Divisional Sales Clerk

San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance is a nonprofit international conservation leader, committed to inspiring a passion for nature and creating a world where all life thrives. Empowering people from around the globe to support our mission to conserve wildlife through innovation and partnerships, we support cutting-edge conservation, and bring the stories of our work back to our two world-famous front doors — the San Diego Zoo and San Diego Zoo Safari Park — giving millions of guests, in person and virtually, the opportunity to experience conservation in action. The deep and extensive knowledge gained from more than a century of experience in wildlife care, health, veterinary services, nutrition and conservation makes us invaluable in the global effort to save species. Our team members play a crucial role in driving our conservation efforts forward and bringing us closer to a world where all life thrives.

HOW YOU WILL IMPACT OUR MISSION

The Divisional Sales Clerk is responsible for one or more areas of merchandise display, inventory level maintenance, orders, sales, warehouse supply and cash register operation at the Zoo or Safari Park. This position reports to the department Lead and Manager.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Orders, stocks, displays, and sells merchandise items in a retail outlet
• Assists buyers and coordinators in reordering merchandise
• Deals with vendors intermittently
• Coordinates merchandise display and movement
• Participates in training sales clerks
• Fills mail orders
• Maintains sales areas and merchandise in a clean and orderly manner
• Maintains accurate and proper inventory
• Posts price change notices
• Operates a cash register
• Opens and closes register
• Provides information to the customers and handle complaints effectively

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
• Retail merchandise sales
• Effective customer relations skills
• Operate a cash register accurately and efficiently
• Understand and carry out instructions
• Communicate and work effectively with others in a diverse environment
• Work in a team environment and motivate others
• Multi-task and prioritize
• Follow directions effectively
• Deal tactfully and courteously with others
• Competently perform the representative duties outlined above
• Perform each Essential job function at a high level

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 Full-Time Non-Exempt Union Position - If selected, there will be fees and dues to be paid to the union
• Hourly Rate: $18.73