Hotel Customer Service Agent, Nf-02/Rpl

Job summary

It is the applicant's responsibility to read all sections and associated links in this announcement. Edelweiss Lodge and Resort, nestled in the heart of the Bavarian Alps, proudly serves U.S. service members, veterans, and their families. Offering world-class hospitality, recreation, and relaxation, the resort provides a memorable getaway filled with comfort, adventure, and appreciation for those who serve our nation.

Major duties

DESCRIPTION OF MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Serves as a hotel customer service agent at a hospitality property with full responsibility for duties related and adjacent to the guest service cycle for front office operations. Serves as the hotel representative welcoming and interacting with guests, internal and external customers, and other visitors. Responsible for executing all processes and policies associated with reservations, room assignments, efficient check in and out of guests, identification and entitlements verification, payment processing and guest room key provision and control. Posts charges and payments on guest folios and responsible for the accountability and safekeeping of any assigned change fund. Maintains and updates notes and logs of all activities, and reports to management discrepancies and performance outcomes. Exercises independent judgement to resolve guest complaints as appropriate, maintains daily logs, updates frequently asked questions, and advises supervisor or work leader of more serious and non-routine concerns for resolution. Performs duties normally associated with front office operations as desk clerk, telephone services, reservations, luggage storage, lost & found, accountability reports, parking assistance and security for the hotel operation. Maintains the general cleanliness and appearance of the lobby, breakfast area, common areas, and furniture to ensure overall guest comfort. Provides communication assistance in medical and fire emergencies and may serve as primary point of contact during such emergencies. Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualification

RESUMES MUST BE TWO PAGES (OR LESS). QUALIFICATIONS MUST BE CLEARLY VERIFIABLE IN YOUR RESUME. GOVERNMENT POSITIONS MUST INCLUDE PAY PLAN, SERIES, GRADE, TO AND FROM DATES, AND GOVERNMENT AGENCY/DEPARTMENT. Must include at least one year of experience performing duties at a level which equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to perform successfully in the position. QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: Applicant must have one year of post-high school experience in the hospitality industry or one year of post-high school education. Possess demonstrated knowledge, skills, and abilities that indicate the capability to work independently, and perform the duties summarized above with minimal to no supervision. Must possess good customer service skills, a positive attitude, and desire to help others in order to exercise tact and diplomacy when interacting with people, as demonstrated in work experience in the hospitality industry. Must be able to communicate verbally and in writing using the English Language in a clear, concise, and grammatically correct manner. Must have mathematical ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide at the level necessary to prepare reports, count accurately, and provide accurate change. Ability to use office automated equipment in the performance of the required duties. Must be comfortable with and have experience using common office software with capabilities similar to Microsoft Outlook, SharePoint, Word, PowerPoint and Excel. All Qualified applicants will be rated against the highly qualifying criteria by a rating panel for evaluation of the quality and extent of your total accomplishments, experience and education. Those applicants determined to be highly qualified will be referred to the hiring official for consideration. The highly qualified candidates may undergo an interview and reference checks. All answers to the Highly Qualifying Criteria must be demonstrated in your resume to get credit.

Education

High School graduate or equivalent. All candidates (to include current employees) are required to include transcripts with their application package. Failure to do so may result in an ineligible rating. Only education from accredited and pre-accredited institutions will be accepted. Foreign education must be evaluated for equivalency in the United States. For more information, please click here.

Evaluations

Your Application Matters: How We Will Review It We want to help you put your best foot forward! Please take time to carefully follow all application instructions - missing information or skipped steps could impact your eligibility. Your application will be thoughtfully reviewed to see how well your experience and qualifications align with the requirements listed in this announcement. This includes your resume, supporting documents, and responses to the assessment questionnaire. We will consider your responses to our application questionnaire. If you're tentatively qualified, we'll take a closer look to ensure your questionnaire responses match the experience reflected in your resume and documentation. Note: If it's later found that qualifications or experience were overstated, it may affect your consideration for the position - so honesty and clarity are key. Understanding Eligibilities: What You Can Claim When Applying When you apply for a federal position through USAJOBS or USA Staffing, you may be eligible for selection preference or priority consideration based on your background or status. These eligibilities can improve your chances of being considered or referred for a position. Depending on your situation, you may be able to claim one or more of the following eligibilities: NAF Preference 1 Spouse Employment Preference (SEP) NAF Preference 2 Involuntarily Separated From the Military (ISMP) NAF Preference 3 Family Member Preference (FMP) (Foreign OCONUS ONLY) NAF Priority Consideration 1 Business Based Action (BBA) NAF Priority Consideration 2 Former NAF Employee (FNE)/Current NAF (CNE)/Current APF Employee (CAE) NAF Priority Consideration 3 Outside Applicant Veteran (OAV) (Includes spouses and parents) Tip: Be sure to review each eligibility carefully and provide the required documentation. Claiming an eligibility without proper support may affect your application status. Looking for more details? Refer to the Who Gets Initial Consideration (Selection Preferences) and the What Other Considerations are Available sections of our Applicant Information Kit.