MUSEUM STORES ASSISTANT MANAGER
 
GENERAL SUMMARY:
The Museum Store Assistant Manager is responsible for providing visitors with a continuation of the National Museum of the Pacific War experience and generating earned revenue consistent with the mission and standards of the organization. This full-time position, which includes a complete benefit package, will report to the Museum Stores Manager. Salary will commensurate with experience.
 
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Greet all visitors to the museum stores with a positive and enthusiastic demeanor and assist with merchandise selection and other requested information.
• Maintain positive communication with all Foundation employees. Promote teamwork within the museum stores and throughout the Foundation.
• Accurately complete all sales transactions according to Point of Sale (POS) procedures and Foundation policy.
• Complete telephone sales, web orders and prepare merchandise for shipping.
• Process incoming stock according to POS and inventory management procedures daily.
• Maintain proper filing of all paperwork.
• Maintain attractive and well stocked merchandised displays replenishing as needed.
• Perform merchandise transfers as requested by Museum Store Manager and Director of Retail Services according to POS procedures and Foundation policy.
• Delegate tasks to Museum Store Associates in order to complete duties in a timely manner.
• Assist Museum Store Manager with hiring, scheduling and training museum store associates.
• Maintain store organization and cleanliness by performing and delegating maintenance and replenishment duties daily. Maintain cash register area organization and cleanliness. Maintain organization of overstock cabinets and stockroom.
• Set up and monitor daily sales goals from annual sales budget. Communicate daily goals and results to all associates.
• Monitor cash control and follow all cash control procedures. Report all discrepancies to Museum Store Manager immediately.
• Assist Museum Store Manager in preparing for and conducting annual physical inventory.
• Other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum three years retail sales experience with 1 – 2 years supervisory experience of more than 3 associates. Museum store or high end gift store experience preferred.
• Excellent supervisory, communication, and organizational skills.
• Positive attitude and motivated team player; works cooperatively with museum staff; provides outstanding customer service.
• Demonstrated sales and goal achievement.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and handle multiple projects.
• Proficient with computers, the Internet, Point-of-Sale applications and reporting functions, Microsoft Outlook and Excel.
• Ability to meet scheduled deadlines.
• Ability to lift and move stock and assist with shipping merchandise as needed.
• Ability to meet the needs of a flexible schedule including weekends, holidays and occasional evenings.

TO APPLY:
Send a cover letter, current resume, and a list of 4 or more professional references to gratigni@nimitzfoundation.org or mail to Krista Gratigni, Director of Retail Services, The Admiral Nimitz Foundation, 328 E. Main Street, Fredericksburg, TX 78624
 
 
MUSEUM EVENT SUPPORT STAFF
 
GENERAL SUMMARY:
Event support staff members are responsible for the set up and break down of special events held at the Admiral Nimitz Museum and the National Museum of the Pacific War . Event support staff also assist in supervising events by overseeing caterers and additional outside contract vendors while assisting clients with additional needs to assure an outstanding event experience for all attendees. This part-time position averages 25 hrs per week and reports to Facility Rental Manager. Hourly rate $8.00 - $9.00.
 
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Set up and break down event equipment: tables, chairs, podiums and, audio / video as directed per client contract.
• Perform clean up duties to rental facility locations as required.
• Maintain high level of organization and cleanliness of catering kitchen and storage areas.
• Monitor event progress and assist clients with additional needs as requested.
• Assist outside vendors as directed.
• Maintain positive communication with all Foundation employees. Promote teamwork throughout the Foundation.
• Other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Positive attitude and motivated team player; works cooperatively with museum staff and outside vendors; provides outstanding customer service.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and handle multiple projects.
• Knowledge of audio and video equipment set up and functions.
• Ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs. Must be able to bend as necessary.
• Ability to pass and become certified in TABC regulations.
• Ability to meet the needs of a flexible event schedule including nights, weekends and, holidays.

TO APPLY:
Complete Admiral Nimitz Foundation application and submit to crawford@nimitzfoundation.org or mail to Sheala Crawford, Facility Rental Manager, The Admiral Nimitz Foundation, 328 E. Main Street, Fredericksburg, TX 78624