Part-time Site Manager - Sagamore Hill Nat'l Historic Site

Eastern National•Oyster Bay, NY

2d•Onsite

About The Position

America’s National Parks, a nonprofit partner of the National Park Service, is hiring a part-time Site Manager at Sagamore Hill National Historic Site in Oyster Bay, New York. The organization operates stores at more than 175 national park sites and aims to educate visitors about America’s history, landscapes, and cultures through its products and visitor experiences. It also supports parks through its aid to the parks program, which has provided more than $180 million to the National Park Service since 1947. The Site Manager helps maintain and operate the retail store, support sales and profitability, assist visitors, and manage and motivate a team. The role pays $23.50 per hour. The stated schedule is Thursday through Sunday, 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; the posting also specifies a weekend-work requirement of one weekend day per week or a full weekend every other week.

Requirements

At least three years of retail management experience.
Computer proficiency and applied understanding of Microsoft Office Suite.
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends.
Ability to lift boxes weighing up to 35 pounds to a shelf height of 5 feet.
Ability to stand for long periods and bend, squat, and reach.
Ability to attend carefully to details and maintain an appealing retail space.
Ability to manage and motivate a team through a shared mission and goals.

Nice To Haves

Interest in national parks, history, and nature.
Enjoyment of learning new things and sharing that knowledge with others.
Desire to promote and protect public lands and embody the organization’s values.

Responsibilities

Restock the sales floor and follow visual merchandising guidelines, including helping create visual displays.
Work toward sales and profitability goals.
Assist visitors with product selection and offer complementary products.
Navigate complex topics with sensitivity and respect.
Manage and motivate a team through a shared mission and goals.
Open and close the store independently when needed.
Maintain prompt and regular attendance.