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Benefits:
- Competitive compensation
- Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with substantial company match
- Life and Travel Insurance
- Tuition Assistance
- Wellness Reimbursement Program
- Paid Holidays and Vacation
What is a Junior Clerk?
Under direct supervision perform various types of clerical work, which may include: maintaining files, messenger duties, typing, operating office machines and miscellaneous office tasks as assigned.
What does it take to be a Junior Clerk?
Required:
- A High School diploma or equivalency diploma
- Ability to sort and deliver mail via a cart, lifting and various other mailroom duties
- The ability to type, use a personal computer, telephone and other typical office equipment
- Knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel
- Ability to be flexible to a changing work environment and be able to demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills
- Valid driver’s license
Preferred:
- Associates degree in Business Administration, Accounting, or a related field of study
- Secretarial, business and/or accounting clerical experience
Applications will be accepted until June 11, 2024.
This job does not have a range. All incumbents are paid the same per collective bargaining agreement. Pay Rate: $20.87 / hour
Please go to www.centralhudson.com/employment. Click the “Search Career Opportunities” button. Follow the directions to submit an application and upload your resume for the desired position. Applications sent via e-mail and US Mail will not be accepted. No phone calls or agencies, please. All replies will be held in strict confidence.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or protected veteran status. Central Hudson Gas & Electric Corporation takes affirmative action in support of its policy to employ and advance in employment individuals who are minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities.
VEVRAA FEDERAL CONTRACTOR
- Full Time
- Immediately
- 284 South Avenue, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601
- 6/8/24
BASIC FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
The Desk Clerk performs receptionist and customer service work helping to represent Mohonk Mountain House in the best way possible as they often serve as the guest’s first impression of the resort. The Desk Clerk is responsible for checking guests in/out of rooms graciously, efficiently, and accurately. They are responsible for processing charges and payments and demonstrating knowledge of billing and payment options. The ideal candidate would be courteous, self-motivated, friendly, and detail-oriented and provide accurate information about all resort amenities and services. Computer proficiency and the ability to effectively communicate via telephone, email, and in person are essential.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Process guest check-ins using established resort procedures. Verify registration cards for the correct information and obtain guest signatures and any necessary paperwork.
- Answer guest questions with accurate information and demonstrate a friendly and helpful personality by smiling, eye contact, initiating conversation and engaging with others.
- Promote and recognize customer loyalty and provide exceptional service.
- Set-up guest reservation billing accounts for each person checking-in according to requests/requirements (shares, separate room rates/tax/incidentals, routing, comps)
- Collect information for guest billing, including tax exempt status information, credit card, check, or cash
- Assist customers with questions regarding their existing reservations. Make future reservations
- Understand reservation codes, other input codes, and special traces.
- Enter and confirm reservations in the property management system with the utmost accuracy and detail to capture important information.
- Generate and communicate daily traced requests, special attention guests, and VIPs for the front desk and other departments.
- Make Dining Reservations for hotel guests of the resort.
- Prepare key packets and registration card arrival boxes for reserved designated group business.
- Organize guest registration cards by filing all cards accurately in room number order.
- Provide information to guests on luggage storage, parking and retrieval of vehicles, and loading of luggage into cars for departure.
- Maintain a complete knowledge of all resort features, services, and activities (i.e. hours of operation, daily house counts, number of arrivals and departures, scheduled group and transient events, room availability, room types, rates, promotions, and amenities, locations of services and facilities).
- Learn and successfully demonstrate the Mohonk Mountain House Service Steps with Service Strategies with guests and staff.
- Learn and retain knowledge of historical facts and information about Mohonk Mountain House.
- Understand and comply with resort and departmental policies and procedures including required uniform and dress code policies. Maintain a professional, neat, and well-groomed appearance and wear required department-issued uniform.
- Provide professional customer service with a desire to exceed, including exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
- Demonstrate computer proficiency with Microsoft Office software (Outlook, Word, and Excel). OPERA Software knowledge a plus.
- Utilize Payment Card Industry (PCI) compliance standards to protect credit card and personal information.
- Attend required coaching and training sessions as scheduled to review service quality and productivity.
- Maintain a complete knowledge of: All resort features, services, and activities, along with hours of operation; Daily house counts, along with arrivals and departures; Scheduled group and transient activity sheets; Room availability; Room types, rates, promotions, and amenities; Dining locations and hours of operations.
