The YMCA of Metropolitan Los Angeles is not only the premiere non-profit in Los Angeles, it is also a great place to work, make a difference in your community and meet like-minded individuals. With twenty-six branches, three camps and over fifty child care sites, the LA Y is a highly-collaborative, rewarding and fun environment where you will discover your passion, grow your career and make an impact!

We believe in the four Core Values of Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility and understand that our staff are our biggest asset! We strive to create high-performing, strong teams in each of our branches and are looking for passionate and enthusiastic staff who will help us to strengthen our impact, empower our community and deliver incredible programming!

Position Description

The Membership Service/Social Media Representative is responsible for leading membership growth including marketing and lead generation, prospect management, and conversion to membership. The Membership Service Representative will meet and exceed sales goals by handling all membership inquiries (phone, email, in person), identifying and actively problem-solving to overcome objections/obstacles to joining. Other responsibilities will include community outreach by participating in the planning and execution of membership marketing events in an effort to increase membership growth.

Qualifications

• AGE: 16 years or older. Under 18, work permit required
• EDUCATION: High school diploma or equivalent
• SPECIALIZED SKILLS: Strong character values; communication skills; Basic computer skills and working knowledge of M/S Office
• RELATED EXPERIENCE: Customer service experience preferred
• AVAILABILITY: Must be available to work a minimum of 15 hours per week
• This position requires the final candidate to successfully pass an E-Verify check. For more information about E-Verify, please visit https://www.e-verify.gov/employees/e-verify-overview.

WORK ENVIRONMENT/MINIMUM PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Responsibilities

• Create a welcoming environment for all by warmly greeting all members and
• Provide excellent customer service to members, guests, and program
• Ensure all membership and program enrollments are accurately processed ensuring all member information is current, by confirming contact information during.
• Process program registrations, payments, and membership
• Respond to inquiries by providing accurate and thorough information at all times while on the phone or conducting an
• Provide access control by confirming that all membership cards are scanned upon entry to ensure membership is active and up to date. This includes checking to ensure photo on membership card matches individual entering the facility as well as checking Member Access Notes to resolve any outstanding matters when
• Provide support to Membership Team sales goals when necessary, including:
  • Providing over the phone and in-person prospective member interviews, and provide welcoming and thorough tours. Close all interviews/tours with an invitation to join the YMCA.
• Respond promptly and courteously to all member complaints, compliments and inquiries while following the appropriate procedures at all times.
• Understand and be able to discuss and promote all YMCA programs. Inform members of YMCA programs that will meet their changing needs and interests.
• Engage with members regarding their participation in YMCA Programs, Annual Support Campaign, and special events.
• Offer possible options when members inquire into cancellations, while following all appropriate procedures.
• Pass policies, and administrate member issues as they arise. Positively interpret these policies to members.
• Follow daily cash handling procedures when processing payments and end of day reconciliation.
• Attend staff meetings and trainings as required.
• Uphold YMCA policies for safety, supervision, mandated reporting and risk management.
• Demonstrate the Six Pillars of Character (Trustworthiness, Citizenship, Respect, Responsibility, Caring, Fairness) as well as the YMCA Core Values of caring, respect, honesty and responsibility in all dealings with members, guests, volunteers and fellow staff.
• Demonstrate competencies in and willingness to develop in the Cause Driven Leadership areas of mission advancement, collaboration, operational effectiveness and personal growth.
• All other duties as assigned by your supervisor.
• Cultivate the presence of the Santa Anita Y across various social media platforms.
• Innovate and execute captivating marketing strategies to expand social media reach and engagement.
• Collaborate with different departments to showcase upcoming registrations, events, and programs.
• Skillfully manage business-related posts across social media channels.
• Craft and deliver versatile communications tailored to address the diverse needs of various target audiences.
• Efficiently organize and schedule social media content on a weekly basis.
• Proficient in utilizing Canva for content creation and design tasks.