Retail Salary in Poughkeepsie, NY

Vassar CollegeAdministrative Assistant- K (College Store)Department: College StoreDuration of Position: Full year / Full timeWork Schedule: Schedule varies: M-F 9:30am-6:00pm or 11:00am-7:30pm; Sat 10:30am-5:30pm. Some holidays & special eventsEmployee Type: StaffPosting Date: 03/13/2024Union Representation: CWAPosting Number: AS466PPay Rate: $17.80/hourCompensation: About Vassar CollegeLocated in the scenic Mid-Hudson Valley, Vassar College is a highly selective, residential, coeducational liberal arts college. Vassar stands upon the homelands of the Munsee Lenape.Vassar College is deeply committed to increasing the diversity of the campus community and to promoting an environment of equality, inclusion, and respect for difference. The College is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, and especially welcomes applications from veterans, women, individuals with disabilities, and members of racial, ethnic, and other historically underrepresented groups.Vassar College is a smoke-free, tobacco-free campus.Position Summary and ResponsibilitiesVassar College is seeking a retail associate (Administrative Assistant) to work in our college owned and operated store. The Administrative Assistant provides excellent customer service and assists in the sales of general merchandise and textbooks. This position assists customer with purchases, operates a cash and credit card point of sale device, and is responsible for ensuring merchandise is properly displayed. The Administrative Assistant interacts regularly with students, faculty, staff and visitors. Responsibilities: Operate a point of sale device efficiently ensuring that all functions are performed in a timely and accurate manner. Transact sales at the cash register including cash, credit card, P-card, and campus card. Properly receive and price merchandise within established pricing procedures. Monitor inventory levels of various store products and stock merchandise in an orderly and timely manner, enabling the availability of products to customers. Greet and assist customers; respond to customer inquiries and provide general information concerning store product information and location. Receive merchandise and ship online orders. Maintain all operations in the textbook area related to receiving, shelving, fulfilling textbook reservations, and returning textbooks. Assist with pricing textbooks. Creates and manages purchase orders for the ordering and returning of textbooks for each Semester. Develops and maintains inter departmental relationships. Timely processing and payment of all invoices and assures all credits due are received and posted. Assist with the used textbook buyback program as needed. Reconciliation of daily sales, enters sales data from the Web and physical store into spreadsheets for end of month balancing and posting to general ledger through Journal entry. Maintain and enter daily drawer and cash counts. Maintain store environment in a clean and orderly condition; assist in organizing displays in the store and merchandising cases. Under general supervision, resolve most questions; accomplish most tasks alone; keep the manager well informed of progress; some interpretation of established work procedures is required. Adapt to improvements or changes in existing service, product or processes. Operate a variety of office equipment as needed. Assist in ordering, receiving, and maintaining inventory of bookstore products. Assist in annual physical inventory. Accept and process special orders from customers. Supervise student employees for restocking of merchandise and general duties. Acts as Ambassador for Vassar College by providing college information to the campus community and visitors. Ensure safety standards are maintained while performing daily activities. Perform various additional related tasks as assigned by the College Store Director. This is a full-time, full-year, benefits eligible position. Schedule varies: Monday-Friday 9:30am-6:00pm or 11:00am-7:30pm; Saturday 10:30am-5:30pm. Some holidays & special events.Qualifications A minimum of two to four years previous administrative support experience and/or training. Retail experience including use of point of sale devices, and book keeping and/or accounting support required. Ability to perform mathematical calculations. Strong computer skills, including proficiency with both Mac and PC platform environments, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Google’s suite of tools (gmail, calendar, drive, docs, etc.), Workday (or comparable database systems), and a variety of email and internet browsers. Must be open to learning new software as needed. Ability to greet people courteously and interact effectively with a diverse community of students, faculty, employees and visitors. Demonstrated ability to: effectively manage deadlines and multiple competing priorities while maintaining attention to detail and exercising good judgment; exercise discretion and maintain confidentiality; and maintain a professional problem solving demeanor during sometimes stressful situations. Must have excellent customer service skills, perform work with accuracy, and be able to work efficiently and effectively under demanding conditions, such as special events and back-to-school rush. Ability to remain in a stationary position for extended periods of time. Ability to position self to clean, organize and stock inventory. Ability to move, ascend/descend and traverse to complete required tasks. Ability to move, position, place and transport objects weighing up to and including 50 pounds. Special Instructions to ApplicantsTo complete your on-line application, you will be required to attach your resume, cover letter, and contact information for 3 professional references. All attachments must be in PDF format. Review of applications will begin immediately.For full consideration applicants should apply by: All applicants must apply online at: https://employment.vassar.edu/postings/3770.Copyright ©2022 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved.Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency jeid-c68cf6c6ed231d4bbc5da66e8e05d8b6

