Retail Sales Associate

Jacob's Pillow Dance Festival • Becket, MA • 4w ago

TITLE: Retail Sales Associate SCHEDULE: Tuesday through Sunday. Daily
schedules may vary. Weekend work is required, with potential shifts on a
rotational basis. COMPENSATION: \$17-\$19/hour, approximately 15-30
hours per week STATUS: Seasonal, Hourly, Part-time START DATE: Early
June - August 28, 2025. REPORTS TO: Retail Sales Manager DEPARTMENT:
Patron Services WORKS WITH: Box Office personnel, Pillow Store
personnel, Patrons, Front of House Staff SUMMER BENEFITS: Meals during
shifts, free access to classes, performances, talks, studio usage,
complimentary housing, if necessary. Jacob\'s Pillow seeks a Retail
Sales Associate for its on-site retail and online store operations. This
position is responsible for conducting sales, managing inventory, and
other administrative tasks around opening and closing of the store and
shipping online sales. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES - Completing sales
transactions for customers in a computerized sales system. - Managing
and reconciling cash drawer. - Assist as needed with the display of
merchandise and restocking of inventory. - Assisting with opening and
closing duties. - Help manage volunteers. - Provide patrons with
information about Jacob\'s Pillow and its events. REQUIRED
QUALIFICATIONS - Previous retail sales and/or customer service
experience. - Proficient with numbers, spreadsheets, and reporting. -
Ability to work collaboratively. - Strong interpersonal skills -
Successful completion of a Background Screening PREFERRED
QUALIFICATION - Inventory management desired. - Database and point of
sale systems experience preferred. Knowledge of Shopify sales software
is preferred. - Bilingual is a plus. WORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL
DEMANDS - Working regularly in wooded areas with exposure to native
wildlife including, but not limited to, rodents, ticks, and mosquitos. -
Moving items up to 50 lbs alone or with assistance. - Working regularly
outdoors in all weather conditions, including inclement weather. -
Moving through and between multiple locations throughout the entire
campus. - Remaining in a stationary position for extended periods of
time. Not sure you meet 100% of the qualifications? Research shows that
men apply for jobs when they fulfill an average of 60% of the criteria,
but women tend to apply only if they meet 100% of them. Yet, people who
are systematically marginalized tend only to apply if they meet every
requirement. We encourage you to apply if you believe you could excel in
this role. Please use your cover letter to tell us about what you hope
to bring to this role. We are dedicated to considering a broad array of
candidates, including those with diverse workplace experiences and
backgrounds. So, whether you\'re returning to work after a gap in
employment, simply looking to transition, or taking the next step in
your career path, we will be glad to have you on our radar.