Merchandise Sales Clerk - Part Time - San Diego Zoo

HOW YOU WILL IMPACT OUR MISSION

The Merchandise Sales Clerk is committed to the department's mission and vision of providing the finest customer service to each guest by actively engaging in meaningful guest encounters. They perform a variety of duties to ensure a positive experience to our guests. This position reports to a Manager.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Sells merchandise items
• Explains related history of merchandise
• Demonstrates operation of appropriate merchandise
• Cleans and maintains sales displays and sales area
• Keeps sales items in stock and on display
• Orders above items as necessary and maintains an inventory
• Keeps prices clearly posted and updated
• Assists merchandise buyer
• Registers sales
• Makes change
• Opens and closes registers
• Rents and maintains strollers and wheelchairs
• Provides information to the public or directs to a knowledgeable

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
Commitment and top notch interpersonal skills to provide great customer service. Problem solving skills to identify practical solutions. Teamwork skills to work well with others and to be a productive member of the team. Must be at least 16 years of age and be able to obtain a work permit if selected for hire.

• JOB EXPERIENCE
  • Training and/or experience that would demonstrate the essential functions, knowledge and skills listed. 
• SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
  • Merchandising methods and register practices
  • Background/history/operations of merchandising
  • Zoo and Safari Park rules and regulations
  • Operate a cash register accurately and efficiently
  • Understand and carry out instructions
  • Understand and communicate effectively with the public
  • Deal tactfully and courteously with the others in a diverse environment
  • Foresee needs and maintain stocks before depleted 

SOME OF THE PERKS YOU WILL ENJOY AS A TEAM MEMBER

• Free admission to the San Diego Zoo and the San Diego Zoo Safari Park
• Family Passes
• Complimentary Tickets
• Local and In-House Discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Program

IMPORTANT DETAILS

• Location: San Diego, CA 
• Position Type: Hourly Part-Time Non-Exempt Union Position - If selected, there will be fees and dues to be paid to the union
• Hourly Rate: $17.25