Japanese American National Museum Job Posting Store Associate
Temporary/Part-Time/
Non-Exempt
An affiliate of the Smithsonian Institution and AAM accredited, the
Japanese American National Museum (www.janm.org) is recognized as one of
the nation’s premier cultural museums. The National Museum is located
adjacent to the Metro Gold Line in the Little Tokyo/Arts district in
downtown Los Angeles, a neighborhood that has experienced an exciting
revitalization with diverse new restaurants, shops, luxury apartments, and
nightlife.
The mission of the Japanese American National Museum, home of the National
Center for the Preservation of Democracy, “is to promote understanding and
appreciation of America’s ethnic and cultural diversity by sharing the
Japanese American experience. Based in the historic Little Tokyo
neighborhood, it has a nation-wide focus and international base of support.
In conjunction with Sanrio the National Museum will present the world’s
first large-scale Hello Kitty museum retrospective.
Store Associate is a temporary position for the duration of the
exhibition *Hello!
Exploring the Supercute World of Hello Kitty*. Responsible for promoting
sales and orders, processing sales and providing customer service. Up to
29 hours per week with at least one weekend day required. Ideal candidate
will be available to work September 16, 2014 – April 26, 2015. Duties
include processing On-site, phone, mail and web order sales. Assists with
receipt and stocking of new merchandise and packing outgoing orders. Will
promote sales of membership, gift certificates and other special sales as
needed. Must be able to work with individuals of all ages. Minimum 6
months customer service experience in a retail environment. Previous
experience working at a non-profit organization in collaboration with
volunteers preferred. Ability to multi-task with Professional phone skills
and adept with handling cash and processing sales. Must be able to provide
courteous and effective service to co-workers, volunteers and the public.
Knowledge of CAM data systems or POS system, Familiarity with Gmail and MS
word and excel. Knowledge of Japanese American history and culture a plus;
however, sensitivity to issues of diversity and ethnicity is essential.
Background check required. Please Visit www.janm.org/jobs/ for application
form and to view full job qualifications. EOE.
Benefits include: paid parking, discounts in museum store and on-site Chado
tea room.
Submit: Cover Letter, application and resume with salary history &
references
Japanese American National Museum
Attn: Human Resources
Re: Store Associate-Temporary (Hello Kitty)
100 N. Central Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90012
Email: [email protected] Fax (213) 830-5673
No Phone Calls Please
Deadline to Apply 9/16/14
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Japanese American National Museum
100 N. Central Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90012
