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Tufts University

SMFA Art Store Assistant Manager

Boston, MA · On-site

$27.85 - $38.50/hr

Managing the SMFA Student Mailroom * Managing daily operations of mailroom * Staffing and supervision of student employees * Creating and maintaining mailroom procedures and best practices that align ...

Tufts University

Testing Assistant

Medford, MA · On-site

$23 - $31.70/hr

Overview The StAAR Center provides disability accommodations and academic support to Tufts students within the schools of Arts & Sciences, Engineering, SMFA, and the Fletcher School. What You'll Do ...

Tufts University

Third Cook

Somerville, MA · On-site

$28.16/hr

Tufts Dining is a self-operated food service provider managing a comprehensive collegiate dining program on the Tufts University Medford/Somerville and SMFA/Fenway campus, delivering high quality ...

Tufts University

Catering Events Manager

Medford, MA · On-site

$55K - $83K/yr

Overview Tufts Dining is a self-operated food service provider managing a comprehensive collegiate food service program on the Tufts University Medford/Somerville and Boston/Fenway (SMFA) campuses ...

Tufts University

Third Cook

Medford, MA · On-site

$28.16/hr

Tufts Dining is a self-operated food service provider managing a comprehensive collegiate dining program on the Tufts University Medford/Somerville and SMFA/Fenway campus, delivering high quality ...

Tufts University

Director of Catering

Medford, MA · On-site

$98K - $147K/yr

Overview Tufts Dining is a self-operated food service provider managing a comprehensive collegiate dining program on the Tufts University Medford/Somerville and SMFA/Fenway campus, delivering high ...

Tufts University

Dining Retail Manager

Somerville, MA · On-site

$55K - $83K/yr

Overview Tufts Dining is a self-operated, mission-driven organization serving the Medford/Somerville and SMFA/Fenway campuses. We provide high-quality, contemporary, and inclusive dining and ...

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SMFA Art Store Assistant Manager

Tufts University

Boston, MA • On-site

$27.85 - $38.50/hr

Full-time

Posted 5 days ago

Tufts University rating

8.4

Company rating: 8.4 out of 10

Based on 25 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

99th of 618 rated colleges and universities

Job description

Overview
Auxiliary Services, part of the Operations Division, currently manages the following departments and programs; Parking, ID Card Office, Transportation (Shuttles, Fleet, Accessible Transit), Vending, Residential Laundry, Contract Dining units, Event and Conferences, Tufts Bookstore and SMFA Art Store. Auxiliary Services supports Tufts University on (4) campuses and remote programs; Tufts University (Medford, MA), The Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine (Grafton, MA), Tufts Medical & Dental Schools (Boston, MA), The School of The Museum of Fine Arts (Boston, MA).
What You'll Do
The assistant manager supports the management of the SMFA art store and operation of the SMFA mailroom. Duties will include student staffing, hiring, scheduling and training. Day to day responsibilities will include customer service, POS reconciliation, merchandising, social media, receiving, record keeping and administrative tasks. The assistant manager will oversee the day-to-day operations when the manager is not on-site.
Managing the SMFA Student Mailroom
  • Managing daily operations of mailroom
  • Staffing and supervision of student employees
  • Creating and maintaining mailroom procedures and best practices that align with USPS standards and regulations for mail centers

Financial Reporting and POS Systems
  • Supporting daily POS and revenue reconciliation processes under supervision of store manager
  • Ensure knowledge and expertise of POS system

Labor Management
  • Student labor scheduling for both Art Store and Mailroom
  • Cross training student staff to work both locations

Purchasing, Receiving and Inventory Management
  • Responsible for checking in of orders and inputting inventory system
  • Supporting annual inventory process, counting and recording all SKU's.

Marketing and Communications
  • Merchandising and displaying products
  • Supporting creation and implementation of marketing programs, sales and promotions.
  • Taking photos, creating social media content
  • Helping with product education both in-store and in classrooms.

Other Functions
  • Maintain proper store cleanliness, appearance, and maintenance
  • Stock shelves as needed
  • Perform Returns and Exchanges as needed
  • Maintain computer literacy with Adobe CC, Microsoft Office, POS System
  • Support operations division and auxiliary services mission and programs Ex) MFA Parking passes

What We're Looking For
Basic Requirements:
  • Knowledge and experience typically acquired by the completion of a High school Diploma/Associates degree or higher.
  • 3-5 years of retail or customer service experience
  • Strong customer service skills
  • Supervisory experience
  • Organizational skills
  • Proficient in MS Office applications including Outlook, Word, Excel
  • Proficient written, verbal, and interpersonal skills in order to work pleasantly and tactfully with a diverse community, including fellow employees, faculty, students, and staff

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Background in Arts or knowledge of art supply products

Special Work Schedule Requirements:
  • This position will provide occasional support for nights and weekends depending on university schedule and events, ex) start of the semester, annual inventory, commencement
  • Flexible work arrangements can be amended or terminated by a manager with reasonable notice if work requirements or business needs change
  • This job involves responsibilities that are performed in an on-site working environment

Pay Range
Minimum $27.85, Midpoint $33.15, Maximum $38.50
Salary is based on related experience, expertise, and internal equity; generally, new hires can expect pay between the minimum and midpoint of the range.

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