As a Car Electronics Installer, you’ll lend your technical talents to installing new technology into customers’ vehicles. In this role, you’ll follow established procedures for recommending, troubleshooting and installing mobile electronics specific to each vehicle. You’ll also share automotive technology advice, best practices and recommendations with clients and other employees. Internally, this role is known as an Autotech Agent.What you’ll doInstall standard mobile electronic solutions including T-harness remote starts, speakers, dash cameras, backup cameras, amplifiers and in-dash unitsVerify vehicle make and model and communicate any compatibility concerns prior to installationUse provided guides to identify compatible mobile electronic products and complete installation projectsProvide a high level of customer serviceAcquire and maintain required certificationsBasic qualificationsCurrent, valid driver’s licenseHave and maintain a driving record that meets Best Buy’s safety standards (e.g. minimal number of violations/accidents)Preferred qualificationsPrior experience installing car electronicsPrior retail experienceWhat’s in it for youWe’re committed to helping our people thrive at work and at home. We offer generous benefits that address your total well-being and provide support as you need it, especially key moments in your life.Our benefits include:Competitive payGenerous employee discountFinancial savings and retirement resourcesSupport for your physical and mental well-beingAbout usAs part of the Best Buy team, you’ll help us fulfill our purpose to enrich lives through technology. We bring that to life every day by humanizing and personalizing tech solutions for every stage of life — in our stores, online and in customers’ homes.Our culture is built on deeply supporting and valuing our amazing employees who make it all possible. We’re committed to being a great place to work, where you can unlock unique career possibilities. Above all, we aim to provide a place where you can bring your full, authentic self to work now and into the future. Tomorrow works here.

Claire's - A Career that's always in stylePart-Time Manager/3rd Key Holder OpportunityAbout the RoleAs a 3rd Keyholder at Claire's, you will be responsible for:Supporting your Store Manager and Assistant Store Manager with the achievement of retail store targets by driving salesIn the absence of any other management they may open and close the store and are responsible at that point for ensuring that the store trades safely and legallyDelivering sales through friendly and efficient customer serviceEnsuring our customers have a fun and enjoyable shopping experienceDemonstrating Claire's productsAssisting customers with their queries using your product knowledgeAssisting with processing store deliveries, visual merchandising, stock takes, markdowns and promotionsEar piercing (you will receive full training)Ensuring the store looks presentable and inviting to our customersAbout Claire'sA leading high street fashion retailer with +3000 stores globallyWe specialize in fashionable jewelry, accessories and cosmetics productsOur core customer ranges from children to young women. We accommodate all our customers' moods, attitudes and styles, including: feminine and pretty, unique/individual and the latest catwalk trendsWe are a fun place to work! We encourage all store members to wear our productWe encourage and support your development! If you're committed, ambitious and willing to learn we will provide you with the skills you need to grow in our company!Qualifications - ExternalAbout YouSome high school requiredMinimum 1 year retail experienceExcellent verbal/written communication and organizational skillsBasic computer skillsUnderstands the importance of Customer ServiceSound understanding of mathematics and strong reading comprehension skillsAbility to stand during scheduled shiftsAbility to maneuver up to 25 lbs regularly and up to 75 lbs occasionallyBending, stooping, extended reaching, climbing ladders and step stools while placing merchandise throughout the store and assisting CustomersAbility to operate POS systemClaire's is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity and inclusion and we encourage applications from members of all under represented groups, including those with disabilities. We will accommodate applicants' needs, upon request, throughout all stages of the recruitment process. Please inform us of the accommodation(s) that you may require. Information received relating to accommodation will be addressed confidentially. To request accommodation, please email [email protected]. Only messages sent for this purpose will be considered. Claire's is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity and inclusion and we encourage applications from members of all underrepresented groups, including those with disabilities. We will accommodate applicants' needs, upon request, throughout all stages of the recruitment process. Please inform us of the accommodation(s) that you may require.

As a Geek Squad Agent, you’ll be the first point of contact for people seeking technology support, knowledge and solutions. We’ll provide the training and resources you need to ask the right questions, listen carefully, take detailed notes and partner with other agents as needed to help customers who visit our stores. Working together, we’ll create a supportive, positive environment for anyone who is facing tech challenges or wants to get more out of their devices.What you’ll doProvide positive, timely service to customers during the check-in and checkout processUnderstand technology issues by asking questions, listening, asking follow-up questions, taking detailed notes and providing accurate time estimates for next stepsHelp set up and repair technology devices for customersMonitor service queues and provide accurate status updates to customersClearly communicate and partner with fellow agentsBasic Qualifications Experience using and learning about consumer electronicsAbility to work successfully as part of a teamAbility to prioritize and multi-task in a fast-paced environmentAbility to work a flexible schedule, including holidays, nights and weekendsWhy you’ll love it hereWe’re committed to helping our people thrive at work and at home. We offer generous benefits that address your total well-being and provide support as you need it, especially key moments in your life.Our benefits include:Competitive payGenerous employee discountFinancial savings and retirement resourcesSupport for your physical and mental well-beingAbout usAs part of the Best Buy team, you’ll help us fulfill our purpose to enrich lives through technology. We bring that to life every day by humanizing and personalizing tech solutions for every stage of life — in our stores, online and in customers’ homes.Our culture is built on deeply supporting and valuing our amazing employees who make it all possible. We’re committed to being a great place to work, where you can unlock unique career possibilities. Above all, we aim to provide a place where you can bring your full, authentic self to work now and into the future. Tomorrow works here.