- Answer telephone calls and emails in a clear and professional manner using the correct greeting and grammar usage.
- Transfer special unrelated front desk telephone calls to the appropriate departments
- Advise guests of messages (telephone, fax, etc.) and package deliveries.
- Perform basic mathematical skills including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division and perform and record cash/credit transactions accurately.
- Maintain an assigned cash bank and insure accuracy of contracted amount. Follow proper accounting procedures for deposits, refunds, rate adjustments, and end of shift audits. Adhere to cashiering and accounting policies.
- Process adjustment vouchers, paid-outs, miscellaneous charges, and room charges. Cash guests personal checks according to Mohonk Mountain House procedure. Settle guest room accounts.
- Perform an audit via Opera (PMS) programming (balance receipts) and return bank at close of shift in accordance with Mohonk Mountain House standards.
- Take information on shopping orders and relay information to the Guest Services Shopper.
- Process guest and employee dry cleaning requests accurately according to procedures. Inspect and confirm receipt of laundry from the cleaner.
- Provide transportation information and directions to guests. Book trip arrivals and departures via Mohonk Mountain House Transportation.
- Follow opening and closing procedure checklists.
- Document guest requests, concerns, and needs; and immediately communicate with appropriate departments/personnel. Follow-up to make sure the guest is satisfied with the resolution using Mohonk Mountain House Second Effort procedures.
- Keep a clean and neat work station, restock office supplies and paper supplies as necessary.
- Work in office setting subject to continuous interruptions and background noises.
- Work extended periods of time viewing a computer video monitor and input information with a keyboard.
- Work under stress from contact with public, demanding deadlines and changing priorities and conditions. Maintain a calm demeanor when under pressure.
- Maintain professional composure and use good manners on the telephone and in person.
- Be dependable, responsible, and punctual and; and maintain good attendance.
- Learn and effectively process job responsibilities efficiently and confidently.
- Demonstrate organizational skills, proofreading skills, an attention to detail, and produce well-written, error-free copies.
- Work productively and efficiently with or without supervision when performing routine tasks.
- Maintain a flexible work schedule including days/nightsweekdays/weekends, holidays, and during peak periods of business.
- Speak, read and write the English language and communicate in a clear and congenial manner, with our guests, visitors and employees. Hear verbal instructions, directions and warnings.
- Escort guests and show various room types.
- Lift up to 15 pounds (i.e. brochure, folio paper, registration card, and envelope boxes) from ground level to above head and carry distance of up to 100 feet with/ without assistance. Walk up to 3 miles per day.
- Reach with hands and arms, bend, kneel, stoop, twist and flex arms, walk up and down stairs/inclines, sit, or stand for up to 5 hours at a time. Navigate up to six flights of stairs.
- Inspect work by touch, sight, sound and smell for conformance to prescribed standards.
- See close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
- Maintain focus on the job task at hand to think clearly and quickly.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Hospitality or customer service experience required or degree in hospitality, business finance, or accounting.
- Cashiering or banking experience preferred
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
- Part Time
- Immediately
- New Paltz, NY 12561
- 5/30/24
BASIC FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Responsible for check-in and check-out of hotel guests courteously and efficiently while maintaining a high level of guest satisfaction. Maintain the resort’s communication by processing incoming and outgoing calls for guests and employees. Responds to emergency situations in a calm, efficient manner by following Mohonk’s Emergency Guide and Response Manuals. Responsible for accounting functions as they relate to processing the business day and accompanying reports.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
•Represent Mohonk to the guest so as to promote customer loyalty and provide an exceptionally high level of service.
•Understand and comply with resort and departmental policies, procedures, and customs including required uniform and dress code policies.
•Provide professional customer service with a desire to exceed including exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
•Answer telephone calls and emails in a clear and professional manner using the correct greeting and grammar usage.
•Transfer incoming telephone calls to the appropriate extensions and departments.
•Display effective computer literacy skills and be familiar with Microsoft Office software (Outlook, Word, and Excel). OPERA Software knowledge a plus. Use Payment Card Industry (PCI) compliance standards to protect credit card and personal information.
•Attend required coaching and training sessions as scheduled to review service quality and productivity.
