Membership Service Representative

As a thought-leader and best-in-class provider in education, wellness, youth development, and community-building, The YMCA of Metro Atlanta is one of the oldest and most essential non-profits serving in Atlanta. Today, we’re looking for you to join us as we carry out our mission to positively impact lives and communities across the state. 

At the Y, we’re an association of like-minded people (staff, volunteers, and members), on the forefront of a movement to ensure that everyone -- especially children -- experience an equal opportunity to reach their full potential. In the course of a year, we provide more than 3,000 children, ages 6 weeks through Pre-K with high-quality literacy and STEAM-infused learning; give 58,000 youth and teens access to sports, aquatics, day and resident camps, teen leadership development programs, and employment opportunities; provide over 200,000 members with programs, services, and facilities to enjoy connection and maintain wellness regardless of age; and engage over 25,000 volunteers and donors from across Atlanta to share in the gift of supporting their communities.

NATURE AND SCOPE:

Under the direction of the Membership Director, a Member Service Representative is responsible for efficiently and effectively carrying out the duties and functions of the Member Service area.

RESPONSIBILITIES (including, but not limited to):

• Provide excellent service to members, guests, and program participants in the branch and on the phone, contributing to member retention.
• Welcome members as they enter and leave the YMCA. 
• Greet, engage, and/or provide tours to prospective members and program participants.
• Support and/or is directly involved in the sale of memberships and/or program registrations. 
• Actively develop, educates, and owns the knowledge base to quickly respond to member, prospective member, and program member questions. 
• Take steps to building committed and connected relationships with members, volunteers, and collaborative partners.
• Directly handles and resolves membership concerns and informs supervisor of unusual situations or unresolved issues.
• Implements the YMCA safety protocols related to branch operations.
• Provide a leadership role in ensuring member/staff adherence to the safety protocols, with a commitment to positive member and staff safety. 
• Maintain branch and association certifications in CPR/AED, Blood-borne Pathogens, branch orientation, and Branch Emergency procedures.
• Maintain privacy requirements by not sharing personal information about members including, but not limited to, phone numbers, addresses, program participation, financial information, or personal situations.
• Adhere to, and implement, all policies and procedures listed in the training manual and as new policies are implemented. 
• Communicate in a positive manner with members, guests, program participants and volunteers. Provide appropriate assistance as needed.
• Assist in annual branch Why It Matters Campaign. Achieve individual and team goals as related to the campaign.
• Attend all staff meetings and trainings, as required.

REQUIREMENTS:

• A working knowledge of computers (MS Word, MS Excel)
• Ability to handle multiple tasks, work independently, problem solve, and possess effective time management skills
• High degree of human relation skills: Ability to effectively communicate and manage information to peers, staff, and volunteers
• Ability to establish, collaborate and maintain relationships with staff, YMCA members, volunteers, schools, and public

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:

• 1+ years of experience in work relating to customer service, either paid or volunteer
• SPIRIT helpful
• Previous YMCA or non-profit experience

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Bending, stooping, standing, lifting, seeing, hearing, keyboard input, sitting.

Employment and Benefits package for this job posting is offered through the YMCA of Metropolitan Atlanta, Inc.

Employment Requirement: 

• Ability to pass a pre-employment background check including Criminal Record check, Drug Screening, motor vehicle record (MVR) and reference check according to company policy.

• Must be legally eligible to work in the US without current or future sponsorship.

This job posting is subject to change at any time.

The YMCA of Metropolitan Atlanta offers excellent benefits and career opportunities as part of our culture of excellence. The opportunities to serve are vast, and we’re looking for like minded people, who share our values of CARING, HONESTY, RESPECT, and RESPONSIBILITY to join us and do their best work.

The YMCA of Metropolitan Atlanta does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law.

Location:

Ed Isakson / Alpharetta YMCA