Sales Clerk PT 6874

USCG Base Cape Cod MWR; Houston, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Work-Life Balance

401k

Pension Plan

Wellness Programs

Flexible Schedules

Professional Growth

Job summary

USCG Base Cape Cod MWR in Houston, TX is seeking a Sales Clerk (Part-Time) to welcome customers, explain product features, and assist with merchandise selection. You will also handle payments, balance tills, and maintain engaging displays.

The role requires cash handling, stock replenishment, and the ability to lift up to 25 pounds while working 20–29 hours per week. Join a team committed to service and safety.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and explain product literature.
• Ability to lift 10–25 pounds and stand for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Welcome customers and assist with merchandise selection.
• Sell merchandise and provide excellent customer service.
• Take periodic stock counts and replenish stock to keep displays neat.
• Handle price changes and promotions with proper signage and labeling.
• Follow Loss Prevention policies and safety standards.

Skills

Cash handling

Stocking merchandise

Product knowledge

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Cash register

Job description

Sales Clerk PT 6874

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process.

Full Time 30-40 hrs Ellington Field - Houston, Houston, TX, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 6874

OMB NO: 1625-0120

Expiration Date: 05/31/2029

Announcement: 6874

Opening Date: 17 August 2026 Pay Plan/Series/Pay Band: NF-2091-01

Closing Date: Until Filled Work Schedule: Part-Time (20-29 hrs/wk)

Position: Sales Clerk Salary: $15.00/hour

Who May Apply: All Sources Location: Houston, TX

DUTIES

Welcome customers, maintain product knowledge and help with the selection of merchandise. React to all concerns of customers quickly with a sense of importance. Sell merchandise, and provide outstanding customer service, which may require demonstration and/or explanation of technical features of items sold. Take periodic stock counts and may participate in taking inventories. Replenish stock and maintain merchandise in a neat and presentable condition. Advise supervisor/department head of customer requests.

Receives cash, checks, credit cards, debit cards and gift cards in payment for merchandise and gives change accurately in the operation of cash register. Maintains record of sales, at the end of shift balances till, turns in sales records, money, stamps, customer checks or charge slip and accounts for all monies and items sold

May perform price changes for various departments, either markdowns or mark ups, and the setting of company promotions. Primary duty is ensuring that these are properly displayed to the customer accomplished by proper display and signage as well as chancing of item labels if necessary.

Follow all policies regarding Loss Prevention. Be aware and proactive regarding shrink and the Alert Line.

Follow all established safety standards and emergency preparedness requirements.

Perform other related duties as assigned.

**Must be 21 years or older to apply***

You will be evaluated for this position based on how well you meet the qualifications below. Your resume/application must demonstrate the required experience/education. Please see additional information on how your application is evaluated .

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED

Minimum

• Potential to stock merchandise, assist patrons and operate a cash register which is shown by the ability to read, comprehend and explain product literature; as well as count, subtract, multiply, and divide for stocking and inventory purposes as evidenced by high school course work, a GED or high school diploma.
• Ability to routinely lift 10 pounds and occasionally lift 25 pounds and stand for long periods of time.

Preferred (in addition to the minimum)

• Previous retail merchandising or cashier experience.

Why Work for Us?

• Work-Life Balance: We understand the importance of personal time. Enjoy a healthy balance between work and life with our flexible schedules.
• Investing in Your Future: Secure your financial future with our 401k plan and company pension plan, designed to help you save for tomorrow, today.
• Company Wellness Initiatives: We support your well-being with wellness programs aimed at keeping you healthy, happy, and at your best.
• Flexible Schedules: We know life is unpredictable, so we offer flexible schedules to help you manage your commitments and personal needs.
• Professional Growth: Grow your career with us through opportunities for training, development, and career advancement.

USCG COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMAND COMPREHENSIVE BENEFITS:

• Paid Annual and Sick Leave
• Holiday Pay
• Pension Plan
• 401k Savings Plan
• Life Insurance
• Short Term/Long Term Disability
• Tuition Assistance

OTHER ESSENTIAL INFORMATION

• Residency Requirements: Non-U.S. nationals, who are authorized to work in the U.S. and applying for any DHS position, must have resided within the United States, or U.S. territories, for at least three of the last five years.
• Selectee will be required to participate in Direct Deposit/Electronic Funds Transfer as the Standard method of payment for payroll and travel purposes.
• Males born after 12/31/59 and at least 18 years of age must be registered with the Selective Service System, unless covered by an exemption under the Selective Service Law, in accordance with 5 U.S. Code 3378. Selectee will be required to provide a written statement regarding his registration status unless he is exempted by this statute.
• Must satisfactorily complete a Federal Background check and all pre-employment requirements, which may include, but are not limited to, background checks, security clearances, drug testing, verification of employment history, and any other requirements applicable to this position. Additionally, you may be required to meet specific job-related qualifications or certifications as a condition of your employment.
• Applicants may not be employed in the chain of command of their relatives.
• This agency provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the agency. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be on a case-by-case basis.

Equal Employment Opportunity: All candidates will be considered without regard to any non-merit factor such as race, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or marital status.