Gift Store and Rentals Coordinator
About The Position
The National Marine Sanctuary Foundation is seeking a part-time Gift Store and Rentals Coordinator to support operations in the Sanctuary Exploration Center gift store and coordinate facility rentals. This position will oversee upkeep and accounting for the store, work with vendors to stock mission-aligned inventory, and coordinate facility rentals for the public and partners. The goals of the Sanctuary Exploration Center are to educate visitors about the sanctuary’s unique and fascinating coastal marine environment and to encourage stewardship of the sanctuary and a better understanding of how to responsibly enjoy and protect the ocean. The Foundation is committed to a culture of inclusion, equity, and belonging, and is dedicated to attracting and retaining a diverse staff.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Minimum of one year retail management/supervisory experience OR two years retail store experience, including cash handling and inventory tracking
- Proficient computer skills with a variety of programs (Google Suite, Excel, database entry)
- Good communication and customer service skills, both written and verbal
- Ability to work two weekdays and at least one weekend day, as well as occasional evenings
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s or Associate's degree
- Supervisory, leadership, and coaching skills
- Experience working in a small business, boutique, and/or non-profit storefront
- Knowledge of financial, budgetary, and accounting best practices
- Knowledge of retail and merchandising trends with a focus on quality, marketing, and presentation
Responsibilities
- Administer and maintain the retail operations of the gift and bookstore.
- Recruit, track, and support coordination of rental use of the facility for events, workshops, and meetings.
- Support day-to-day operations at the center, working with volunteers and staff to create a welcoming environment for visitors and handling opening and closing operations.
- Identify appropriate merchandise to meet the mission of the Sanctuary Exploration Center to promote educational and environmentally sustainable products.
- Order and purchase all inventory, maintaining appropriate amounts based on sales volume and season.
- Merchandise all display areas, including pricing, labeling, and product presentation.
- Receive and track all incoming inventory and returns.
- Maintain a vendor database and manage new vendor accounts.
- Track and record all vendor invoices and submit them to the foundation for payment.
- Maintain and work with the Square Point of Sales computer system.
- Receive and respond to phone calls and emails.
- Provide sales reports generated from Square-up.
- Fill in reporting templates based on end-of-day sales and deposits.
- Maintain and account for daily sales records.
- Generate bi-weekly sales records for the foundation using Google Sheets.
- Record and make cash deposits.
- Assist with training gift store volunteers.
- Educate gift store volunteers on new products and pricing.
- Oversee volunteers who work in the gift shop.
- Schedule, facilitate, and be the point of contact for rentals and events.
- Work with the SEC Manager to ensure adequate staffing of events.
- Update and maintain the facility rental tracker.
- Maintain partnerships with hotels and other businesses referring rentals to the SEC.
Benefits
- 403(B) with employer contribution after one year of service
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
