Part time Store Associate (Temporary)

Milwaukee Art Museum • Milwaukee, WI

76d • $15

About The Position

The position is a part-time, non-exempt, temporary role at the Milwaukee Art Museum, supervised by the Museum Store Manager. The primary responsibilities include assisting customers, conducting sales transactions, displaying merchandise, and maintaining the store and its auxiliary areas. The role requires a pleasant and professional demeanor, as well as a neat appearance.

Requirements

• High School education required.
• Minimum retail experience preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage time efficiently and analyze and solve problems independently.
• Ability to work with a wide variety of people.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in retail sales or customer service preferred.
• Knowledge and/or interest in art.

Responsibilities

• Operate a computerized cash register and calculator.
• Greet and approach customers, discuss merchandise, and conduct transactions.
• Conduct and complete computerized register transactions, including sales, returns, gift certificates, interdepartmental transfers, etc.
• Wrap and package purchases.
• Provide appropriate information about merchandise and artist/manufacturer where appropriate using knowledge of product and other available information.
• Open and/or close the store, reconcile the register and receipts.
• Assist with light cleaning: dusting, sweeping, organizing merchandise.
• Assist customers with information about museum events.
• Restock and merchandise product on the sales floor.
• Assist with organization and maintenance of storage areas.
• Assist staff with special projects: i.e. inventory, special orders, clearance sales, exhibit store set up, receiving projects and museum events.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees