Facility Ambassador
2 days ago
Calgary AB, Calgary Census Division, AB; Alberta, Canada
Westside Recreation Centre
Full-time
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The Facility Ambassador is a motivated and enthusiastic member of the Guest Relations team. This position is responsible for providing superior customer service by leading facility tours, sharing information, and driving engagement in our drop-in activities and events. This role model fosters positive experiences for staff, youth, and patrons alike. Build positive relationships with youth in the facility
Provide facility information and be able to answer questions or know who to send the customer to get the right answer
Serve as a positive role model for youth and staff in the facility
Supervision
Facility Ambassadors will frequently walk through the gyms and main facility areas to connect with youth and ensure proper facility usage
Supervise youth patrons to ensure proper code of conduct is being followed
Ensure users are responsible for using the facility and are aware of the various rules in the facility
Provide youth conflict resolution within the facility
Monitor youth behavior as a preventative service in dealing with conflict
Speak with youth about behavior concerns before they become incidents
Customer Service and Communication
Provide superior customer service in the delivery of facility tours and information
Provide exceptional customer service when handling all necessary public enquiries, customer concerns and customer relations.
Respect the customer's viewpoint and perception, even when dealing with difficult patrons, and treat them with respect.
Maintain a posture and body language that is inviting to patrons.
Educating youth on the potential opportunities in the facility, including programs, activities, and volunteer opportunities
Address the needs of the youth in a positive and respectful manner
Complete payroll records in UKG system on an accurate and timely basis.
As Facility Ambassadors mature in their role, they will assist in providing informal training, coaching and mentoring to junior or entry-level staff.
Maintain current certification in all First Aid, CPR and AED training.
Attend and complete all emergency procedure training and update sessions.
Provide clear, accurate and immediate communication to supervisors and other departments, if required.
Document and communicate all behavior issues or incidents with youth
Lead by example to ensure all general facility rules related to supervision, behavior, use and care of facility area are adhered to.
Complete first aid kit inventory monthly
Youth Orientations and Facility Tours
Facilitate and deliver Youth Orientations
Give youth the skills they need to access the building independently
Show the youth the various facility areas and associated rules
Facilitate Facility Tours for all patrons
Assist in lending out drop-in sports equipment, obtaining customer ID/Information, ensuring that equipment is returned in good working order
Organize and supervise badminton rotation during the busier badminton periods when required
Assist in setting up gyms for the scheduled drop-in or rental activity for their scheduled shift
Non-Violent conflict resolution skills and risk management awareness
In addition, the following skills would be an asset:
Previous experience in a customer service role
Background in recreation programs and facilities
Fluent in a second language
Ability to assist in difficult customer interactions and emergency-related incidents
Ability to work flexible hours in a non-traditional schedule including early mornings, evenings, weekends and holidays
Ability to manage stress related to dealing with difficult customer issues or emergency-related incidents.
Ability to manage frequent increases in volume of customers or workload.
Remote working not available for this position.