Front Desk (Overnight)
FLATS · Chicago, IL · Yesterday
On-siteManagement$21/hrPart-time
About the role
FLATS is seeking a dependable and customer-focused Front Desk Associate to provide overnight front desk coverage and help maintain a safe, secure, and welcoming environment for residents and guests.
Responsibilities
- Monitor the lobby, entrances, and common areas throughout the overnight shift
- Ensure only authorized residents and approved guests enter the building
- Verify guest access and enforce all building visitor policies
- Conduct routine patrols of the property, including common areas and amenities
- Monitor security cameras and report suspicious or unusual activity
- Respond appropriately to emergencies and contact emergency services when necessary
- Complete accurate overnight shift logs documenting incidents, maintenance concerns, disturbances, and unusual activity
- Report emergencies, safety concerns, maintenance issues, and policy violations to the Property Manager and maintenance team
- Absorb emergency maintenance requests and notify the on-call maintenance technician when appropriate
- Ensure lobby doors and building entrances remain secure throughout the shift
- Maintain a professional, welcoming, and secure environment for residents and visitors at all times
Requirements
- Previous customer service experience required
- Front desk, concierge, hospitality, residential, hotel, or security experience preferred
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Professional appearance and demeanor
- Strong observation skills with excellent attention to detail
- Able to remain calm and make sound decisions during emergencies
- Strong conflict resolution and de-escalation skills
- Able to work independently with minimal supervision
- Reliable, punctual, and dependable
- Basic computer, email, and incident reporting skills
- Able to maintain confidentiality regarding residents and property operations
- Knowledge of basic building security procedures and emergency response protocols is preferred
Success in this role
- Demonstrate outstanding customer service and interpersonal skills
- Show high integrity, professionalism, and discretion
- Show strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities
- Show excellent organizational and time management skills
- Show ability to multitask while maintaining accuracy
- Show confidence identifying suspicious activity and responding appropriately
- Show effective communication with residents, management, maintenance staff, and emergency responders
- Show commitment to providing a safe, secure, and welcoming residential environment
- Show flexibility to work overnight shifts, weekends, holidays, and schedule changes when business needs require
Physical Requirements
- Ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods
- Ability to patrol the property, including stairwells, parking areas, and common spaces
- Ability to occasionally lift up to 25 pounds
- Ability to respond quickly and effectively during emergencies
Pay
$21.00/hour
Schedule
Thursday - Sunday | 12:00 AM - 8:00 AM
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with employer match
- Paid time off (PTO)