Front Desk/Gift Shop Clerk (Part-Time)

Jacksonville State University; Jacksonville (AL); On-site; USD 14,000 - 19,000; Part time

Job summary

Jacksonville State University’s Little River Canyon Center seeks a Part-Time Front Desk/Gift Shop Clerk to operate the education store, staff the visitor information desk, and assist with events.

Shifts are Monday through Sunday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., occasional nights and weekends; anticipated start October 19, 2026. This on-site role offers part-time hours and customer-focused duties in a scenic campus setting.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Customer service experience.
• Sales experience preferred.
• Ability to work nights and weekends.
• Excellent customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate the front desk, gift shop cashier, and answer phones.
• Assist visitors and vendors and provide information.
• Manage the HD program in the auditorium.
• Maintain merchandise displays and cash register accuracy.
• Support artists, shop vendors, and caterers as needed.
• Promote safe work practices.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

Sales experience

Night/weekend availability

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Department:

Little River Canyon Center

Work Hours:

Shifts available: Monday through Sunday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Occasional nights and weekends for special events.

Anticipated Start Date:

October 19, 2026

Salary:

$12.00 per hour (up to 19 hours per week)

Job Summary:

Under the direction of the Manager of Sales and Service, the Part-Time Front Desk/Gift Shop Clerk is responsible for the operation of the Canyon Center education store (gift shop), operating the Canyon Center's visitor information desk, including answering the phones, assisting visitors and vendors, and managing the HD program in the auditorium.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Operates equipment used in the theatre, gift shop, and library.
• Ensures operation of the HD Program in the Auditorium.
• Operates the front desk: answers the telephone in a kind and courteous manner, provides orientation to park visitors, and assists all customers.
• Assists the Manager with the general appearance and operation of the gift shop, including merchandise placement and cash register management.
• Provides assistance to artists, shop vendors, and caterers as needed.
• Operates the front desk: answers telephone in a kind and courteous manner,
• provides orientation to park visitors, and assists all customers.
• Notifies the Assistant Director of any issues that may arise.
• Promotes and enforces safe work practices.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Customer Service Experience
• Sales Experience
• Excellent customer service skills
• Ability to work nights and weekends as required

Required Documents:

1. Resume

Clery Notice:

In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act, https://clerycenter.org/policy-resources/the-clery-act/ the Jacksonville State University Police provide information on crimes statistics, crime prevention, law enforcement, crime reporting, and other related issues for the past three calendar years. The JSU Annual Campus Security and Fire Report is available online at: https://www.jsu.edu/police/docs/cleryannualreport.pdf

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Jax State is an Equal Employment and Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.