Sales Associates (Temporary)
Engaging. Dynamic. Fun.
As one of the world’s renowned art museums, the MFA boasts a collection that spans nearly all cultures and time periods—ranging from the art of ancient Egypt to French Impressionism to Contemporary. There’s art and so much more to interest people from all walks of life. The Museum is a lively social destination that offers concerts, films, and lectures while also serving as an important community and educational resource for schools and families.
Our mission is to preserve and share our treasures with Boston and beyond while providing an engaging and memorable experience for all our visitors. This would not be possible without our talented staff, volunteers, donors, members, and community partners.
Our culture is built on scholarship, collaboration, trust, and mutual respect. We embrace change and the opportunity it brings and are committed to develop, reward, and retain our valuable staff.
Join us for what promises to be an enriching, vibrant, and ever-changing experience. And, yes, a fun place to work.
Sales Associates are responsible for customer service, sales, restocking and related retail duties in the MFA’s special exhibition gallery shop for the fall exhibition, Class Distinctions: Dutch Painting in the Age of Rembrandt and Vermeer. Position requires the ability to engage our diverse Museum Shop customer by communicating the features and benefits of our unique merchandise. This position will also provide excellent front-line service to MFA visitors by answering Museum-related questions and enthusiastically promoting the Museum.
Temporary positions available through January 2016. Varied part-time shifts including days, evenings, weekends, and/or holidays.
A high energy level and strong interpersonal skills; an interest in Museum Shop products including jewelry and fashion-related merchandise and an interest in the Museum of Fine Arts; previous retail experience desired.
To apply, please e-mail your résumé and cover letter to: customerservice@mfa.org (Word or PDF). You may also forward your materials via postal mail to: Manager, Museum of Fine Arts Gift Shop, 465 Huntington Avenue, Boston, MA 02115.
The Museum of Fine Arts, Boston is an Equal Opportunity Employer and seeks diversity in its workforce.
November 30, 2015
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