What are the responsibilities and job description for the Member Services Staff position at YMCA of Greater Kalamazoo?
Benefits
As a part-time YMCA staff member, you are eligible for the following benefits. Part-time is designated as scheduled to work under 30 hours per week.
FREE FAMILY MEMBERSHIP
12% retirement fund
Ability to open a tax-deferred retirement account
Flexible hours and schedules
Reduced fees on YMCA programs
All benefits are subject to eligibility requirements as outlined in the Staff Handbook and are subject to change at any time.
YMCA OF GREATER KALAMAZOO
JOB DESCRIPTION
Job Title: Member Services Staff (Part-Time)
Pay Rate: $13.00/hour
POSITION SUMMARY:
Under the guidance of the Association Member Services Director, this position is responsible
for member retention, sales, and service at the Welcome Centers of the YMCA facilities
(Maple and Portage). These responsibilities should be accomplished in accordance with the
YMCA Mission and the general operational policies and procedures of the YMCA of Greater
Kalamazoo. This position works independently under general direction and is expected to
determine how to accomplish tasks efficiently. Early morning, evening, and weekend shift
work is expected.
Success in this position will be measured, in part, by 1) annual department goals being met,
2) customer/family satisfaction being rated high as determined by statistical survey data, 3)
knowledgeable in YMCA operations, programs and services, and 4) functional responsibilities
being satisfactorily met.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
The listed functions are representative of the attributes necessary for successful
performance of the position. Substitution of comparable training or abilities, as well as
reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities, will be taken into consideration.
1. Provides excellent service to members, guests, program participants, and staff
through in person interactions, phone calls, and email communications.
2. Processes daily membership transactions including tours, member database
revisions, program enrollment, auditing, financial assistance processing, and financial
transactions.
3. Ensures building security; performs health screenings and identification verifications
as necessary.
4. Effectively responds to concerns, suggestions, and complaints with the goal of
ensuring a positive experience in accordance with all applicable YMCA policies.
5. Develops awareness and an atmosphere of support for the YMCA and its programs
within the community.
6. Builds relationships; helps members connect with the YMCA community and
highlights the value and importance of Y membership.
7. Demonstrates and communicates the YMCA Mission, purpose, goals, policies and
standards to staff, volunteers, members, guests, and program participants.
8. Staffs desk in accordance with staff schedule as developed by Association Member
Services Director; fills additional shifts as needed.
9. Performs other duties as assigned by the Association Member Services Director.
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QUALIFICATIONS:
Education/Training/Certifications:
1. CPR and First Aid certification within 30 days of employment
2. New Staff Orientation, Listen First Training, and Child Abuse and Prevention Training
within 30 days of employment
3. Blood Borne Pathogens Training within 30 days of employment
4. Child Abuse Prevention & Child Abuse Prevention and Reporting Awareness
5. COVID training
Technical Knowledge/Skills:
1. Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
2. Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite word processing, spreadsheets, and other basic
computer functions. Experience in membership management and resource
scheduling software preferred.
3. Ability to connect with people of diverse backgrounds
4. Spanish or other commonly spoken language desired
5.
Proficiencies and Professionalism:
Language Skills – Ability to:
1. Read, analyze, and interpret general and technical business communications and
licensing manuals
2. Effectively present information and respond to inquiries
3. Communicate effectively at all levels with staff, members and volunteers
Mathematical Skills – Ability to:
1. Accurately calculate percentages and discounts
2. Keep accurate timesheets
Cognitive Skills – Ability to:
1. Solve practical problems, while considering various impacting factors
2. Interpret instructions in variety of written or oral formats
Work Performance Skills – Ability to:
1. Organize, prioritize and manage tasks with limited supervision
2. Cooperatively balance department and organizational goals
3. Be an effective team member
4. Exercise professional judgment
5. Make good, sound decisions and take decisive action when called to do so
6. Consistently and positively interact with customers and coworkers
7. Demonstrate willingness to learn, accept responsibility, take initiative and be flexible
8. Maintain confidentiality
9. Represent the YMCA in a professional manner both inside and outside the YMCA
through a positive and well-motivated attitude and support of YMCA programs,
mission, and goals
10. Exhibit the core values of Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility
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WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
1. Ability to walk, stand, and sit for long periods of time.
2. Exposure to communicable diseases utilizing appropriate PPE.
3. Must be able to lift and carry supplies weighing up to 20 pounds.
4. Ability to stand or sit while maintaining alertness for several hours at a time.
5. Position may require bending, leaning, kneeling, and walking.
6. Ability to speak concisely and effectively communicate.
7. Visual and auditory ability to respond to critical situations and physical ability to act
swiftly in an emergency
8. Ability to view/enter data on a computer monitor for long periods of time.
9. Ability to observe/evaluate facility and groups of customers/staff by sight and sound.
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As a part-time YMCA staff member, you are eligible for the following benefits. Part-time is designated as scheduled to work under 30 hours per week.
