Pro Shop Associate

Robert Morris University; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a part-time staff member for the Pro Shop at the Island Sports Center. This role involves welcoming guests, assisting with their needs, and managing sales transactions. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication and organizational skills, along with a passion for customer service. With a focus on creating a welcoming environment, this position is perfect for those looking to engage with the community while gaining valuable retail experience. Join a team dedicated to enhancing the guest experience in a vibrant sports setting!

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 1 year of retail customer service experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Greet and assist guests at the Pro Shop.
• Operate and maintain the skate sharpener and service area.
• Restock and organize the sales floor.

Skills

Customer Service

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Retail Experience

Skating Industry Knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Max Galaxy Point of Sale System

Job description

Position Department: Pro Shop

Position Type: Staff Part-Time

Overview: This position is responsible for greeting and assisting the guests at the Island Sports Center Pro Shop with their questions, needs and purchases. This is a part-time position not eligible for University benefits. Work hours are limited to 950 per calendar year and less than 29 hours per week on a regular basis.

Responsibilities:

1. Greeting guests either by telephone or as they enter the Pro Shop and recognizing their needs.
2. Operate and maintain the skate sharpener and skate service area.
3. Recommending and fitting customers with equipment and apparel based on each customer's sizing needs. Entering the purchases into the Max Galaxy point of sale register and accepting payments.
4. Restocking, organizing and cleaning the sales floor. Resetting the sales floor after busy periods.
5. Opening, closing and balancing the point of sale cash register.
6. All other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

1. High School Diploma or GED required.
2. 1 year of retail customer service experience preferred.
3. Excellent communication and organizational skills are required.
4. Ability to work in a busy sales environment required.
5. Skating industry specific experience preferred.

Exemption Status: Non-Exempt

Act 153 Clearance Required: Yes

Required To Pass a Motor Vehicle Report Check (If driving on behalf of the University): No

Required to Pass a Credit Check: Yes

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