Store Associate (Part-Time)

Part-time, non-exempt union position reporting to the Museum Store Manager. Minimum pay rate: $15.61/hour.

About the Role

Assist customers, conduct sales transactions, display merchandise, and help maintain the store and its auxiliary areas.

Responsibilities

• Operate a computerized cash register and calculator (previous experience preferred).
• Greet and approach customers, discuss merchandise, and conduct transactions in a pleasant, professional manner with a neat appearance.
• Conduct and complete computerized register transactions, including sales, returns, gift certificates, and interdepartmental transfers.
• Wrap and package purchases.
• Provide information about merchandise and artist/manufacturer using product knowledge and available resources.
• Open and/or close the store, reconcile the register and receipts.
• Assist with light cleaning: dusting, sweeping, and organizing merchandise.
• Provide customers with information about museum events.
• Restock and merchandise products on the sales floor.
• Assist with organization and maintenance of storage areas.
• Support staff with special projects such as inventory, special orders, clearance sales, exhibit store setup, receiving projects, and museum events.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum retail experience.
• Experience in retail sales, customer service, or related skills (preferred).
• Knowledge of and/or interest in art.

Physical Requirements

• Move fixtures, products, and equipment weighing up to 20 lbs without assistance.
• Frequently move about the store.
• Reach high and low shelves.
• Access the customer service area.
• Discern and distinguish price tags and product information.
• Interact and communicate with customers and Museum staff.
• Use computers and productivity machinery such as cash registers and calculators.

Skills & Temperament

• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Systematic, meticulous, reliable, and patient.
• Self-starter who works well under pressure.
• Manages time efficiently.
• Analyzes and solves problems independently and collaboratively when necessary.
• Flexible and able to embrace changes due to departmental priorities.
• Ability to work with a wide variety of people to achieve the Museum’s goals.

Pay

$15.61/hour (minimum rate).