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FirstService Residential Careers

Front Desk Supervisor

FirstService Residential Careers, Minneapolis

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Description
Hours: Monday-Friday 4:00 p.m.-12:00 a.m.
The Desk Attendant Supervisor provides superior customer service to residents, guests, and vendors; responds promptly to resident inquiries and concerns and resolves issues in a timely efficient manner. The Desk Attendant Supervisor oversees Desk Attendant staff and communicates issues, concerns, and events with the Community Manager regarding daily activities of the property. The Desk Attendant Supervisor works with Community Manager to help with and take ownership of administrative duties as assigned. The Desk Attendant Supervisor's schedule is Monday through Friday on the second shift. There may be occasional staff meetings, training or shift coverage requiring additional hours outside of the regular schedule.
The Desk Attendant Supervisor provides superior customer service to residents, guests, and vendors; responds promptly to resident inquiries and concerns and resolves issues in a timely efficient manner. The Desk Attendant Supervisor oversees Desk Attendant staff and communicates issues, concerns, and events with the Community Manager regarding daily activities of the property. The Desk Attendant Supervisor works with Community Manager to help with and take ownership of administrative duties as assigned. The Desk Attendant Supervisor's schedule is Monday through Friday on the second shift. There may be occasional staff meetings, training or shift coverage requiring additional hours outside of the regular schedule.
E s s en t i a l Du t i e s & Resp on s i b i l i t i e s
The j o b d u ties li s t e d a r e t yp ical e x a m p l e s o f the w o r k p erf o r m ed b y p o s i ti o n s in t h is j o b cla s sif i cat i o n . N o t all d u t i es assi gn ed t o e v e r y p o s i ti o n are incl ud ed, n o r is it e x p ec t ed that all p o sit i o n s w ill be assi gn ed e v e r y d u t y .

