Retail Sales Associate

Working at The Preservation Society of Newport County offers you the opportunity to work for an organization that preserves, protects, and presents 13 historic properties and landscapes in Newport, Rhode Island. As part of the team, you have an opportunity to help preserve and maintain a cultural, historical and the social treasures of Newport, Rhode Island.

The Preservation Society of Newport County seeks part-time retail Sales Associates to work a minimum of 3 days per week up to 30 hours per week, including a mixture of weekdays and one weekend day including some holidays. Positions are open in a variety of locations which include The Breakers and the downtown store at Bannister's Wharf.

The Sales Associate is responsible for providing friendly and efficient customer service at any of our PSNC Mansion Stores. The Sales Associate assists the visitor in their purchase of different merchandise items, making suggestions for merchandise purchases and completing the sale accurately and efficiently.

• Greet visitors in a friendly and caring manner making them feel welcome.
• Unpack merchandise and restock displays.
• Assist the visitor in identifying his/her merchandise needs by asking questions as outlined in training.
• Accurately operate cash register, credit card machine, and maintain cash drawer.
• Complete daily sales forms, prepare deposits to send to PSNC Finance Department, count and balance cash drawer, and open/close according to procedure.
• Ability to open/close store according to procedures including key holding.
• May be asked to work in more than one store depending on time of year and scheduling.
• Alert Supervisor to any problems in the daily operation and any dissatisfied visitors.
• Maintain and restock merchandise and supplies used in the daily operation.
• Perform light housekeeping to include cleaning of glass, sales counter, and general work area.

 A desirable candidate will possess the following:

• High School Degree or equivalent.
• Retail Sales, customer service and cash handling experience preferred.
• Maintain a professional appearance.
• Maintain a positive attitude and focus on customer satisfaction in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to communicate with associates and guests.
• Ability to multitask and balance the needs of several customers at once.
• Ability to read, write and perform basic math. 
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time.
• Able to climb ladders and reach.
• Able to lift up to 20 lbs. occasionally.
• Able to operate telephone, fax machine, credit card reader and POS cash register.

Benefits

The following benefits for part-time employees:

• 403(b) Retirement Savings Account
• Sick Time
• PSNC Family Membership
• Reciprocity with Local Cultural Institutions
• Discounted rate with Newport YMCA