retail sales associate

Government of Canada; Dartmouth; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A government agency in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, is seeking customer service representatives to handle payments, prepare contracts, and assist customers. Candidates must have a high school diploma and the ability to work on-site. Experience is an asset. The position emphasizes strong communication skills and attention to detail, with various benefits including health and dental plans.

Benefits

Health benefits

Dental plan

Disability benefits

Free parking available

Qualifications

• Experience in accepting various forms of payment.
• Knowledge of customer service practices.
• Ability to maintain inventory records.
• Familiarity with social media technology.

Responsibilities

• Accept payments in various forms.
• Prepare sales and leasing contracts.
• Maintain inventory with computerized systems.
• Provide excellent customer service.
• Conduct internet-based sales transactions.
• Organize and schedule office work.

Skills

Customer Service

Cash Handling

Computer and technology knowledge

Communication

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Job description

Overview

Languages: English

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience

Experience an asset

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work site environment

• Non-smoking
• Air conditioned

Work setting

• Urban area
• Specialty shop
• Retail business

Responsibilities

• Accept cash, cheque, credit card or automatic debit payment
• Prepare sales, rental or leasing contracts
• Operate computerized inventory record keeping and re-ordering systems
• Provide advice about merchandise
• Advertise and/or promote products, sales or services
• Provide customer service
• Assist in display of merchandise
• Conduct sales transactions through Internet-based electronic commerce
• Estimate or quote prices, credit or contract terms, warranties and delivery dates
• Greet customers and discuss type, quality and quantity of merchandise or services sought for purchase, rental or lease
• Maintain sales records for inventory control
• Prepare merchandise for purchase, rental or lease
• Organize and schedule office work
• Interior design (general)
• Conduct sales transactions
• Read blueprints and drawings

Experience and specialization

• Computer and technology knowledge: Social Media

Additional information

• Security and safety: Bondable
• Criminal record check

Transportation/travel information

• Own transportation
• Public transportation is available

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines
• Attention to detail
• Bending, crouching, kneeling
• Repetitive tasks
• Ability to distinguish between colours
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking

Weight handling

• Up to 13.5 kg (30 lbs)

Personal suitability

• Adaptability
• Analytical
• Collaborative
• Creativity
• Efficiency
• Energetic
• Hardworking
• Integrity
• Outgoing
• Positive attitude
• Proactive
• Quick learner
• Time management
• Dependability
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Flexibility
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player
• Excellent oral communication
• Accurate
• Client focus
• Initiative
• Punctuality
• Honesty

Benefits

• Health benefits
• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan
• Paramedical services coverage
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• Commission
• Group insurance benefits
• Life insurance

Other benefits

• Free parking available