Description

SUMMARY:

MCAD is seeking a Cashier/Clerk. This position assists with merchandise procedures in MCAD’s Art Cellar. Cashier/stock/customer service duties. The Art Cellar Cashier/Clerk must be sensitive to college needs, employee and student goodwill, and overall brand equity of MCAD as an employer and educational institution.

DETAILS: This is a full time, non-exempt position expected to work 35 hours a week. This position reports to the Art Cellar Manager and is paid $15.57 hourly.

TO APPLY: Please submit a resume and cover letter to https://recruiting.paylocity.com/recruiting/jobs/All/b0ccf9fc-c11e-4ce1-bb54-075eb5c74c59/Minneapolis-College-of-Art-and-Design.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform cashier and customer service duties according to Art Cellar procedure
• Stock and straighten the store as necessary
• Receive and put away deliveries
• Bring in shipments from outdoors
• Assist customers with product guidance
• Price and mark item numbers on merchandise
• Make shelf labels, signs and other general merchandising procedures
• Assist with training in new employees
• Perform other duties as assigned
• Represent MCAD’s vision, purpose, and values in day to day work and interactions with MCAD students, staff, faculty, and campus guests, as well as the greater community. 

Requirements

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Some retail experience and/or food service experience preferred
• Familiar with art materials and processes much preferred
• Strong customer service skills required
• General math skills required
• Must be able to lift at least 50 pounds
• Strong problem solving skills and technical aptitude
• Ability to facilitate communication and collaborate across departments

ENVIRONMENT: This position operates in a professional office/store environment. This position requires the ability and willingness to closely partner with team members and colleagues in other departments. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee will also be required to lift boxes when stocking and bringing in shipments. Upon request, reasonable accommodation will be provided to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. 

BENEFITS: MCAD’s community of staff and faculty enjoy a dynamic, creative, and inclusive work environment. We offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental, vision, HSA, FSA, and 403(b) retirement plans, commuter benefits, and employer paid basic life insurance policy, short term and long-term disability coverage.

MCAD promotes work-life balance with a 35 hour work week. Employees also receive 14 paid holidays, an additional personal holiday, accrued vacation time, accrued sick time, summer days, and volunteer time off. In addition, after six months of service, full-time employees and their eligible dependents can receive tuition benefits at MCAD, as well as the potential to receive reduced tuition at more than 600 colleges nationwide.

BACKGROUND: Founded in 1886, Minneapolis College of Art and Design is located in the rich creative community of the Twin Cities. Recognized nationally and internationally for its innovative approaches to art and design education, MCAD is home to approximately 800 students from 45 states and 15 countries. The college offers bachelor’s degrees in fourteen disciplines including arts entrepreneurship, design, fine arts, and media arts; one MFA; three online master’s degrees; and continuing education classes for all ages. Through the core curriculum, students focus on their careers and craft by learning technical and professional skills while developing their creative leadership capabilities. 

MCAD is especially interested in candidates from under-represented groups as well as individuals who have experience with diverse populations who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the MCAD community. MCAD welcomes diversity of identity, experience, and thought. Members of marginalized communities are encouraged to apply.