Gallery/Artisan Shop Administrative Associate

DESCRIPTION: Reporting to the Executive Director, this position will be responsible for a wide range of gallery, retail and administrative tasks. This position is for up to 4 days per week, Thursday – Sunday 12 – 5 pm.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Open and close the shop / gallery
• Be knowledgeable about the arts association, the art in the galleries, as well as merchandise in the shop
• Process daily point-of-sale transactions
• Follow up on telephone inquiries
• Assist with class registration and memberships
• Update membership database and excel spreadsheets as needed
• Serve as a liaison between general public, internal staff, members, volunteers and Board of Directors
• Assist as needed in making the galleries and public spaces presentable
• Prepare mailings, as well as other special projects

SKILLS:

• Excellent verbal, written and data management skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to multitask
• Customer-service oriented with strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to communicate and promote our shop, exhibitions and other MAA initiatives
• Proficiency in Microsoft office, membership database and point-of-sales systems preferred

QUALIFICATIONS:
A team oriented professional with a background in retail and a passion for the arts

SALARY
$15/ Per hour

HOW TO APPLY
Interested candidates should forward their resumes via email to Catherine Amidon at camidon@marbleheadarts.org or by mail to the MAA, 8 Hooper Street, Marblehead, MA 01945. No phone inquiries please.