New York Botanical Garden Careers - Part Time Sales Associate

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.

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:

Friday, Saturday, Sunday 9am- 5pm or 11am- 7pm, additional availability for Tuesday-Thursday preferred

Pay rate: $18/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