Sales Associate (Part-Time Seasonal) @Smithsonian - Reynolds Center

Event Network, Inc.; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 22,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

Event Network, Inc. is seeking a Sales Associate to be the heart of our store, delivering energy and unforgettable moments to every guest. You’ll create magical moments with product demos, support daily operations, and help guests find the perfect item with your product knowledge.

You’ll stay flexible for irregular hours including weekends and holidays, bring a positive, people-first attitude, and collaborate with the store team to ensure a smooth, guest-focused shopping experience.

Qualifications

• Flexible & ready for irregular hours (weekdays, weekends, evenings, holidays).
• People-person with enthusiasm for guest interaction.
• Product knowledge and ability to make personalized recommendations.
• Team player who collaborates with store staff.

Responsibilities

• Create Magical Moments: energize guests with demos and memorable interactions.
• Be a Store Superstar: assist with daily store operations and restocking.
• Engage & Entertain: bring positive energy to every customer interaction.

Job description

The Role:

As a Sales Associate, you'll be the heart of our store, bringing energy, enthusiasm, and unforgettable moments to every guest who walks through our doors.

What You'll Do:

• Create Magical Moments: Be the reason our guests have the most enjoyable and unique shopping experience ever! From welcoming smiles to exciting product demos, you'll make each interaction fun and meaningful.
• Be a Store Superstar: Help out with day-to-day operations, ensuring the store runs smoothly and efficiently. Whether you're restocking shelves or helping a guest find the perfect item, you'll always be ready to lend a hand.
• Engage & Entertain: Bring your positive energy to every customer interaction, making shopping an experience they'll never forget.

What We're Looking For:

• Flexible & Ready for Anything: You're available to work irregular hours, including weekdays, weekends, early evenings, and holidays. We know it gets busy, and your support is key to making every day successful.
• People Person: You love meeting new people and can naturally strike up conversations with guests of all ages. Your enthusiasm is contagious!
• Product Pro: You're excited to share your product knowledge, showing guests all the cool features and making personalized recommendations.
• Team Player: You're welcoming, positive, and can easily collaborate with your fellow team members and store staff.

Bonus Points If You Have:

• Retail Rockstar: Previous experience in retail, cash handling, merchandising, or customer service? Awesome! But if not, don't worry-we'll help you get there!

What to Expect:

• Keep Moving: You'll be on your feet, moving around the store, helping customers, and creating displays. You might also need to reach, bend, stoop, or even crawl occasionally (don't worry, we've got your back!).
• Light Lifting: Occasionally, you'll need to lift or move up to 15 pounds, but nothing too heavy.

Pay Rate: $18.40/hr