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Posted Job TitleRacquet Sports Front Desk Assistant

Job Profile TitleTemporary Employee - Non-Exempt

Job Description SummaryPenn Racquet Sports is searching for a reliable, detail oriented, energetic front desk assistant for both Tennis and Squash Centers. Must be computer savvy with excellent customer service. Tennis or Squash knowledge is a plus yet not required. Position will work 15-30 hours per week. Morning and Midday shifts available.

Job Description

Responsibilities

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  Answering phone calls

  
  


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  Reserving courts, clinics, or private lessons on the schedule

  
  


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  Checking players in

  
  


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  Explaining our offerings & selling memberships

  
  


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  Collecting payments

  
  


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  Additional administrative tasks as needed

  
  


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  Ensure that the front desk area is kept clean and organized

  
  

Qualifications

Previous customer service experience required.

Job Location - City, StatePhiladelphia, Pennsylvania

Department / SchoolDivision of Recreation & Intercollegiate Athletics

Pay Range

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Special Requirements

Background check may be required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.

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