Shop at AGH/Art Rental & Sales Volunteers
Passionate about unique merchandise? Helpful and courteous? Then you should become a Shop at AGH/Art Rental & Sales Volunteer at the Art Gallery of Hamilton.
What do Shop at AGH/Art Rentals & Sales Volunteers do?
Under the supervision of the Shop at AGH staff, volunteers:
Provide excellent customer service: greeting customers, using good judgment to determine the level of service, answering questions
Keep up to date on products in the Shop and convey this knowledge to customers
Handle transactions at the point-of-sale terminal, including debit and credit card transactions, packaging and wrapping purchases
Receive, price and inventory merchandise
Assist in upkeep of shop appearance, including dusting shelves and merchandise
What level of commitment is expected?
Volunteers are expected to work a minimum of two 3-4 hour shifts a month (a total of 6-8 hours) in order to keep current with new products and sales transaction procedures. Shifts are available during the day, Tuesday – Friday, evenings on Thursday and Friday, as well as Saturday and Sunday.
What skills are required for this position?
Friendly and approachable
Experience dealing with the public
Retail experience and/or some knowledge of art and art history is desirable
Ability to communicate well and work as part of a team
Basic computer skills would be an asset
Physical ability to bend, climb and lift up to 20 pounds
How do I become a Volunteer?
Please return to the main Volunteering webpage and following the instructions for the Volunteer Application.
Note: To be a volunteer at the AGH, you are required to become a member. For more information about membership, click here.
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