Visitor Services Attendant - Part Time

Missouri Botanical Garden•St. Louis, MO

About The Position

Summary: Welcomes, admits, and directs guests ensuring the start of a positive visitor experience. Sells admission tickets and handles cash and credit card transactions in an accurate and professional manner. Provides information to visitors regarding Garden sites, attractions, special events, classes, and other information that the visitor may require in person and on the phone. Provides first level resolution to customer issues. Promotes the mission of Missouri Botanical Garden.

Requirements

Minimum of (2) years’ prior visitor/customer service experience preferred assisting the public cooperatively and courteously.
Minimum of (2) years’ experience working in retail or related work environment preferred; cash handling and completing credit card transactions experience required.
Ability to provide guest service within a fast-paced mission based public attraction; strong focus on execution and sense of urgency required.
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively at all levels; must enjoy and feel comfortable interacting and working in close proximity to general public, in a safe and friendly manner.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, high volume, retail environment.
Demonstrates highest level of professional and ethical conduct; knowledge and understanding of organizational policies, procedures and systems.
Must be punctual, dependable, self-starter, and possess the ability to effectively multi-task and work under minimal supervision.
Scheduling flexibility that allows working most weekends, evenings and holidays is required.
Exceptional, organizational, time management skills, problem-solving and conflict resolution skills required; ability to work independently with little instruction; coordinate and prioritize multiple tasks, set deadlines, and complete projects in a timely manner.
Adherence to all health and safety guidelines.
Must have received or be willing to receive the COVID-19 vaccination by date of hire to be considered. Proof of vaccination will be required.
High School diploma or equivalent required.
Proficient experience using Microsoft Office suite (i.e., Outlook, Excel, Word,).
Requires ability to perform addition, subtraction, multiplication and division; calculate percentages and decimals.
Must understand U.S. currency and be able to make change.
Requires ability to exercise independent judgment to apply facts and principles for developing approaches and techniques to problem resolution.
Must possess and maintain valid driver’s license and clean driving record prior to employment.
Ability to lift 30-60 pounds.
Requires standing, walking, bending, stooping and reaching for extended periods of time-- 75% or more of the workday is standing on feet.
May be required to perform tasks at varying heights (i.e., stepstools, climb ladders, etc.).
Ability to effectively utilize computer keyboard (typing) and cash register.
Requires extensive speaking and interaction with people.
Ability and willingness to work in varying temperatures and all weather conditions.

Nice To Haves

A valid chauffeur’s/commercial driving license (CDL) is preferred but not required.
Point of Sale (POS) experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Ensures a positive visitor experience by welcoming, admitting and directing guests in a friendly and professional manner; provides information in person or by answering telephone in an energetic and cheerful manner, providing callers with accurate information; applying comprehensive/accurate knowledge of Garden procedures and guidelines.
Processes ticket purchases using a Point of Sale (POS) ticketing system or web order entries.
Coordinates and communicates relevant information to other staff on daily events, group visits, and special requests in an organized manner.
Conducts tram tours. Responsible for driving and alternately narrating the tram in a safe and responsible manner. May assist with seasonal updates to the tram script.
Authorizes and performs ticket refunds and exchanges
Good written/verbal communication skills to respond to visitor inquires via email and phone as assigned. .
Utilizes available resources to obtain current information related to Garden and member activities/events (i.e., access websites, Garden publications, email, and other related verbal and written communication updates as needed.
Investigates and troubleshoots online, onsite and telephone ticketing issues. Works with VS Supervisor or Information Technology (I.T.) to provide feedback or note issues with ticketing hardware or software.
Issues, voids or transfers balances to MBG gift cards.
Maintains team resources including supplies and equipment.
Maintains a neat and clean Visitor Services’ work area at all times.
Ensures a safe and secure work environment in compliance with Garden standards. Respond effectively to unanticipated situations. Be alert for opportunities to improve operation and service.
May operate the switchboard, properly directing callers and providing Garden information in a professional and responsive manner.
Behaves & communicates in a manner that promotes and fosters a culture of teamwork, cooperation, and respect within our division and throughout the Garden with all employees, supervisors/managers, volunteers, visitors and others.
Assists with mentoring new hires and demonstrating proper job duties.
Performs other duties as assigned. Follows established policies and procedures, including but not limited to Employee Handbook, Garden Safety Guidelines and Department Policies.