University of Oklahoma Looking for Special Events & Gift Store Assistant Full Time

Organization: Okla Museum of Natural
History

Job Location: Oklahoma-Norman-Norman
Campus

Schedule:

Work Schedule: Wed.-Sunday 8-5 occasionally nights for special
events

Work Type: Onsite

Salary Range: Targeted salary: $12.00-$14.42/hr, based on
experience

Benefits Provided: No

Required Attachments: Resume

Job Description

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The Sam Noble Museum is looking for a self-motivated,
outgoing, high-energy, forward-facing, organized individual to be our Special Events & Gift Store Assistant. The Sam Noble Museum is a
fast-paced, fun environment. The Special Events and Gift Store Assistant will split their time between all areas of our Visitor Services
Department. The Special Events Coordinator with museum events including internal museum events, banquets, lectures, and weddings. This
person will be involved in all aspects of Special Events from the initial inquiries to first meetings, event planning, execution, and wrap
up. In addition, they will schedule, execute, and support all aspects of birthday parties at the Museum. Assist the Gift Store Manager.
Responsibilities will include supporting regular operations including cash handling, stocking, and light cleaning. Willing to train student
associates, help with unpacking and receiving inventory, getting it to the floor, and help support the Gift Store Manager as assigned.
Maintain regular operations at the Front Desk. Training student associates and filling in when necessary, including cash handling,
processing memberships, sharing information about the museum and the surrounding area, and keeping the front desk neat and organized. (50%
Special Events & Birthday Parties, 40% Gift Store, 10% Front Desk & Operations) The perfect candidate will be adaptable and flexible. They
will have a positive demeanor and enjoy working with children and adults. This is a very hands-on position, and the ideal candidate would be
eager and excited to greet our guests regardless of the department assignment.

Job
Requirements

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Required Education: High School diploma or GED, AND:

• 12 months
  office, clerical or administrative support experience.

Skills:

• Extraordinary Customer Service.
• Basic math skills
• Computer Proficient (MS Suite)
• Experience with Point of Sales Systems (Clover and
  Altru)
• Able to communicate well and build rapport quickly with students, faculty and staff
• Excellent oral,
  written and interpersonal communication skills
• Highly organized and able to handle multiple projects and deadlines in a
  fast-paced environment.
• Attention to detail and exceptional time management skills
• Able to work well with
  interdepartmental teams and initiatives
• Flexibility and ability to adapt to changing situations; must be able to exercise
  discretion and independent judgment
• Ability to learn/use new software and systems.
• Familiarity with digital
  resources.
• Desire to continue professional development.

Certifications: None

Advertised Physical Requirements:

• Ability to speak including expressing oneself or exchanging information
  with others.
• Ability to hear including receiving detailed information orally or making fine discriminations in sound.
• Ability to see including color, depth, perception, or clarity.
• Ability to stand for 8 hours a day.
• Ability to use a computer keyboard and touch screen from a standing position.
• Ability to reach including
  extending the arm or hand and engage in repetitive motion.
• Ability to be mobile, agile, bend, stoop, squat, climb, lift (up
  to 44 pounds) and carry.
• The noise level in the work environment varies from quiet to loud; situations like working with
  school-age children are common.

Departmental Preferences:

• Great customer service skills.
• Experience with data entry, and/or office administration experience.
• Experience with information systems such as
  point-of-sales systems and Altru.
• Experience with front desk operations in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with
  museums, cultural organizations, or other non-profits

Special Instructions: If you are selected as a final candidate
for this position, you will be subject to The University of Oklahoma Norman Campus Tuberculosis Testing policy. To view the policy, visit https://hr.ou.edu/Policies-Handbooks/TB-Testing.

Diversity
Statement: The University of Oklahoma is committed to achieving a diverse, equitable, and inclusive university community by recognizing
each person’s unique contributions, background, and perspectives. The University of Oklahoma strives to cultivate a sense of belonging and
emotional support for all, recognizing that fostering an inclusive environment for all is vital in the pursuit of academic and inclusive
excellence in all aspects of our institutional mission.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: The University of Oklahoma, in
compliance with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations, does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex,
sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, age, religion, disability, political beliefs, or status as a
veteran in any of its policies, practices, or procedures. This includes, but is not limited to, admissions, employment, financial aid,
housing, services in educational programs or activities, and health care services that the University operates or provides.

Hiring contingent upon a Background Check?: Yes

Special Indications: None

Job Posting: Jul 28, 2023