General Job Requirements:
The Preservation Society of Newport County seeks part-time candidates to work selling tickets, handling membership sales to assist visitors in their visit to the Newport Mansions. One weekend day is required. Shifts are from 9:30 a.m. to 5:15 p.m. Occasional special events may require work outside of this period. Part-time Admissions Associate - must work a minimum of 4 days per week. The Admissions Associate is often the initial point of customer service contact. The Associate will possess a clear understanding of our ticket and membership options and will assist the visitor in making ticket selections by offering suggestions for the visitor to consider. Once a selection has been made the Associate will complete the sale in a fast, friendly, and accurate manner.
The desirable candidate will possess the following qualifications:
High School diploma or equivalent. Minimum one-year documented cash handling, and sales or customer service experience. Ability to operate sales programs. Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions and training guides. Familiarity with mobile devices strongly preferred. Excellent verbal, interpersonal and customer service skills Strong self-starter with the ability to work independently, multi-task, and establish priorities. Follow prescribed safety and health rules, regulations, and practices. A minimum of one weekend day per week is required for all guides. We are only closed on Thanksgiving and Christmas; guides must be available to work on other holidays.
Benefits:
Participation in company 403(b) retirement plan, family membership with the PSNC, reciprocity with local cultural institutions, discounted membership to Newport YMCA.
To Apply:
Email to: lmurphy@newportmansions.org
Apply online at: https://talent.paylocity.com/Talent/Jobs/Details/1560758
By mail or in person at: lmurphy@newportmansions.org