Assistant Manager - Cancer Institute Gift Shop Job Listing at UAMS in Little Rock, AR (Job ID R0054693-1)

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Closing Date:

05/14/2024
Type of Position: Professional Staff - Fiscal Affairs
Job Type: Regular
Work Shift: Day Shift (United States of America)

Sponsorship Available:

No
Institution Name: University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.
 

UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only):

• Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
• Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
• Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
• Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• Merchant Discounts
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening.  To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button.

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Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

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Department: CI | Cancer Institute Gift Shop

Department's Website:

Summary of Job Duties: The gift shop assistant manager is responsible for assisting the gift shop manager with the development and implementation of a business plan for the Cancer Institute Gift Shop. At the direction of the manager, the assistant manager will act in their absence (while manager is on vacation, market, sales meeting). The assistant will also supervise the volunteers in the shop. The assistant manager must be a self-starter and have demonstrated skills as a team player. Outstanding business and communication skills are essential in this highly visible position. The gift shop assistant manager reports directly to the Gift Shop Manager.
Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Business or related field of study PLUS Three (3) years of retail or direct sales experience.

• Gift shop/retail floor management, arrangement of retail floor space, merchandise display experience and coordination of sales staff experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Five (5) years or more in direct sales, buying quality merchandise at market and from sales reps, gift shop management and organization experience, experience in design of retail floor space, merchandise display, working within the system to pay bills in a timely fashion, working closely with the credit card buyer department and coordination/supervision of volunteers

Additional Information:

Responsibilities: 

• Assists the gift shop manager in developing and implementing a business plan for growth in profits and customer satisfaction.

• Manages financial transactions throughout the business day and reconciles daily reports.

• Supervises day to day inventory control and the checking in and storing of merchandise.

• Compiles all needed data for perpetual inventory records and coordinates the financial operation of the gift shop with all necessary departments.

• Supervises daily volunteers and manages their recruitment, orientation and scheduling.

• Maintains a daily awareness of the needs of patients, staff, and other customers.

• Performs effective communication skills in interactions with internal and external customers and maintains a positive, friendly atmosphere in a highly visible business, taking responsibility for a wide range of work tasks and situations which may arise in the absence of the gift shop manager, volunteer director, or assistant director.

• Contributes to the organization of special events at the Cancer Institute and UAMS and coordinates with the volunteer department on appreciation events and staff breakfasts.

• Coordinates with other groups to sell items for special events and schedules special after-hours functions, if needed.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Salary Information:

Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply:

List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume

Optional Documents:

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Recruitment Contact Information:

Please contact askrecruitment@uams.edu for any recruiting related questions.

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS  

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements: Annual TB Screening

This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity.  The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law. 

Constant Physical Activity: N/A
Frequent Physical Activity: Hearing, Sitting, Standing, Talking, Walking
Occasional Physical Activity: N/A
Benefits Eligible: Yes

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