge of current programming, events, pricing and other association events.
• Answer telephones, respond to inquiries and forward messages according to YMCA member / customer service guidelines.
• Responsible for retail sales.
• Be visibly involved with members, volunteers and staff in a positive, friendly manner that communicates and demonstrates the YMCA’s core values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility.
• Follow all established policies and procedures, including but not limited to, safety practices and personnel policies.
• Secure required trainings and/or certifications necessary for the position.
• Other duties as assigned.
  
  

Qualifications

Education:

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Minimum two years high school and 16 years old.
  
  

Experience

• Cash management experience.
• Computer and keyboarding experience.
  
  

Certification(s) & Requirements

• CPR and First Aid certification and Safety training required within 30 days of hire.
  
  

Technical Skills And Knowledge

• Strong communication skills and phone etiquette.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Organized and able to follow directions.
• Friendly, outgoing personality.
• Comfortable working in a membership driven environment.
• Demonstrated commitment to the mission and cause of the YMCA and uphold its values and ethics.
• Able to work effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions and perceptions.
• Willing and able to be a mandated reporter for any signs or suspicion of child abuse or neglect. All employees are required to follow the child abuse and neglect reporting process: completion of Suspected Child Abuse/Neglect reporting form, calling children protective services (696- KIDS) and notifying your immediate supervisor, branch executive, risk management, and
  
  

human resources.

About YMCA of Greater Cleveland: Our vision is to be the premier community-based, charitable organization that embraces collaborations to build strong kids, strong families and strong communities. That's why we offer an exceptional package that includes:

• A free membership to your local YMCA and discount to YMCA programs including childcare (part-time positions do not receive discount on childcare).
• Additional employee discounts at many places in and around town, just for being a YMCA of Greater Cleveland employee.
• Eligible employees receive comprehensive Benefits Plan including Health, Dental, Vision, Employee Assistance Plan, Retirement 8% paid by the YMCA of Greater Cleveland and paid vacation.