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Museum Store Associate, Getty Villa (Part-Time)

The J. Paul Getty Trust • Los Angeles • from $23.80 / hour • 19h ago

Museum Store Associate, Getty Villa (Part-Time)

Job Family Retail and Merchandising

Type Regular Part-Time

Getty Villa

Workplace Type Onsite

Salaried/Hourly Hourly

Hiring Pay Scale $23.80 Hourly

Program/Department Auxiliary Services - 1604-Villa Museum Store Operations

Requisition Number 2025-4715

Getty is committed to creating a welcoming workplace that reflects the various backgrounds of the communities we serve. We value differences in the pursuit of inquiry and knowledge, mutual understanding, respect, trust, transparency, and cooperation. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship or immigration status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other protected status.

Job Summary

The Museum Store Associate supports the Getty Villa Museum Store as a professional and outgoing sales associate. The Store Associate operates a POS system, applies basic computer skills, handles money, and communicates effectively with visitors providing outstanding customer service. Additionally, the Store Associate demonstrates knowledge of current museum exhibits, store merchandise, and museum layout.

Major Job Responsibilities

Assists customers with orders

Handles cash responsibly with accuracy according to opening/closing proceduresDemonstrates knowledge of products, current exhibitions, and store/museum policiesPrepares store and/or satellite locations for opening by restocking merchandise from carts, checking inventory and supply levels, and providing general housekeepingMaintains store throughout the day

Qualifications

High School Diploma/GED
1-2 years retail experience preferably in a museum, specialty, or book store

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Must be able to operate a computerized point-of-sale system (POS)
Must be able to stand between 4-6 hours consecutively
Must be personable, congenial, and hospitable
Must have strong selling skills
Must have strong communication skills
Getty Villa knowledge - galleries, exhibitions, general information
Ability to lift up to 40 pounds

Benefits and Perks

Here are just some examples that Getty offers/provides for full-time employees:

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance coverage, starting on date of hire. Getty pays 75%-95% of the premium, depending on the plan selected.
403(b) Employee Investment retirement plan - with up to 5% Getty Match
Getty contribution of 6%, on behalf of employee, to 401(a) retirement account
Educational Assistance and professional development
Paid Vacation, Sick, and Personal Days
12 Paid Holidays
Many positions have bi-weekly off-Fridays
On-site Fitness Center at Getty Center
Community service opportunities

To learn more about our comprehensive benefits and long list of perks, go to Getty HR.