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Position Title:Gift Shop Associate - Temporary

Job Group:Merit

Required Minimum Qualifications:• Ability to read, write and follow instructions.

Preferred Qualifications:Customer service experience

Experience operating a cash register

Job Description:

Under direct supervision, performs routine and repetitive clerical duties to assist in a temporary capacity (less than 780 hours per fiscal year) in telephone surveys, at workshops, conferences, camps and other special events.

Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities

+ Cash and credit card handling

+ Inventory and merchandise, restocking and pricing items in the Gift Shop

+ Answers questions to Garden guests and answer Gift Shop phone

+ Responsible for opening/closing Gift Shop, turning on lights, preparing shop and cash box for daily operations.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.

• Ability to operate office equipment.

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship. Immigration sponsorship is not available for this position.

Appointment Type:Temporary (Fixed Term)

Proposed End Date or Length of Term:June 30, 2026

Number of Months Employed Per Year:

Time Type:Part time

Pay Grade:01

Application Instructions:

Apply for this position by clicking on “Apply” and completing the Merit Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter details about your education and work history. If you have questions regarding the application process, please email [email protected] or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485.

Original Posting Date: July 30, 2025

Posting Close Date:August 9, 2025

Job Requisition Number:R17513

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