Customer Service Representative

SUMMARY Provides service and information to current and prospective members through positive communication. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Promotes and incorporates the YMCA five core values into all activities. Answers inquiries and provides information on YMCA membership and programs. Provides prompt and courteous customer service to current and prospective members and guests in the Y and on the phone, contributing to member retention. Builds relationships with members; helps members connect with one another and the YMCA. Responds to and resolves members concerns. Enrolls new members and processes membership applications. Registers members and participants in classes and programs. Conducts interviews and/or tours of facility responsive to the needs of the prospective members; sells memberships. Implements procedures pertinent to the effective and efficient operation of the Membership Department. Ensures compliance with membership policies and procedures. Report suspicious and inappropriate behaviors and policy violations. Follows mandated abuse and incident reporting requirements. Meet timelines and deadlines related to supporting systems and employee compliance. Example includes but are not limited to Kronos Workforce Ready for review and approval of time sheets. Attends staff meetings and trainings as required. Other duties as assigned. Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. YMCA Culture & Cause Expectations Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. It's who are, who we aspire to be and how we show up every day. We are cause-driven. We don't just show up, we show up with purpose. As a cause driven leader you are expected to be: Welcoming -Accept neighbors eagerly, warmly, hospitably, and as equal participants. Nurturing -To care for, support, and help develop through encouragement. Hopeful -Take an optimistic or positive view of future outcomes. Determined -To devote full strength and concentrated attention to the cause. Genuine -To be honest and open in relationships with others. YMCA Competencies (Leader) Mission Advancement Accepts and demonstrates the Y's values. Demonstrates a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs. Recruits volunteers and builds effective, supportive working relationships with them. Supports fund-raising. Collaboration Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions. Builds rapport and relates well to others. Seeks first to understand the other person's point of view, and remains calm in challenging situations. Listens for understanding and meaning; speaks and writes effectively. Takes initiative to assist in developing others. Operational Effectiveness Makes sound judgments, and transfers learning from one situation to another. Embraces new approaches and discovers ideas to create a better member experience. Establishes goals, clarifies tasks, plans work and actively participates in meetings. Follows budgeting policies and procedures, and reports all financial irregularities immediately. Strives to meet or exceed goals and deliver a high-value experience for members. Personal Growth Pursues self-development that enhances job performance. Demonstrates an openness to change, and seeks opportunities in the change process. Accurately assesses personal feelings, strengths and limitations and how they impact relationships. Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well; uses best practices and demonstrates up-to-date knowledge and skills in technology. QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Minimum age of 16 years old. Certifications required within 30 days of hire: CPR/AED, and First Aid. Excellent interpersonal and problem solving skills. Ability to connect with people of diverse backgrounds. Previous customer service, sales or related experience. Basic knowledge of computers. LANGUAGE SKILLS Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization. MATHEMATICAL SKILLS Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs. REASONING ABILITY Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to resolve routine problems. Ability to maintain confidentiality. Ability to be sensitive and alert to the needs, feelings, and safety of others. 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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, and talk and hear. The employee frequently is required to walk. The employee frequently is required to use hands to finger, handle, and/or feel objects, tools, and/or controls The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Possess adequate vision and hearing to safely monitor environment and effective communicate with members WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. The YMCA of Greater Houston provides Equal Employment Opportunities for employment to all employees and applicants, including disability and protected veteran status. #J-18808-Ljbffr