Sales Clerk, Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center

Sales Clerk, Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center

The University of Texas at Austin Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center is committed to inspiring the conservation and cultivation of native plants through its gardens and programs. The Wildflower Center is the state botanic garden of Texas, a treasured Austin gem, and a national leader in the field of native plant education, gardening, sustainable landscapes, land restoration, plant conservation and research. It is home to the largest living collection of Texas native plants, welcomes 300,000 visitors annually, has over 18,000 member households and reaches more than 2 million people per year through its popular native plant database. The Center envisions thriving, native plant landscapes everywhere that nurture wildlife, uplift communities, and ensure ecological resilience for generations.

Wildflower Center staff are University of Texas at Austin employees receiving all associated benefits as well as an annual membership to the Center, discounts on Center classes, access to Wildflower Center events, and discounts at the Shop and Gallery. An inspiring, collaborative and beautiful work environment with outstanding coworkers awaits you.

Purpose

The Wildflower Center is seeking a Sales Clerk in our Gift Shop and Gallery to support our seasonal Luminations exhibition and the busy holiday season. The ideal candidate will provide top-notch customer service, prioritize guest satisfaction, and demonstrate strong attention to detail and organizational skills, all while championing our mission and goals.

Responsibilities

• Offer best in class customer service to our guests as a salesperson and cashier.
• Restock merchandise as needed.
• Support volunteers, Gift Shop and Gallery Manager and other staff.
• Open and close the Gift Shop and Gallery as scheduled (evening and weekend work will be required).
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Experience multitasking responsibilities in a high traffic area.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Reliable transportation.
• Cashier experience.
• Ability to work weekends, evenings, and holidays as required during peak seasons and special events.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience working in a botanic garden gift shop.
• Previous experience supporting exhibitions.

Salary Range

$18.00 per hour

Working Conditions

• Evening and weekend work will be required.
• May stand for long periods of time.

Work Shift

• The work schedule is no more than 19 hours per week and will vary with business needs.
• Extended hours during evenings and weekends will be required.
• Schedules are generally available two weeks in advance.

Required Materials

• Resume/CV
• 3 work references with their contact information including email address; at least one reference should be from a supervisor.
• Letter of interest