•Maintain a complete knowledge of: All resort features, services, and activities, along with hours of operation; Daily house counts, along with arrivals and departures; Scheduled group and transient activity sheets; Room availability; Room types, rates, promotions, and amenities; Dining locations and hours of operations.
•Understand proper accounting procedures for deposits, refunds, rate adjustments, and end of shift audits.
•Understand reservation codes, other input codes, and special traces.
•Adhere to cashiering and accounting policies.
•Process adjustment vouchers, paid-outs, miscellaneous charges, and room charges.
•Cash guests personal checks via established Mohonk procedure.
•Settle guest room accounts.
•Count a bank and ensure proper amount is present.
•Perform an audit via Opera (PMS) programming (balance receipts) then put cash envelope (with witness present) in the drop safe.
•Process guest check-ins using established resort procedures. Ability to verify registration cards for the correct information and obtain guest signatures and any necessary paperwork.
•Maintain a working knowledge of, but not limited to: Avaya PBX System, Portable Radio System, Paging System, Opera PMS software, Reservations Assistant software.
•Communicate clearly in a precise manner on the telephone, paging system, pagers, and in person with a clear and pleasant speaking voice.
•Operate the emergency alarm notifier and/or implement appropriate emergency procedures and remain calm in an emergency situation.
•Analyze problems and develop and implement action plans to address problems.
•Act as the Manager on Duty (MOD) in the event of an emergency until the on-call overnight MOD arrives on the scene.
•Record and maintain the Second Effort log for maintenance, housekeeping, and conference services requests and follow-up to guest and employee request/issues.
•Log/write and deliver incoming/outgoing messages/faxes for guests and employees.
•Access all functions of the property management software as it relates to guest service/information to answer questions.
•Reserve day-of dinner reservations for overnight guests.
•Work well with guests and fellow employees to resolve complaints/issues in a positive manner.
•Demonstrate enjoyment working with people in a service position.
•Inspect the work of others by touch, sight, sound and smell for conformance to prescribed standards.
•Remain stationary at assigned posts for extended periods of time either standing or sitting.
•Lift as much as 20 pounds from ground level to waist level and carry a distance of up to 50 feet with/ without assistance. Walk up to 5 miles per day.
•See close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
•Read a computer monitor and enter pertinent data into the computer with a keyboard.
•Hear requests from guests as well as co-workers and management.
•Maintain focus on the job task at hand to think clearly and quickly.
•Flexible with work schedule.
•Speak, read and write the English language and communicate in a clear and congenial manner, with our guests, visitors and employees. Hear verbal instructions, directions and warnings.
•Reach with hands and arms, bend, kneel, stoop, twist and flex arms, walk up and down stairs/inclines, sit, climb up/down ladders or stand for up to 5 hours at a time.
•Be dependable, responsible, and punctual and; and maintain good attendance.
•Learn and effectively process job responsibilities efficiently and confidently.
•Demonstrate good organization skills and attention to detail efficiently.
•Maintain a professional, neat, and well-groomed during work shifts.
QUALIFICATIONS:
•Prior hospitality or customer service experience preferred
•Prior overnight shift experience preferred
•Prior experience with PBX or similar communication consuls preferred
•High School Diploma
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
- Part Time
- Immediately
- New Paltz, NY 12561
- 5/30/24
Job Ad: Executive Assistant
Location: New Windsor, NY
Salary: $25 - $35 per hour
Work Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm
Employment Type: Direct Hire
Are you an organized and detail-oriented individual with a passion for managing schedules and handling sensitive information? We are seeking an Executive Assistant to join our dynamic team in New Windsor, NY. As an Executive Assistant, you will play a crucial role in supporting our Chief Operating Officer (COO) by managing their daily schedule, handling financial data with confidentiality, and ensuring the smooth coordination of various tasks and events.
Executive Assistant Requirements:
- Proven experience as an Executive Assistant or in a similar administrative role.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
- Familiarity with social media platforms and content management.
- Capable of managing multiple tasks and meeting deadlines.
Executive Assistant Responsibilities:
- Daily Schedule Management: Efficiently manage the COO's calendar, including organizing vertical and in-person meetings, sending reminders, and coordinating with other team members.
- Confidentiality: Maintain 100% confidence with all sensitive financial data and records.
- Expense Tracking: Monitor and track the COO's weekly and monthly expenses, providing a detailed weekly report for review.
