Sales & Information Associate, Retail Park Store in Pecos, NM
About The Position
Western National Parks (WNP), a nonprofit partner of the National Park Service (NPS), is seeking a Part-Time, Retail Park Store Associate to assist with daily retail operations of Pecos National Historical Park in Pecos, New Mexico. The park store is an extension of the national park experience, aiming to help visitors create lifetime memories. Revenue from purchases supports education, research, national park projects, and community engagement across 12 western states. The retail operations team is looking for passionate team members to support all store functions, including achieving sales goals and maintaining high customer service ratings. The role also involves maintaining positive relationships with National Park partners. This opportunity is ideal for individuals who love national parks and believe in working for an organization with a social purpose.
Requirements
- High School diploma or GED required—unless currently a high school student
- Valid REAL ID driver’s license.
- Proficiency in computer programs including Internet, databases, and Microsoft Office suite (primarily Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and SharePoint).
- Knowledge of office equipment including computers, printers, calculators, multiline touch tone phones, filing cabinets, photocopiers, and dollies.
- Skills in planning, organization, analyzation, problem solving, multitasking, and communication.
- Ability to pass NPS background check to meet mandatory security clearance requirements.
- Ability to pass Western National Park‘s independent employment background screening that may include, but is not limited to, employment, education, criminal, SSN verification and, professional references as part of its hiring requirements.
Nice To Haves
- Prior retail and point of sale system experience.
Responsibilities
- Support day-to-day retail store operations.
- Provide excellent visitor and customer service.
- Complete sales transactions.
- Assist retail manager(s) with store duties such as inventory, receiving, stocking, cleaning, organizing and merchandising.
- Responsible for clean and effective merchandising of products.
- Become an expert in the educational value of store products and communicate their significance to store visitors.
- Assist with special events, as requested after normal business hours and on weekends.
- Help conduct physical inventory cycle and year-end counts to ensure accurate inventory.
- Act as an ambassador of WNP and the NPS to ensure park visitors have meaningful and memorable experiences.
Benefits
- 403(b) Retirement Plan
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Health & Wellness Resources
- Employee Appreciation: Store Discount of 15% on your purchases
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