Accountability for servicing residents with a focus on the values of FirstService Residential: Do What's Right, Own It, Improve It, Aim High, Build Great Relationships, and Be Genuinely Helpful.
• Must maintain regular and punctual attendance to required shifts, meetings, training, and related employment engagements to support position responsibilities and duties. Any alterations to the required schedule must be reviewed and approved, in advance, by your supervisor.
F un c t i on s a n d R e s pon s i b i li t i e s o f D e s k Attendant: While o n d u ty m u st be in C om p a n y ap p r o v ed atti r e, f o ll o w the C om p a n y dress c o d e p o lic y , and i d entificati o n ba dg es a n d n a m e pl a te m u st always be d is p lay e d.
• Maintain an active presence at the front desk. Provide superior customer service to residents, guests, vendors, contractors
• Respond promptly to resident inquiries, concerns and emergencies and assist in managing issues in a timely and efficient manner.
• Maintain a calm and pleasant personality in all types of situations and create great customer service outcomes. Interacts with residents, guests and fellow team members with tact and courtesy.
• If applicable, input parcels and deliveries into the Connect package tracking program. Monitor package room
• Log all relevant information/events that happen during your shift.
• Monitor security cameras, watch for any rule violations, and file appropriate reports.
• Assess all situations accordingly and contact Resident Building Caretaker on call when necessary.
• Be knowledgeable of all Rules and Regulations and take appropriate action if any deviations are observed.
• Read all previous logs and memos and stay informed of events happening at the property.
• Adheres to prescribed standard operation procedures covering all aspects of residential operations.
• Communicate any important issues to the Community Manager.
• Manage any special projects assigned to you by the Community Manager.
• Other duties may be assigned as necessary to provide seamless and excellent experience for our internal and external clients.
• Follow safety procedures and maintain a safe work environment.
Desk Attendant Supervisor:
• Communicating on a regular basis with the Community Manager and desk attendant staff.
• Updating and training current staff on any changes of procedure or policy.
• Maintaining the desk attendant manual and training information for the property.
• Working with the Community Manager and assisting when needed for administrative tasks which may include help with memos, newsletter, Connect, community room reservations, the homeowner website etc.
• Maintaining the staff calendar for desk attendants.
• Communicating with regular and scheduled fill-in staff via weekly memo, copying the Community Manager and Senior Staff Manager on correspondence.
• Send shift reminders to any float staff or regular staff working an additional shift.
• Send the staff payroll grid to the Senior Staff Manager and Community Manager at the end of each pay period.
• Assisting staff to find coverage for shifts when needed. The Desk Attendant Supervisor will be on a rotating schedule to assist the desk staff with finding coverage or covering an open shift if needed.
• Training all new regular and float staff.
• Holding yearly in person staff meeting.
• Communicating with the Community Manager in regard to the staff/staffing issues and any major procedural changes
• Responsible for identifying and addressing staff performance and conduct issues, including providing additional training, regular coaching, guidance, and support to encourage improvement. If issues persist and written documentation is required, the supervisor must first review the proposed language with the Community Manager and HR prior to presenting it to the associate.
• Conducting yearly desk attendant performance reviews.
• Carrying out occasional spot checks and visiting staff on your off shifts when needed.
Ad d i t i ona l D u t i e s & Res p on s i b i l i t i e s
• Practice and adhere to FirstService Residential Global Service Standards.
• Conduct business at all times with the highest standards of personal, professional, and ethical conduct.
• Perform or assist with any operations as required to maintain workflow and to meet schedules.
• Notify supervision of unusual equipment or operating problems and the need for additional material and supplies.
• May participate in any variety of meetings and work groups to integrate activities, communicate issues, obtain approvals, resolve problems, and maintain specified level of knowledge pertaining to new developments, requirements, policies, and regulatory guidelines.
• Ensure all safety precautions are followed while performing the work.
• Follow all policies and Standard Operating Procedures as instructed by Management.
• Perform any range of special projects, tasks and other related duties as assigned.
S upe r v i s o r y Resp on s i b i l i t y
Direct supervision of desk staff
E du c a t i o n & Ex pe ri e n c e
Qu a lificati o n s R e qu ire d :
• H i g h Scho o l d i p l o m a
• Backg r o un d in s er v i ce i nd u stry o r cu s t om er se r v i c e fi e ld
• Ex c el, Out l o o k, a n d W o rd e xperie n ce
Qu a lificati o n s P r ef e r r ed:
• Associa t e o r b ac h e l o r's de g ree
• Staff s up er v i s o r y e xperie n c e
• Backg r o un d in s er v i ce i nd u stry o r cu s t om er se r v i c e f i e ld
• Backg r o un d in p r ov i d i n g a d m i n istrat i v e se r v ic e s
• Ex c el, Out l o o k, a n d W o rd e xperie n ce
Kno wl ed g e , S k i l l s & P r o f i ci enc i e s
To p e rf o r m th i s j o b succ e s s f u ll y , an i nd ivid u al m u st b e a b le t o per f o r m e a ch es s e n tial du ty s atisfa c t o ri l y . The req u ir e m e n ts lis t ed b e l o w a r e r epresen t ati v e o f t h e kn o wled g e, s k ill a n d /o r a b ility r e qu ire d .
• Knowledge of customer service principles and practices
• Customer service focused and understands the value of a smile
• Outgoing and confident personality with consistent professional demeanor, able to handle varying personalities
• Collaborative attitude and team player but also can work independently
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills
• Knowledge of basic computer applications/skills
• Knowledge of basic administrative duties and organization skills
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize duties
• Exceptional communication skills - verbal and written
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Highly organized and detailed-oriented
• Problem solving skills
• Able to take directions
• Reliable, punctual, and discreet
Tools and Equipment
C o m pu t e r, k e y b o ar d , pr in t er, e t c.
Secu r ity and Ca m era Mo n i t o ri n g Eq u i p m ent

Physical Requirements/Working Environment
The ph y sical d e m a nd s des c ri b ed here a r e rep r es e n t a t i v e o f th o s e that m u s t b e m et by an as s o cia t e t o successfu l ly per f o rm t h e e s sential fu n ct i o n s o f t h is j o b .
  • Standing or sitting at a desk for extended periods of time
  • Working at a computer throughout the day (keyboard and mouse use)
  • Walking around the property. Ability to navigate the property quickly and easily as required to meet the job functions.
  • Ability to lift to 30 pounds
  • Bending down

Rea s o n a b le ac com mo d a ti on m a y be m a d e t o e n a b le i nd ivid u als with d i sa b ilit i es to pe r f o r m the ess e n tial f un cti o n s. H o u rs o v er a n d a b o v e n o r m al o ff i ce h o u rs w ill o ccur, inc lud i n g ev en ing s, h o li d ays, a n d some w e e k en d s. Sc h e du le is su b je c t t o c h a ng e b ased o n b u si n e ss n e eds.
What We Offer
As a full-time non-exempt associate, you will be eligible for full comprehensive benefits to include your choice of multiple medical plans, dental, vision, EAP services, Life Insurance, and Long-Term Disability coverage. In addition, you will be eligible for vacation and sick time off benefits, 10 paid holidays, and a 401k with company match. Travel is local and only necessary for training or meetings in the Twin Cities Metro area.
Compensation; $22 an hour