- Document Management: Handle paperwork and document organization efficiently.
- Event Coordination: Manage the events calendar and collaborate with other employees to ensure seamless scheduling for the COO.
- Client Interaction: Perform sales calls and arrange meetings with new clients, sending follow-up and meeting emails as necessary.
- Estimates and Reports: Prepare estimates for clients and create various reports as required.
- Meeting Arrangements: Assist in setting up and preparing for at least 10-15 in-person meetings in the conference room yearly.
- Travel Arrangements: Book flights and hotel stays for both business and vacation travel.
- Real Estate Management: Assist in searching for and managing real estate division, including document preparation for purchases and assistance with Air B&B management.
- Entertainment and Social Media: Book shows and events, manage COO's social media pages, and post/edit videos and content 2-4 times daily.
- Team Coordination: Schedule meetings for coaching and leadership development with team members.
- Marketing Collaboration: Collaborate with the marketing team to enhance the brand and contribute to business growth.
- Time Management: Ensure optimal time management and efficiency in all tasks to meet deadlines effectively.
If you are a highly motivated and proactive individual with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, we encourage you to apply for this Executive Assistant position. Help us support our COO and contribute to the success of our organization.
Why choose Ethan Allen Workforce Solutions? We make the job search easier for you! Because we have multiple open positions at our fingertips that we are looking to fill, by applying with us, we have streamlined the application process for you. That means job seekers don’t have to spend as much time searching for open positions and sending resumes.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Applications are considered on the basis of skills, experience and qualifications without regard to race, age, creed, color, nationality, gender, sexual preference, marital status, military background, disability or any other legally protected status. All employment related decisions, including hiring, advancement, promotion, compensation, training, discipline, termination and all other terms and conditions of employment, are made in accord with this policy.
- Full Time
- Immediately
- $25 - $35 Hour
- New Windsor, NY 12553
- 6/7/24
Human Resources Generalist
On-site, Poughkeepsie, New York
Overview:
The Human Resources Generalist provides clients with product offerings in a consultative fashion while also ensuring overall client satisfaction with products and services provided by NYS Certified PEO. Serves as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) with small to mid-size clients with HR business needs. Maintains ongoing relationship with client contacts and acts as the primary point of contact for Professional Employer Organization (PEO). Works collaboratively with internal partners to provide clients with effective resources for HR compliance requirements andassist in enhancing employee culture and relations. This role will be responsible to assist in providing guidance to clients in relation to Federal and State (NY) HR/Employment Law in conjunction with the Director of Human Resources. The goal of the HR Generalist and department is to empower and educate clients in the myriad of HR issues facing small to moderate sized businesses.
Human Resources Generalist Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree or relevant experience (5+ years) in a HR Generalist or managerial capacity with Employee Relations experience and varied industry understanding.
- Ability to work onsite Monday thru Friday in Poughkeepsie.
- Exceptional attention to detail with strong communication acumen; written and verbal.
- Motivation to develop skills to keep pace with changing landscape of HR.
- Capacity to commute locally, during normal working hours, up to 25% of the time
Human Resources Generalist Responsibilities:
- Services clients and provides consultative guidance to ensure appropriate resolution of client issues. Partners and collaborates with internal departments/subject matter experts in delivering actionable responses or plans to client’s concerns.
- Collaborates with clients on Employee Handbooks updates for legal compliance, industry standards and clarity of benefit implementation. This includes the creation, review, and enhancement of employee handbooks utilizing relevant software.
- Provides consultative guidance and advice to clients in the areas of Performance Management, Recruiting and Retention Strategies, Compensation, Performance Development, Employee Engagement, Employee Relations, Compliance, Regulations, and Culture Enhancement.
- Responsible for ensuring shared employees are compliant with all required training/certifications.
- Communicates and interprets HR policies and procedures while providing remedies for any employee relations issue that may arise. Seeks appropriate guidance and support from Director of HR and Legal counsel as applicable.
- Maintains an awareness of HR trends and conducts training based on available resources.
- Promotes high-quality customer service to clients.
Compensation:
Benefits offered to employees include Medical, Dental, Vision, Paid Family Leave, Life Insurance, 401(k) Retirement, Holidays, Vacation and Sick days. Compensation for this position will be commensurate with experience and provide the successful candidate with extensive experience in a large number of industries.
