Seasonal Sales Associate - Part-time

Position Available:  Sales Associate

Classification:  Part-time, Non-exempt, Seasonal

Department:  Arboretum Store

General Summary:  Provide a high level of customer service to visitors in The Arboretum Store by assisting in the sales and merchandising of the various products for sale.

Qualifications:

High school graduate required, some college preferred.  2+ years of retail or customer service experience preferred.  Strong telephone skills required.  Experience utilizing POS software preferred. 

Success Factors:

Find satisfaction in working with the public and possess an outgoing, friendly, courteous and enthusiastic personality.  Ability to relate effectively with people of various backgrounds and ages.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:  The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

• Physical Demands: Requires some physical activity: limited lifting and carrying, climbing a step ladder, standing for long periods of time.
• Work Environment: Office and retail environment.  Work is performed primarily indoors.
• Equipment: General office equipment, point of sale (POS) system.
• Schedule: Position requires regular weekday and weekend hours, and occasional holidays and evenings.  Hours may fluctuate based on the seasonal needs of the Store.

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The Morton Arboretum is an equal opportunity employer committed to achieving a diverse workforce.