Retail Sales Associate (Part-Time/OPS)

Department

The John & Mable Ringling Museum of Art is located in Sarasota, Florida. Want to learn more about The Ringling?

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Equal Employment Opportunity

The Ringling is an Equal Opportunity/Access/Affirmative Action/Pro Disabled & Veteran Action employer with a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion. As such, we are always seeking individuals dedicated to innovation and excellence. A successful candidate will work effectively, respectfully, and collaboratively in a diverse, multicultural, and inclusive setting. We especially encourage applications by individuals from underrepresented groups, with a demonstrated commitment to a culturally and intellectually diverse workplace.

Should you require accommodations for the application or interview processes, please email employment@ringling.org or call 941-359-5700 (ext. 1-2605).

Learn more about our commitment to Diversity and Inclusion:

• FSU's Equal Opportunity Statement
• FSU Diversity & Inclusion Statement
• FSU Strategic Plan
• Ringling Strategic Plan
• Ringling Equity Statement

Responsibilities

Provide excellent, enthusiastic customer service to visitors, to include: greeting and thanking guests as they enter and leave the stores, learning store product, proactively assisting visitors with product selection, making suggestions to meet guests' needs while increasing sales opportunities, making thoughtful suggestions for additional products for purchase, answering general visitor inquiries, and processing sales at register.

Additional responsibilities include: processing shipping orders, returns, and helping to maintain store appearance such as dusting, straightening, restocking, and any other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma/equivalent required.
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time, climb a small step ladder, stock products on high and low shelves, and lift up to 25 lbs.

Helpful

While helpful, these skills are not required to be considered for this role.

• Previous experience or knowledge of point of sale systems.
• Verbal fluency in additional language(s) besides English.
• Experience with or the ability to make helpful purchase recommendations to visitors including upselling.
• Experience with or the ability to remain calm during busier times while maintaining a strong focus on providing a positive customer service experience.

Contact Info

For more information, or for technical assistance, please contact Ringling Human Resources at 941-359-5700 ext. 2605 or employment@ringling.org.

University Information

One of the nation's elite research universities, Florida State University preserves, expands, and disseminates knowledge in the sciences, technology, arts, humanities, and professions, while embracing a philosophy of learning strongly rooted in the traditions of the liberal arts and critical thinking. Founded in 1851, Florida State University is the oldest continuous site of higher education in Florida. FSU is a community steeped in tradition that fosters research, encourages creativity, and embraces diversity. At FSU, there’s the excitement of being part of a vibrant academic and professional community, surrounded by people whose ideas are shaping tomorrow’s news!

Learn more about our university and campuses.

Anticipated Salary Range

$13 per hour. 

Museum employees also receive:

• Regular training on upcoming exhibitions
• Private gallery talks with curators
• Discounts on memberships
• Discounts in the museum store
• Discounts on select performances/events

Free museum admission and much more!

Pay Plan

This is an OPS/Part-Time Job and is not eligible for benefits. Although listed as "temporary," please note this is not a seasonal/summer position.

Schedule

Part-time, approximately 24 hours per week with Saturday and Sunday availability. Please note that evenings and holidays may be required based on the needs of the Ringling.

Criminal Background Check

This position requires successful completion of a criminal history background check, to include fingerprinting. The background check will be conducted as authorized and in accordance with University Policy 4-OP-C-7-B11.

How To Apply

If qualified and interested in a specific job opening as advertised, apply to Florida State University at https://jobs.fsu.edu.  Applicants are required to complete the online application with all applicable information. Applications must include all work history up to ten years, and education details even if attaching a resume.

If you are a current FSU employee, apply via myFSU > Self Service.

Affordable Care Act

OPS employees are covered under the Affordable Care Act. OPS employees who meet certain criteria will be offered affordable health care coverage. For more information on the Affordable Care Act, please visit the Benefits website and click on Employee Insurance Eligibility.

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