Retail Associate

White Sands Trading LLC; Alamogordo (NM); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

A local retail company located near Alamogordo, New Mexico, is seeking a part-time Retail Associate for year-round employment. The ideal candidate will provide outstanding customer service within White Sands National Park. Responsibilities include greeting customers, processing transactions using POS systems, restocking displays, and assisting with park-related inquiries. Candidates should possess strong organizational skills and have at least one year of retail experience. Opportunities for growth in a friendly work environment are available.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to handle general math.
• Minimum 1 year retail sales experience preferred.
• Minimum 1 year experience with POS systems preferred.
• Basic math skills required.

Responsibilities

• Greet customers within 30 seconds of entering the store & provide friendly customer service.
• Achieve and maintain product knowledge to assist customers with purchasing decisions.
• Accurately total, process, and collect payments from guests.
• Assist customers with all park related inquiries (utilizing approved NPS interpretive information).
• Accurately total, process and collect payments using the point of sale system.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Excellent communication skills

Ability to multi-task

Energy and enthusiasm

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

POS systems

Job description

Discover one of the world’s great natural wonders, in the glistening White Sands National Park located just outside Alamogordo New Mexico.The seemingly endless sea of white sand engulfs nearly 275 sq. mi. of desert, with nearly 230 sq. mi. for recreating, makes up the world’s largest gypsum dune field. Come join our team of talented retail associates providing amazing customer service and hospitality to the visitors of the park.

Retail Associate Part Time Year Round

Summary of Position

Assist all guests and visitors of the Company with timely, efficient and professional service adhering to Company standards of ensuring an extraordinary hospitality experience.

Responsibilities

• Greet customers within 30 seconds of entering the store & provide friendly customer service
• Achieve and maintain product knowledge to assist customers with purchasing decisions
• Guide and direct customers to appropriate products of interest and answer related inquiries
• Assist customers with all park related inquiries (utilizing approved NPS interpretive information)
• Assist customers making selections by building customer confidence; offering suggestions and opinions
• Accurately total, process and collect payments from guests to include, but not limited to, using the point of sale system, handling money, processing credit and debit cards and making change
• Restock and maintain displays (labeling correctly as needed) per Company standards
• Achieve established sales goals
• Participate in closing, opening procedures
• Participate in daily cleaning/maintenance duties
• Strict adherence to all store policies
• Contribute to a positive environment where all employees trust and respect each other
• Other duties per the Duties checklist and as assigned

Position Requirements

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills to interact positively with others
• Ability to multi-task and perform well under pressure
• Display energy and enthusiasm when working with customers and fellow Associates
• Dependable to always be on time and on schedule
• Able to lift frequently up to 25 lbs. and occasionally up to 50 lbs. Position also involves frequent bending, twisting, lifting and squatting and up to 8 hours per day on feet in a fast paced environment.

Education and Experience

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent
• Experience: Demonstrated ability to handle general math
• Minimum 1 year retail sales experience preferred
• Minimum 1 year experience with POS systems preferred

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.