Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

PURPOSE OF POSITION:

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Under the general direction of the Center Director, the Parking Lot Attendant is responsible for creating a welcoming, warm and safe environment for members and guests as soon as they enter our parking lots. Parking lot attendants will be responsible for welcoming, greeting and assisting all members and guests that visit our Y facilities. Parking lot attendants will have use of a golf cart for each Center to assist in transporting guests and members to and from their cars as well as being mobile around the Center and parking lot.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Greet and assist all members and guests in the parking lot, particularly those with children or older members that may need assistance entering and exiting the building.
• Create a warm, welcoming and friendly environment for our Y’s, beginning in the parking lot and leading to the entrance to the building. This will entail greeting guests and members, asking if they need assistance and making sure everyone feels welcome.
• Be visible, alert and present to all members and guests in the outside areas of the center.
• Monitor parking lots and YMCA center perimeter to ensure safety of members and guests.
• Keep the outside area free of litter and trash.
• Additional responsibilities as assigned.

YMCA LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES:

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 fundraising.

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, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Six months or more of related experience is preferred.
• Valid driver’s license with clean driving record
• Ability to read and interpret instructions, procedures, manuals, signs and other documents.
• Ability to make quick decisions with sound judgment.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Great attention to detail

WORK SCHEDULE: The work schedules may vary per the Y’s hours of operation. Most Y’s are open 7 days a week: Mon. – Fri. 5:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.Sat. 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Sun. 1:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.Work flexible hours, including weekends, evenings and holidays

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Sufficient physical strength and agility to carry out essential duties.
• Ability to remain on feet for extended periods of time
• Ability to work in extreme weather conditions
• Requires constant movement around the facility.

The YMCA of Memphis & the Mid-South aims to provide quality and safe youth programs for all. We are committed to making a continuous effort to prevent the abuse of children: verbally, physically, emotionally and sexually. All allegations or suspicions of child abuse are taken seriously and will be reported to the State for investigation with full cooperation from the YMCA of Memphis & the Mid-South

Requirements:

Job Tags

Holiday work, Immediate start, Flexible hours, Afternoon shift,

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