Job Information
New York Botanical Garden Part Time Sales Associate in Bronx, New York
Position Summary
The Seasonal part associate is responsible for:
Accurately ring up sales in the register and wrap purchases to prevent breakage and protect plants.
Assist customers and provide information about shop merchandise and general Garden programs.
Stock displays in a neat and organized fashion, and monitor items needed from the warehouse.
Perform daily cleaning tasks to maintain the shop’s appearance.
Additionally, this position supports, through actions and conduct, NYBG’s Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accessibility initiatives and actively helps to build and maintain an inclusive organizational culture throughout the institution.
Requirements:
Previous retail experience preferred.
Friendly and pleasant demeanor
Detail oriented.
Willingness to work hard and be part of a team.
Live plant or apparel experience preferred.
Flexibility re: duties, hours, and holidays – some evening hours will be required.
Physical Demands and Work Environment:
Prolonged and frequent standing
Ability to lift 25 pounds
Baseline schedule:
Weekend and 1-2 weekdays
9:30am – 6:00pm or 10:30am – 7:00pm
Some late shifts required during holiday Train Show: 1:30pm - 10:00pm.
Pay rate: $17/hr
If you require an accommodation for any part of the application process, please notify the Human Resources department at HR@nybg.org .
EOE/BIPOC/F/Persons with disabilities/Veterans