Position Summary
The Welcome Center Representative is responsible for creating a welcoming, helpful, and safe environment for all members, guests, and program participants. This position serves as the first point of contact at the YMCA, providing excellent customer service, supporting membership sales and retention, and ensuring accurate program registration and administrative support. The Welcome Center Representative upholds and models the YMCA core values ofCaring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility.
Essential Functions
Greet and assist members, guests, and program participants in a friendly and professional manner
Provide information on YMCA programs, services, schedules, and policies
Support membership sales, retention, and tours in accordance with YMCA guidelines
Process program registrations, membership transactions, and payments accurately
Answer phone calls, emails, and general inquiries promptly and courteously
Handle cash, credit card transactions, and financial close outprocedures following YMCA policies
Respond appropriately to member concerns and escalate issues as needed
Support branch safety procedures, including emergency protocols
Assist with general administrative tasks and special projects as assigned
Child Abuse Prevention verbiage:Employees and volunteers who directly supervise consumers (defined as members/program participants)will:
- Adhere to policies related to boundaries with consumers.
- Attend required abuse risk management training annually.
- Adhere to procedures related to managing high-risk activities and supervising consumers.
- Report suspicious or inappropriate behaviors and policy violations.
- Follow mandated abuse reporting requirements.
Employees and volunteers who do not directly supervise consumers will:
- Adhere to policies related to boundaries with consumers.
- Attend required abuse risk management training.
- Report suspicious and inappropriate behaviors and policy violations.
- Follow mandated abuse reporting requirements.
- Adhere to job specific abuse risk management responsibilities.
- Front desk personnel-ensure consumers are properly signed in and signed out,ensures only authorized adults are allowed in the facility, etc.
YMCA Competencies (Leader)
Mission Advancement:Demonstrates commitment to YMCA values and mission
Collaboration:Builds positive relationships with members, staff, and volunteers
Operational Effectiveness:Ensures accurate transactions and efficient front-desk operations
Personal Growth:Seeks feedback and opportunities to improve performance
Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent required
Previous customer service, sales, or administrative experience preferred
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Basic computer skills and ability to learn YMCA systems
Ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
CPR/AED and First Aid certification required within a specified time frame (training provided)
Work Schedule
Flexible schedule required, including mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed
Physical Demands
Ability to remain seated or standing for extended periods
Ability to lift up to 25 pounds occasionally
Ability to communicate effectively in person and by phone
Equal Opportunity Employer
The YMCA of South Alabama is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. All qualified candidates will be considered regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status.