Sales Associate
The Jewish Museum, Niagara Falls, NY, United States
Sales Associate
Date: March 2026
Start Date: ASAP
Title: Sales Associate, Jewish Museum Shop
Department: Shop
Reports to: Manager, Retail
FSLA Status: Non-exempt
Schedule: Part-time; less than 20 hours per week; Sundays, some holidays, & events required
The Jewish Museum The Jewish Museum is an art museum committed to illuminating the complexity and vibrancy of Jewish culture for a global audience. Through distinctive exhibitions and programs that present the work of diverse artists and thinkers, the Museum shares ideas, provokes dialogue, and promotes understanding. The Jewish Museum maintains a unique collection of nearly 30,000 works of art, ceremonial objects, and media reflecting the global Jewish experience. Located on New York City's Museum Mile, in the landmarked Warburg mansion, the Museum plays an important role among cultural institutions, challenging all forms of bigotry and discrimination and promoting understanding among diverse audiences. The Jewish Museum invites applicants of all backgrounds to consider joining the Museum in its work. For more information, please visit www.TheJewishMuseum.org.
Position The Sales Associate is an ambassador of the Jewish Museum who provides guests with a positive museum and shopping experience. Candidates should truly enjoy proactively interacting with people and have a welcoming, engaging personality. Candidates must be flexible enough to provide both individualized attention for high-end purchases and fast-paced sales during times of increased crowds and holiday shoppers.
Responsibilities
Engage with guests and contribute to a positive museum experience
Provide exceptional customer service to all guests
Proactively approach guests and assist with their merchandise selection, including presenting merchandise and effectively communicating product features and stories
Continually learn about new and existing products to better sell a range of clients
Execute accurate computer-generated point of sale transactions, including capturing guest information for future communications
Sell Museum Memberships
Gift wrap and bag customer purchases
Replenish inventory in shop from stockroom
Assist with maintaining organization and appearance of shop
Process phone orders; assist with processing web and other special orders
Participate in annual year-end inventory in June
Help with special events as needed
Requirements
High-end retail experience preferred
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Must be computer literate, with knowledge of Retail Pro or similar POS computer program preferred
Knowledge of Judaica a plus
Interest in art and cultural institutions
Works well within a team
Available to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, Sundays, and some holidays
Ability to stand for extended periods of time and handle light lifting
Salary: $23 per hour
Application Instructions Send resume with cover letter to: Director, Human Resources The Jewish Museum 1109 Fifth Avenue New York, NY 10128 Email: jobs@thejm.org Fax: 212.423.3232
The Jewish Museum is committed to diversifying its staff and encourages individuals of all ethnic, racial, and religious backgrounds to apply for this position. The Museum is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected characteristic prohibited by applicable law.
This is a unionized position with covered employees represented by Local 2110, UAW, AFL-CIO.
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Start Date: ASAP
Title: Sales Associate, Jewish Museum Shop
Department: Shop
Reports to: Manager, Retail
FSLA Status: Non-exempt
Schedule: Part-time; less than 20 hours per week; Sundays, some holidays, & events required
The Jewish Museum The Jewish Museum is an art museum committed to illuminating the complexity and vibrancy of Jewish culture for a global audience. Through distinctive exhibitions and programs that present the work of diverse artists and thinkers, the Museum shares ideas, provokes dialogue, and promotes understanding. The Jewish Museum maintains a unique collection of nearly 30,000 works of art, ceremonial objects, and media reflecting the global Jewish experience. Located on New York City's Museum Mile, in the landmarked Warburg mansion, the Museum plays an important role among cultural institutions, challenging all forms of bigotry and discrimination and promoting understanding among diverse audiences. The Jewish Museum invites applicants of all backgrounds to consider joining the Museum in its work. For more information, please visit www.TheJewishMuseum.org.
Position The Sales Associate is an ambassador of the Jewish Museum who provides guests with a positive museum and shopping experience. Candidates should truly enjoy proactively interacting with people and have a welcoming, engaging personality. Candidates must be flexible enough to provide both individualized attention for high-end purchases and fast-paced sales during times of increased crowds and holiday shoppers.
Responsibilities
Engage with guests and contribute to a positive museum experience
Provide exceptional customer service to all guests
Proactively approach guests and assist with their merchandise selection, including presenting merchandise and effectively communicating product features and stories
Continually learn about new and existing products to better sell a range of clients
Execute accurate computer-generated point of sale transactions, including capturing guest information for future communications
Sell Museum Memberships
Gift wrap and bag customer purchases
Replenish inventory in shop from stockroom
Assist with maintaining organization and appearance of shop
Process phone orders; assist with processing web and other special orders
Participate in annual year-end inventory in June
Help with special events as needed
Requirements
High-end retail experience preferred
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Must be computer literate, with knowledge of Retail Pro or similar POS computer program preferred
Knowledge of Judaica a plus
Interest in art and cultural institutions
Works well within a team
Available to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, Sundays, and some holidays
Ability to stand for extended periods of time and handle light lifting
Salary: $23 per hour
Application Instructions Send resume with cover letter to: Director, Human Resources The Jewish Museum 1109 Fifth Avenue New York, NY 10128 Email: jobs@thejm.org Fax: 212.423.3232
The Jewish Museum is committed to diversifying its staff and encourages individuals of all ethnic, racial, and religious backgrounds to apply for this position. The Museum is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected characteristic prohibited by applicable law.
This is a unionized position with covered employees represented by Local 2110, UAW, AFL-CIO.
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