Receptionist at Spring Valley Nature Center & Heritage Farm (part-time, $15.00/hour)

Schaumburg Park District • Schaumburg, IL

241d • $15

About The Position

Our Spring Valley receptionist team provides the first point of contact for customers calling or visiting the Nature Center & Heritage Farm. The role is responsible for making guests feel welcome and being available to answer questions and provide information about the site. Responsibilities include answering phones, handling cash register sales, preparing deposits, processing program registrations, maintaining neatness of interactive displays, refilling inventory in gift sales area, and some clerical duties. Weekend responsibilities will include opening/closing either the Nature Center or Farm Museum Shop.

Requirements

• Exemplary customer service skills.
• Genuine enjoyment in interacting with the public.
• Some office/clerical and computer experience required.
• Familiarity with Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Ability to work independently.
• Willingness to adjust to a changing pace of work.
• Must be 18+ years of age.

Nice To Haves

• Flexible schedule that allows for working various days of the week.

Responsibilities

• Answer phones and greet visitors at the Nature Center & Heritage Farm.
• Handle cash register sales and prepare deposits.
• Process program registrations and maintain neatness of interactive displays.
• Refill inventory in the gift sales area.
• Perform clerical duties as needed.
• Open/close either the Nature Center or Farm Museum Shop on weekends.

Benefits

• Free fitness center membership.
• Free admission to indoor and outdoor pools.
• One free program registration per season for self or family.
• 10% discount on other program registrations.
• Free paddle boat rental at Volkening Lake.
• Free open gym admission.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: No Education Listed