Member Experience Lead

Role Overview

The Member Experience Lead is responsible for leading the member experience at Dominique Dawes Academy, ensuring every family interaction—from first inquiry through ongoing enrollment—reflects the academy's mission and standards. This role leads and develops the Member Experience Associates team, sets standards and systems for front‑desk and family‑facing operations, and owns the planning and on‑site execution of parties, special events, and showcases. Reporting to the General Manager, the Member Experience Lead serves as the primary owner of the member journey, acting as the escalation point for family concerns and ensuring consistent, high‑quality service across every touchpoint.

Key Responsibilities

• Support recruitment and selection efforts, and lead scheduling, onboarding, training, development, and performance feedback of the Member Experience team.
• Serve as the primary escalation point for family concerns or complaints requiring management‑level resolution.
• Own front‑desk operations, data systems, and reporting standards, ensuring accurate and consistent record‑keeping across shifts.
• Monitor enrollment, retention, and customer‑satisfaction metrics; partner with the General Manager to identify improvement opportunities.
• Set standards and provide guidance for family communication, inquiry response, and tuition/fee processing across the Member Experience team.
• Oversee scheduling and coverage for front‑desk and Member Experience functions.
• Serve as Manager on Duty (MOD) for assigned shifts or events, providing on‑site leadership and responding to operational, staff, and family needs.
• Lead on‑site execution of parties, special events, and showcases, coordinating staffing, logistics, and floor presence to ensure smooth and safe operations.
• Partner with the General Manager to plan and design the format and content of parties, special events, and showcases.
• Lead the in‑person experience for first‑time students, delivering a consistent, welcoming, and personalized experience for prospective families.
• Identify and implement improvements to the member experience journey from first inquiry through ongoing enrollment.
• Demonstrate a positive, solutions‑oriented attitude that aligns with the values of Dominique Dawes Academy.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

Core Competencies

• Strong leadership and team development skills.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication abilities.
• High level of professionalism, patience, and attention to detail.
• Customer‑focused with a passion for delivering outstanding member and family experiences.
• Strong organizational, planning, and problem‑solving abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and remain composed in a fast‑paced environment.
• Proficiency with office productivity tools, customer or enrollment management systems, and basic reporting and data systems.
• Dependable, self‑motivated, and collaborative.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate’s or bachelor’s degree in business, hospitality, communications, or a related field preferred.
• 3+ years of experience in customer service, hospitality, recreation, retail, membership services, or another customer‑facing service environment.
• 2+ years of supervisory or leadership experience, including scheduling, training, coaching, and providing feedback to staff.
• Experience planning or executing events, parties, programs, or other customer‑facing experiences.
• Experience in youth sports, recreation, education, or children’s enrichment environments preferred.
• CPR/AED and First Aid certification required, or ability to obtain within the required timeframe after hire.

Work Schedule & Environment

• Full‑time position, including afternoon, evening, and weekend shifts.
• Must be available during high‑traffic times such as class transitions, events, and peak seasons.
• Indoor work environment with regular interactions with children, families, and staff.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work for extended periods at a computer and alternate between sitting, standing, and walking throughout the workday.
• Regular use of computers, phones, and other office equipment.
• Ability to occasionally lift and move office supplies, event materials, and equipment up to 25 lb.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively by phone, email, and in person.