The Preservation Society of Newport County seeks part-time retail Sales Associates to work a minimum of 3 days per week up to 30 hours per week, including a mixture of weekdays and one weekend day including some holidays. Positions are open in a variety of locations which include The Elms, Marble House, the downtown store at Bannister's Wharf, and the store at Green Animals in Portsmouth, RI.
Responsibilities:
1. Provide friendly and efficient customer service at any of our PSNC Mansion Stores.
2. Assist visitors in their purchase of different merchandise items, making suggestions for merchandise purchases and completing the sale accurately and efficiently.
3. Greet visitors in a friendly and caring manner, making them feel welcome.
4. Unpack merchandise and restock displays.
5. Assist visitors in identifying their merchandise needs by asking questions as outlined in training.
6. Accurately operate cash register, credit card machine, and maintain cash drawer.
7. Complete daily sales forms, prepare deposits to send to PSNC Finance Department, count and balance cash drawer, and open/close according to procedure.
8. Alert Supervisor to any problems in the daily operation and any dissatisfied visitors.
9. Maintain and restock merchandise and supplies used in the daily operation.
10. Perform light housekeeping to include cleaning of glass, sales counter, and general work area.
Education Requirements:
High School Degree or equivalent. Retail Sales, customer service and cash handling experience preferred. Maintain a professional appearance and a positive attitude focused on customer satisfaction in a fast-paced environment. Ability to communicate with associates and guests, multitask, and balance the needs of several customers at once. Ability to read, write and perform basic math. Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time, climb ladders, and reach. Able to lift up to 20 lbs. occasionally and operate telephone, fax machine, credit card reader, and POS cash register.
Benefits:
403(b) Retirement Savings Account, Sick Time, PSNC Family Membership, Reciprocity with Local Cultural Institutions, Discounted rate with Newport YMCA.
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