Job Description:   Gift Shop Coordinator

Reports:  Guest Relations Manager

Status:  Full time Non-Exempt

Compensation:  $13.00 hourly

Schedule:  Tuesday-Saturday, 9:30am – 5:30pm

Job Summary and Qualifications

This position oversees the daily operations of the Gift Shop ensuring that it operates in a professional and profitable manner in close coordination with Texas Discovery Gardens volunteer buyer. The ideal candidate will have extensive cash handling experience, a background in retail business, and knowledge of inventory control, basic accounting and merchandising.

Primary Responsibilities

• Responsible for daily operations of Gift Shop operations in conjunction with Guest Relations Director and TDG’s volunteer buyer
• Responsible for ordering and inventory tracking of merchandise
• Provide top notch customer service and provide an inviting experience to all TDG guests
• Stock and maintain visually appealing displays
• Manage proper stock inventory and maintain accurate records
• Perform other duties as requested by supervisor

Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent required; college experience, preferred.
• 3-5 years cash handling and record keeping experience
• 2-3 years experience in a retail management capacity
• Knowledge of product development and visual displays and installations
• Possess excellent customer service skills, verbal and writing skills, and organizational skills
• Ability to work well in a team environment
• Bilingual in Spanish a plus

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand/walk for extended periods of time
• Ability to exert up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 20 pounds of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects for exhibits

Please email resume to ddavis@txdg.org and bcorey@txdg.org