Part-time Seasonal Store Associate - Fort Sumter Nat'l Monument at Eastern National

Charleston, South Carolina, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

03 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

05 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Cash Register Operation, Cash Handling, Visual Merchandising, Customer Assistance, Product Selection, Teamwork, Scheduling Flexibility, Attendance, Store Opening, Store Closing

Industry

Retail

Description

Be a part of something remarkable as a part-time seasonal Store Associate at Fort Sumter and Fort Moultrie National Monument in Charleston, NC! Season runs until September.   What We Do  America’s National Parks is a nonprofit partner of the National Park Service (NPS), operating stores at over 175 national park sites. But we’re more than a retailer. Our purpose is to educate the public about the history, landscapes, and cultures that have shaped America. We do this through the products we make and the experiences we create for our visitors.  We also support the parks through our aid to the parks program. Since we started in 1947, we’ve provided more than $180 million in aid to the NPS from our retail sales.     Who We Are  America’s National Parks is a people-centric company. We’re down-to-earth, realistic, and supportive, relying on common sense, honesty, and a sense of humor to solve problems and meet goals. We treat each other with respect and want the people we hire to stay with us for a long time. We honor the individuality of each team member, while promoting cooperation, and our team thrives as a result.     We believe our success comes down to five humanistic values: Education; Service; Collaboration; Sharing; and Excellence. These values guide everything we do. Check out our core values [https://easternnational.org/core-values/].    What We Value   People with an interest in national parks, history, and nature, and a desire to be part of a rewarding tradition promoting and protecting our public lands. People who enjoy learning new things and sharing those learnings with others. Someone who can carefully attend to details, take pride in maintaining an appealing retail space, and are delighted when a visitor leaves with a smile. Most important, a person that embodies our core values with an eagerness to live them out each day.     What We Offer  * 403(b) Retirement Plan * Aflac supplemental insurance * Seasonal Returning Bonus * Competitive salary and benefits  * 25% discount on purchases at more than 150 Eastern National facilities  * Opportunities for growth and development  * A positive and supportive work environment  * The chance to make a difference in the world Essential Job Functions:  * Operate the cash register by processingappropriate tenders and maintaining accurate cash register records * Restock the sales floor while following visual merchandising guidelines and help create visual displays. This includes lifting boxes weighing up to 15 pounds to a shelf height of 5 feet and may require standing for long periods of time to include bending, squatting,and reaching * Assist visitors with product selection and offer complementary products * Navigate complex topics with sensitivity and respect * Ability to work a flexible schedule including weekends and maintain prompt and regular attendance * Ability to work as part of a team and interact effectively with others * May open and close the store independently If you thrive in a mission-based environment and share our values, we encourage you to apply here. We are always looking for talented individuals who can help us continue to make a difference.  To learn more about America's National Parks, the educational branch of Eastern National, please visit our website at https://americasnationalparks.org/ [https://americasnationalparks.org/] or http://easternnational.org/ [http://easternnational.org/].  We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. 

Responsibilities

Essential functions include operating the cash register, processing transactions accurately, and restocking the sales floor following visual merchandising guidelines. Associates must also assist visitors with product selection and navigate complex topics with sensitivity.