This is an exceptional opportunity for an HR Professional that is looking to provide consultative HR expertise to business leaders throughout the Hudson Valley.
Why choose Ethan Allen Workforce Solutions? We offer many entry level administrative positions that are great for candidates who are looking to expand their skill set or get their foot in the door with many companies in the Hudson Valley. We’ve built our relationships with clients based on the candidates we send them, and they trust that we will send them top quality candidates. Candidates love working with us because we are able to find them work quickly. Our employees are paid on a weekly basis and are afforded the opportunity to enroll in our health insurance plan. Many of our positions are temp-to-hire, meaning that after a certain amount of time, the client can choose to hire our employee as one of their own.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Applications are considered on the basis of skills, experience and qualifications without regard to race, age, creed, color, nationality, gender, sexual preference, marital status, military background, disability or any other legally protected status. All employment related decisions, including hiring, advancement, promotion, compensation, training, discipline, termination and all other terms and conditions of employment, are made in accord with this policy.
- Full Time
- Immediately
- Poughkeepsie, NY 12601
- 6/3/24
BASIC FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
The Spa/Fitness Receptionist is responsible for answering the telephone, greeting customers, scheduling appointments, selling merchandise, and orientating guests to the Spa and its facilities. The ideal candidate would be courteous, self-motivated, and detail-oriented. Benefits include generous and competitive pay, commission, career growth potential, training and workshops with leading companies in the Spa industry.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Welcome all guests and answer phone calls in a timely manner in accordance with guest service training guidelines; ensure a consistent guest service experience by adhering to Mohonk Mountain House’s 14 Service Steps and Strategies.
- Take, organize, and coordinate reservations for services.
- Follow standard operating procedures regarding check-in of Spa guests, including handling payment for services and products according to guest’s preference (room charge, credit or gift card, cash, check, etc.)
- Maintain high level of product knowledge by attending product training sessions and participating in new service trainings by receiving incoming services.
- Demonstrate knowledge of products and services, educate guests, and sell merchandise, and create and maintain displays.
- Play an active and hands on role in supporting the appearance of the Spa by maintain the cleanliness of the reception, locker room and relaxation areas through merchandising, stocking and following Cleaning and Sanitation procedures.
- Maintain a neat and orderly workspace.
- Attend associate meetings and applicable workshops.
- Demonstrate a positive attitude and actions through a display of courtesy, service, cooperation, hospitality, empathy, sensitivity and professionalism to guests and team members.
- Perform basic administrative duties such as filing, photocopying, scanning, and faxing. Handle mail orders, track packages, mail/email correspondences.
- Work productively and efficiently with or without supervision when performing routine tasks.
- Perform basic mathematical skills including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division and perform and record cash/credit transactions accurately.
- Maintain the proper balance in cash drawers, making change orders when necessary.
- Demonstrate proficiency with Windows-based operating systems and use software including MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook.
- Reach with hands and arms, bend, kneel, stoop, twist, walk up and down stairs/inclines, sit, climb up/down ladders or stand for up to 5 hours at a time.
- Lift up to 50 pounds from ground level to 4 feet to place on cart with/without assistance. Walk up to 3 miles per day.
- See close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus; Distinguish between colors, shades, tints.
- Inspect work by touch, sight, sound and smell for conformance to prescribed standards.
- Speak, read and write the English language and communicate in a clear and congenial manner, with our guests, visitors and employees. Hear verbal instructions, directions and warnings.
- Adhere to all Mohonk Mountain House and Departmental policies and procedures.
- Adhere to Mohonk Mountain House’s Dress and Grooming Standards and those of the Spa; presenting a neat, clean and well-groomed appearance and maintaining a positive, professional image to our guests.
- Learn and successfully demonstrate the Mohonk Mountain House Service Steps with Service Strategies with guests, staff and contractors
- Learn and retain knowledge of historical facts and information about Mohonk Mountain House.
- Maintain a flexible work schedule including days/nights, weekdays/ends, holidays and during peak periods of business.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- At least 18 years of age.
- Standard First Aid and CPR certification preferred.
- At least 3 years of experience in Resort/Hotel or the like preferred.
- High School, Business School or Business Degree a plus.
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
- Full Time
- Immediately
- New Paltz, NY 12561
- 5/18/24