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Museum Store Sales Associate
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- $20 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
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- High school diploma or GED
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- $24.50 - $26.00 an hour
- Part-time
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- Mid-level
- Mileage reimbursement
- Paid holidays
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Senior Academic Advisor - School of the Museum of Fine Arts
Tufts University —Medford, MA
- $55,600 - $83,400 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Hybrid work
- Writing skills
- Public speaking
- Master's degree
Seasonal Steward
The Trustees of Reservations —Canton, MA
- $18 - $20 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Carpentry
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Sanitation
- Paid sick time
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Seasonal Retail Associate (Appleton Farms)
The Trustees of Reservations —Ipswich, MA
- $16 - $18 an hour
- Part-time
- 18 years or older
- Merchandising
- US work authorization
- Paid sick time
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Seasonal Historical Interpreter
The Trustees of Reservations —Ipswich, MA
- $16.50 - $18.50 an hour
- Part-time
- US work authorization
- Communication skills
- Outdoor work
- Paid sick time
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Dance Production Manager
Celebrity Series Of Boston —Boston, MA
- $40 - $45 an hour
- Overtime
- Mid-level
- Office
- Supervising experience
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Seasonal Lead Steward
The Trustees of Reservations —Ipswich, MA
- $19 - $21 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- Mid-level
- Team management
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Executive Vice President and Provost
Berklee College of Music —Boston, MA
- $385,000 - $425,000 a year
- Full-time
- High school
- University
- Bachelor's degree
Seasonal Lifeguard
The Trustees of Reservations —Ipswich, MA
- $19 - $21 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- CPR Certification
- BLS Certification
- Driver's License
- Paid sick time
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Seasonal Lead Lifeguard
The Trustees of Reservations —Ipswich, MA
- $21 - $23 an hour
- Part-time
- CPR Certification
- BLS Certification
- Mid-level
- Paid sick time
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Senior Electrical Engineer
Buro Happold —Boston, MA
- $90,000 - $120,000 a year
- Hybrid work
- 5 years
- Master's degree
- Analysis skills
- Paid holidays
- Paid time off

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Museum Store Sales Associate

Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum -
Boston, MA

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Job Details

Part-time
$20 an hour
14 days ago

Qualifications

Retail sales transactions
Retail customer service procedures
High school diploma or GED
Client services experience within retail industry
POS systems

Full Job Description

Description:

Department: Museum Store “Gift at the Gardner”

Reports to: Store Manager

Classification: Hourly, Non-exempt

Pay: $20.00 per hour

This is an onsite, Boston-based position. Local candidates strongly preferred. No agencies, please.

Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum Core Values

Isabella Stewart Gardner so deeply believed that art had the power to change lives that she built a beautiful, personal, and immersive Museum “for the education and enjoyment of the public forever.” Today the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum (ISGM) is a living embodiment of her bold vision; it’s a dynamic place where ideas and creativity in all its forms inspire visitors. We strive to tell new stories and challenge assumptions through exhibitions, music, programs, and performances and by engaging the perspectives and collaboration of our communities.

The Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum seeks to connect past with present, develop and sustain mutually beneficial partnerships with local communities and artists, broaden our audiences, and generate opportunities for creativity. We are firmly committed to a welcoming work culture and visitor experience. Our five-year strategic plan outlines the Museum’s core values, goals, and initiatives that serve as a renewal of Isabella’s promise to serve the public and be a resource for the city.

Position Summary

Gift at the Gardner, a unique destination spot within the visual splendor of the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum, inspires the senses with products that reflect the Museum’s mission, its historical collection, our relationship with contemporary artists, music, and landscape.

The Museum Store Sales Associate will partner with the Store Manager, Director of Retail, and other colleagues to help our customers find the perfect memento for their visit to the Gardner Museum. The Sales Associate will be knowledgeable about the products presented, fluent in the services that the Museum has to offer, and will promote the Museum’s mission, exhibitions, programs, and special events. As a representative of the Museum, the Sales Associate will maintain the highest level of courtesy and service to the visiting public.

The hourly rate for this position is $20.00. This is not a seasonal position. We are looking for individuals that are available year round and will not consider applicants that can only work during the summer.

Customer Service:

Arrive on time for all assigned shifts.
Create a welcoming experience for customers by providing excellent customer service.
Prepare the store for daily opening and closing in a safe and efficient manner; count cash drawers, ensure POS equipment is properly working, replenish back stock of products and all other store supplies.
Assist with in-person transactions, online order pick-ups, and phone special orders.
Maintain merchandise displays and store appearance, ensuring the sales floor is fully stocked and visually inspiring.
Remain knowledgeable about store sales goals and actively participate in achieving those goals.
Demonstrate knowledge about the store’s products and policies, as well as exhibitions and programs happening in the Museum.

Demeanor and Interpersonal Relationships:

Warmly engage customers and ask open-ended questions to uncover their needs.
Be a friendly and approachable presence to all customers in our store and courteously respond to all inquiries.
Utilize sales talents to excite customers about our product assortment and close sales.
Remain calm and patient during peak traffic times.

Teamwork and Collaboration:

Assist the Store Manager and colleagues in administrative activities related to store operations and setting up for special events and special sales.
Communicate with colleagues in a joint effort to close sales and maintain flow of merchandise as a team.

Problem Solving:

Possess a solutions-oriented approach to customer inquiries.
Be able to think on your feet to troubleshoot minor problems; ask for help from Store Manager or colleagues when necessary.
Perform other duties as assigned by Store Manager and/or Director of Retail.

Requirements:

Required

High school diploma or equivalent.
Outstanding customer service background.
Prior professional retail sales experience.
Ability to work well in a team environment; exceptional interpersonal skills.
Proactive; able to multitask and prioritize.
Reliable and prompt.
Comfortable and competent working with numbers/figures.
Familiarity and comfort with using POS systems.
Ability to safely lift up to 40 pounds; ability to climb ladders.
Ability to stand for extended periods of time.
This is not a seasonal position. We are looking for individuals that are available year round and will not consider applicants that can only work during the summer.
Legal authorization to work in the United States.
Commitment to advancing the ISGM’s strategic goals and values.
Must complete a pre-employment background check to the Museum's satisfaction.

Desirable

Museum and/or non-profit experience.
Prior luxury goods experience a plus.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Museum is committed to affording equal opportunity to qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, age (40 or older), disability, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, pregnancy, childbirth or related conditions, ancestry, or status as a veteran. Consistent with our core values and our founder's legacy, the Museum is dedicated to building a work community that fosters collaboration, excellence, belonging, and a diversity of perspectives and experience.

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Applicants with disabilities who are unable to fully access ISGM's online application system may contact us at [email protected] for assistance with a reasonable accommodation.

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