Guest Relations Manager I
5 days ago
Salem
Job Description Recruiting Opportunity Closes: 04.30.2026 Hourly Wage: $20.36 Hours Per Week: 29 Status: Non-Exempt / Part Time Number of Positions: 1 Department: Guest Services Position Title: Guest Relations Manager I The Salvation Army Mission Statement: The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination. Application Instructions: Complete the online job application, upload a resume. To apply online go to: Guest Relations Manager 1 , or To apply in person go to 1865 Bill Frey Dr., Salem, OR 97305. Bring a resume and complete the job application provided to you. Incomplete applications will not be accepted. Questions, contact Austin Alters at or call 503-798-4789. Mr. Alters is the sole point of contact for questions regarding this position. Recruiting Accommodation Statement: To obtain assistance with accommodations related to the American’s with Disabilities Act (ADA) concerning your application process, please contact 1-888-887-6528 or email , attention Eric Hansen or Sheila Jordan. Scope of Position: The Guest Relations Manager position represents Kroc Management as the Manager on Duty and responds to various issues and incidents including emergencies and customer concerns. This position supervises cash handling and ensures the safe and secure day-to-day operations of the Kroc Center by enforcing established standards and procedures. Responsibilities include resolving customer billing issues, responding to customer services concerns, and promoting the enforcement of rules and guidelines. The Guest Relations Manager I is responsible for selling and/or verifying membership through the Point of Sale (POS) system, provide information and answering questions about available programs. This position assumes a leadership role for the Welcome Desk and assists the Membership Coordinator as directed. This position is part of Guest Services and the Welcome Desk Team. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required: • Professional: The ability to work in a distinctively Christian environment. The ability to interact with co-workers and the public in a positive, professional manner in conformity with The Salvation Army Mission Statement. The ability to work with people of diverse backgrounds and circumstances. Demonstrate the ability to relate positively and energetically with staff, clients, members and customers. Must have the ability to maintain a non-judgmental attitude in working with customers, clients, members, and staff. The individual must possess the self-discipline necessary to perform repetitive tasks without lowering the quality of work and be able to work with limited supervision, and in a team setting with other professionals. Finally, they must exercise good judgment and be comfortable taking initiative with projects. They must be able to remain poised with the public/coworkers in a busy and demanding work environment., • Oversee compliance with cash handling policies and procedures. Process sales, make changes, and operate the POS computer software. Secure the POS area at the open and close of shifts. Supervises the opening and closing procedures including the opening and closing of KIOSKs., • Maintains knowledge of all programs and events at the Kroc Center. Monitor daily operations in the facility, making regular rounds and alerting appropriate leads/management when issues arise., • Monitor security of rooms and closets, locking rooms when not in use., • Respond to accidents and injuries in the facility and ensure appropriate follow through., • Serve as the point of contact for member/guest issues; take personal responsibility and action to resolve issues. Work with the coordinators/directors of the affected department to investigate and resolve. Follow up to ensure the member/guest has been contacted and the issue addressed. Log and track all customer issues., • Attend staff meeting as assigned., • Provide leadership to the Welcome Desk, • Develop a professional friendly rapport with members/guests learning personalities, opinions and other preferences listening for valuable input to contribute to the development of operations at the Kroc Center., • Oversee Welcome Desk Associates., • Serve as the point of contact for staff regarding sick calls, personal emergencies and other issues in the absence of department management., • Take ownership of facility issues by notifying the appropriate department, staff, manager to resolve issues, or by handling simple issues personally., • Send representatives to meetings involving Kroc Events: Programs, Development, Facilities, Corps, or Guest Services., • Ensure that all customers, clients and members are given prompt and courteous service., • Be an ambassador for the Kroc Center by giving tours, promoting the center and selling memberships., • Must be well groomed and adhere to the required dress code., • Must be able to perform tasks of a repetitive nature without diminishing performance., • Must be able to walk, bend, stoop, squat, twist body, stand for short/long periods of time, kneel, push, pull, have sense of touch, reach, grasp with hands and fingers, lifting and carrying up to 40 pounds unassisted, climb stairs, close vision, distance vision, talk, hear, have-eye hand coordination, have manual dexterity, speak and read, and working in noisy areas, as these movements are a regular requirement of this position. This position may have frequent phone and in person contact with people from diverse backgrounds who may be angry, hostile, confused or frustrated. This position will work with minimum supervision. The worker may be required to make independent decisions that may involve unique or unusual situations and/or complex issues dealing with demanding requests. This position has access to confidential and private information. It is essential that confidentiality and privacy be observed. Miscellaneous: The candidate chosen for this position will be required to pass a criminal history information check. Conviction of a crime will not automatically preclude employment. The circumstances involved in the conviction(s) will be considered. Qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation. A qualified person with a disability may request a modification or adjustment to the job or work environment in order to meet the physical requirements of the position. The Salvation Army will attempt to satisfy requests as long as the accommodation needed is reasonable and no undue hardship will result. When you are on your 15-minute break you must stay on the premises. Education and Work Experience: • Education – High school diploma or GED equivalency required.