What are the responsibilities and job description for the Seasonal Retail Associate position at The Trustees of Reservations?
Who We Are: The Trustees of Reservations is Massachusetts' premier conservation and preservation organization. Founded in 1891 by a group of visionary volunteers, our mission is to protect special places for future generations to enjoy in perpetuity. We thrive by involving as many people as possible in all that we do.
We have helped protect over 50,000 acres, including 27,000 acres on more than 120 reservations that are open to the public. As a non-profit conservation organization, we are funded and supported entirely by our visitors, supporters, volunteers, and our 100,000 Member households.
What You'll Do: As a Seasonal Retail Associate at Fruitlands Museum in Harvard, MA, you will contribute to our mission to connect the community with our special places and the unique history of Fruitlands. You will greet and assist visitors at the Museum Store, creating a welcoming environment.
The Role: Specifically, you'll:
Requirements:What You'll Need:Skills and Experience:
Eligibility Criteria:
Benefits:Your Benefits:
We have helped protect over 50,000 acres, including 27,000 acres on more than 120 reservations that are open to the public. As a non-profit conservation organization, we are funded and supported entirely by our visitors, supporters, volunteers, and our 100,000 Member households.
What You'll Do: As a Seasonal Retail Associate at Fruitlands Museum in Harvard, MA, you will contribute to our mission to connect the community with our special places and the unique history of Fruitlands. You will greet and assist visitors at the Museum Store, creating a welcoming environment.
The Role: Specifically, you'll:
- Greet visitors and assist them with museum orientation and purchases.
- Oversee ticket sales for individual visitors, groups, and members.
- Safeguard daily receipts and strictly account for funds.
- Provide Trustees membership promotion and sales.
- Answer phone calls and check messages.
- Field visitor questions and share visitor suggestions with the appropriate departments.
- Keep informed of special events and group program schedules.
- Be flexible and able to think on your feet to provide the best service possible to all guests.
- Maintain a neat, clean, and inviting reception area.
- Operate the cash register, process sales, and count and balance the drawer.
- Partner with other departments throughout the day to ensure smooth operations for guests.
Requirements:What You'll Need:Skills and Experience:
- Experience in retail or another customer-facing position preferred.
- High school diploma or equivalent education preferred.
- Ability to operate a cash register.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong organizational skills.
Eligibility Criteria:
- Current authorization to work in the United States - a candidate must have such authorization by his or her first day of employment.
- A satisfactory criminal background (CORI) check.
Benefits:Your Benefits:
- Sick Time: 40 hours of paid sick time upfront.
- Reciprocity: Employees have access to free and discounted admission and membership to more than 50 nearby museums and cultural institutions.
- Discounts: Enjoy free entry to all Trustees properties, discount event tickets, and discounted merchandise at our stores and on stays at our inns.
