Retail Associate (Top of the Rock - Rockefeller Center)

SPS-North America Opportunities - Not Externally Posted Board; New York (NY); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Career Growth

Learning & Development

Bonuses

Paid Time Off

Benefits package

Job summary

Top of the Rock at Rockefeller Center is seeking engaging Retail Associates for seasonal, high-traffic operations. You will assist guests with merchandise, maintain displays, and ensure smooth transactions during peak season.

Shifts include a 25 hour work week with alternating early and late schedules; weekend and holiday availability is required. This position offers valuable retail experience at a premier NYC destination with potential for future opportunities based on performance.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 1–2 years of retail or customer-facing experience preferred.
• Basic computer proficiency or ability to quickly learn POS systems.
• Professional appearance and adherence to company standards.
• Flexibility to work varied shifts, including weekends, holidays, and overtime during peak seasons.

Responsibilities

• Assist guests with merchandise selection and complete transactions accurately.
• Support sales goals and KPIs by engaging guests and taking ownership of your performance.
• Maintain attractive signage, displays, and seasonal merchandising.
• Restock and organize inventory, ensuring a clean, professional sales floor.
• Operate POS systems and troubleshoot minor issues.
• Support inventory control and loss prevention initiatives.
• Assist with special projects and additional duties as needed.
• Work independently and collaboratively to deliver a top-tier guest experience.

Skills

Customer service

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

POS systems

Job description

#seasonal #temporary #hotopening

Reports** To:**Client Services Supervisor, Client Services Manager, or equivalent leadership

Schedule: 25 hours/week | Shifts between 7:30AM–3:30PM or 3:00PM–11:00PM/12:00AM
Business Hours: Monday–Sunday, 7:00AM–12:00AM

Create Unforgettable Guest Experiences

Top of the Rock at Rockefeller Center is one of New York City’s most celebrated attractions, offering panoramic skyline views and a refined, world-class guest experience.

To support peak season operations, we’re seeking engaging, customer-focused Retail Associates who thrive in a dynamic, high-traffic environment and take pride in delivering exceptional service.As a Retail Associate, _ you enhance the guest journey beyond the view — assisting with merchandise selection, maintaining visually compelling displays, and ensuring each transaction is seamless and professional. _ Your energy, attention to detail, and service mindset help transform each visit into a lasting memory through meaningful takeaways and branded experiences.

This seasonal opportunity provides valuable retail experience within a premier NYC destination, with potential consideration for future opportunities based on performance and business needs.

Why This Role Matters

As a Retail Associate, you are more than a salesperson — you are the face of Top of the Rock. Every interaction, every smile, and every thoughtful service moment contributes to creating memorable experiences for visitors from around the world, making your role essential to the attraction’s reputation and guest satisfaction.

What You’ll Do:

• Assist guests with merchandise selection and complete transactions accurately
• Support sales goals and KPIs by engaging guests and taking ownership of your performance
• Maintain attractive signage, displays, and seasonal merchandising
• Restock and organize inventory, ensuring a clean, professional sales floor
• Operate POS systems and troubleshoot minor issues
• Support inventory control and loss prevention initiatives
• Assist with special projects and additional duties as needed
• Work independently and collaboratively to deliver a top-tier guest experience

What You Bring:

• Friendly, approachable, and customer-service driven
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
• Effective communication and teamwork skills
• Prior retail or merchandising experience preferred

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 1–2 years of retail or customer-facing experience preferred
• Basic computer proficiency or ability to quickly learn POS systems
• Professional appearance and adherence to company standards
• Flexibility to work varied shifts, including weekends, holidays, and overtime during peak seasons

Compensation:
The expected compensation is an estimate, and the final offer will depend on skills, experience, location, and other job-related factors.

Vacancy Status:
This posting is for an existing vacancy.

Pay Range

$18—$18 USD

WHAT WE OFFER

• Career Growth: An opportunity to enter a job that allows you to learn new skills or use a variety of them that may lead you to uncover other career opportunities.
• Learning & Development: At SPS, we promote a work culture of learning so that you can develop to be the best at what you do.
• We Recognize Talent: We offer a variety of recognition programs for all levels of employees.
• Paid Time Off: Full time: Minimum of 80 hours/calendar year. Part time/temporary: Minimum of 1 hour for every 30 hours worked. PTO amounts may increase based on tenure and/or the assigned account. PTO allows employees to take approved time off for any reason.
• Bonuses: Are available for employee and client referrals for current employees.
• Benefit Offerings: Medical, Dental, Vision, HCFSA, DCFSA, HSA, Commuter Transit and Parking Pre-Tax Plans, Supplemental Life Insurance, Accident Insurance, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Legal Program, Identify Theft Protection, Pet Discounts, Pet Insurance, Group Home and Auto Insurance, EAP, Short Term Disability, Life Insurance, Education Discounts, 401k w/ matching, and Entertainment Discounts.
  • Note: Please inquire with the Human Resources team for benefit offerings per role as regular positions that routinely are under 30 hours/week may have a different benefit offering.

About SPS

SPS is a global workplace solutions and business transformation company operating in more than 20 countries. Across North America, we help clients enhance workplace experiences and business operations through services including workplace support, physical and digital mailroom solutions, intelligent document processing, reception and concierge services, and other business support offerings.

Our clients include leading organizations across banking, insurance, legal, higher education, professional services, and many Fortune 500 companies.

At SPS we embrace the uniqueness of our employees and are committed to the fair and equal treatment of all people, applicants, and employees by promoting a culture of access, inclusion, equity and diversity.

SPS provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual and reproductive health choices, national origin, age, disability, genetics, military status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation and/or any other status protected by applicable law.

Colorado only: We accept applications for an expected minimum of 5 days from the date it is posted. The posting may remain open longer as needed to ensure a robust and inclusive applicant pool.

To ensure a fair and authentic interview process, applicants may not use AI tools or any other form of real-time assistance during interviews.** SPS team members may use transcription or note-taking technology solely to support accurate interview documentation. No AI or automated decision‑making tools are used to screen, assess, or select candidates for this role.** SPS uses the Greenhouse Applicant Tracking System to facilitate application management and recruiting workflows. Human recruiters and hiring managers review applications and exercise independent judgment throughout the hiring process

SPS offers reasonable accommodations in the hiring and employment process for individuals with disabilities. If you need assistance in the application or hiring process to accommodate a disability, you may request an accommodation at any time.