Camp Host Lead at Watauga
ExplorUS · Elizabethton, TN · 3 mo ago
Information TechnologyFull-time
Responsibilities
- Oversees the general operations within a permitted area; corrects any operational deficiencies in order to comply with Permit, Operating Plan and Company operating standards.
- Supervises and trains hosts and maintenance personnel according to established procedures and develops effective working relationships with same.
- Aids in conducting training workshops, including new hire orientation at the beginning of each season and ongoing safety tailgate meetings.
- Maintains a good working relationship with fellow employees, governmental agency representatives, and the visiting public.
- Handles visitor complaints and rules violations in a courteous and professional manner and seeks to resolve such situations quickly and effectively.
- Troubleshoots and responds to situations as they occur within permitted areas.
- Makes suggestions and recommendations to improve or streamline operations.
- Performs manual labor tasks and may perform or supervise certain construction and maintenance tasks; assists maintenance personnel in the performance of routine duties.
- Aids in all phases of fee collection, facility and grounds maintenance tasks, and water and utility system testing as needed.
- Secures, processes and maintains all records pertaining to deposits and revenues, and submits reports as directed.
- Reports problems and any unsafe or hazardous conditions as they are discovered, and enforces rules according to Company customer service standards.
Requirements
- Strong customer service skills; enjoys working in an environment of extensive public contact.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Flexible, adaptable and resilient.
- Prior personnel management experience a plus; open to feedback and possess a desire for continuous learning.
- Possesses common sense and good judgement; able to make decisions within the boundaries of this position.
- Basic manual labor abilities, including an ability and willingness to clean and sanitize facilities with a variety of cleaning agents and chemicals.
- Ability and willingness to move about the facility for extended periods of time and occasionally lift 20+lbs.
- Excellent verbal and written communications skills.
- Solid administrative abilities and computer skills, including recordkeeping and money handling.
- Must be able to work with minimal supervision, and be able to learn quickly and follow instructions accurately.
- Willing to work a flexible work schedule, including regular evenings, weekends and holidays.