Museum Assistant Jobs

The Petroleum Museum Store is looking for an outgoing, detail-oriented person who is ready to learn and wants to encourage visitors to explore the history and science behind the petroleum industry. This individual will assist the Museum Store Manager in stocking, pricing, and storing inventory. They will also greet visitors from all over the world as they process sales on the cash register.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Label inventory for sale

• Re-stock store as needed

• Regular up-keep and maintenance of store

• Assist with management of store inventory

• Assist other Museum departments, as needed

• Answer the phone and direct callers

• Greet visitors and process admissions

• Assist shoppers through product knowledge

• Effectively close out the register

• Assist with reports

• Assist with processing and shipping of online orders

Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of computer software, including but not limited to, Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel

• Ability to work well with others

• Ability to interact with visitors and welcome them

• Ability to run a cash register and transact sales, both in cash and credit

• Ability to follow specific procedures

• Understanding and promotion of the Museum's mission, goals, and objectives

Conditions:

• Work can involve hours outside standard business hours

• Work is a combination of an office and retail environment

• Applicant must consent to a background check and drug test upon hire