FREE FAMILY MEMBERSHIP
12% retirement fund
Ability to open a tax-deferred retirement account
Flexible hours and schedules
Reduced fees on YMCA programs
All benefits are subject to eligibility requirements as outlined in the Staff Handbook and are subject to change at any time.
YMCA OF GREATER KALAMAZOO
JOB DESCRIPTION
Job Title: Member Services Staff (Part-Time)
Pay Rate: $13.00/hour
POSITION SUMMARY:
Under the guidance of the Association Member Services Director, this position is responsible
for member retention, sales, and service at the Welcome Centers of the YMCA facilities
(Maple and Portage). These responsibilities should be accomplished in accordance with the
YMCA Mission and the general operational policies and procedures of the YMCA of Greater
Kalamazoo. This position works independently under general direction and is expected to
determine how to accomplish tasks efficiently. Early morning, evening, and weekend shift
work is expected.
Success in this position will be measured, in part, by 1) annual department goals being met,
2) customer/family satisfaction being rated high as determined by statistical survey data, 3)
knowledgeable in YMCA operations, programs and services, and 4) functional responsibilities
being satisfactorily met.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
The listed functions are representative of the attributes necessary for successful
performance of the position. Substitution of comparable training or abilities, as well as
reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities, will be taken into consideration.
1. Provides excellent service to members, guests, program participants, and staff
through in person interactions, phone calls, and email communications.
2. Processes daily membership transactions including tours, member database
revisions, program enrollment, auditing, financial assistance processing, and financial
transactions.
3. Ensures building security; performs health screenings and identification verifications
as necessary.
4. Effectively responds to concerns, suggestions, and complaints with the goal of
ensuring a positive experience in accordance with all applicable YMCA policies.
5. Develops awareness and an atmosphere of support for the YMCA and its programs
within the community.
6. Builds relationships; helps members connect with the YMCA community and
highlights the value and importance of Y membership.
7. Demonstrates and communicates the YMCA Mission, purpose, goals, policies and
standards to staff, volunteers, members, guests, and program participants.
8. Staffs desk in accordance with staff schedule as developed by Association Member
Services Director; fills additional shifts as needed.
9. Performs other duties as assigned by the Association Member Services Director.
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QUALIFICATIONS:
Education/Training/Certifications:
1. CPR and First Aid certification within 30 days of employment
2. New Staff Orientation, Listen First Training, and Child Abuse and Prevention Training
within 30 days of employment
3. Blood Borne Pathogens Training within 30 days of employment
4. Child Abuse Prevention & Child Abuse Prevention and Reporting Awareness
5. COVID training
Technical Knowledge/Skills:
1. Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
2. Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite word processing, spreadsheets, and other basic
computer functions. Experience in membership management and resource
scheduling software preferred.
3. Ability to connect with people of diverse backgrounds
4. Spanish or other commonly spoken language desired
5.
Proficiencies and Professionalism:
Language Skills – Ability to:
1. Read, analyze, and interpret general and technical business communications and
licensing manuals
2. Effectively present information and respond to inquiries
3. Communicate effectively at all levels with staff, members and volunteers
Mathematical Skills – Ability to:
1. Accurately calculate percentages and discounts
2. Keep accurate timesheets
Cognitive Skills – Ability to:
1. Solve practical problems, while considering various impacting factors
2. Interpret instructions in variety of written or oral formats
Work Performance Skills – Ability to:
1. Organize, prioritize and manage tasks with limited supervision
2. Cooperatively balance department and organizational goals
3. Be an effective team member
4. Exercise professional judgment
5. Make good, sound decisions and take decisive action when called to do so
6. Consistently and positively interact with customers and coworkers
7. Demonstrate willingness to learn, accept responsibility, take initiative and be flexible
8. Maintain confidentiality
9. Represent the YMCA in a professional manner both inside and outside the YMCA
through a positive and well-motivated attitude and support of YMCA programs,
mission, and goals
10. Exhibit the core values of Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility
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WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
1. Ability to walk, stand, and sit for long periods of time.
2. Exposure to communicable diseases utilizing appropriate PPE.
3. Must be able to lift and carry supplies weighing up to 20 pounds.
4. Ability to stand or sit while maintaining alertness for several hours at a time.
5. Position may require bending, leaning, kneeling, and walking.
6. Ability to speak concisely and effectively communicate.
7. Visual and auditory ability to respond to critical situations and physical ability to act
swiftly in an emergency
8. Ability to view/enter data on a computer monitor for long periods of time.
9. Ability to observe/evaluate facility and groups of customers/staff by sight and sound.
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Salary : $13
