Monday, June 25, 2012

NY Botanical Garden - Part Time Sales

Company Site: http://www.nybg.org/

Application Site: http://www.nybg.org/employment/listing.php?id_employment_listings=1097

Summary of Responsibilities: 

  • Accurately ring up sales in the register.
  • Assist customers and provide information about shop merchandise and general Garden programs.  
  • Stock displays in a neat and organized fashion, and monitor items needed from the warehouse.
  • Perform daily cleaning tasks to maintain the Shop’s appearance.  
 Requirements:
 
  • Previous retail experience preferred.
  • Friendly and pleasant demeanor.
  • Detail oriented.
  • Willingness to work hard and be part of the team.
  • Flexibility regarding duties, hours, and holidays. 

John Jay Part Time College Assistant

Company Site: http://www.jjay.cuny.edu/

Application Site: http://careers.insidehighered.com/john-jay-college-criminal-justice-city-university-new-york/college-assistant-human-resources/job/423283?utm_source=Indeed&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=Indeed

The City University of New York (CUNY) is the nation's leading urban public university serving more than 480,000 students in a wide range of educational programs at 24 colleges and institutions in New York City.
Job ID: 6012

Regular/Temporary: Regular

GENERAL DUTIES: - Under supervision, performs miscellaneous clerical, administrative, research or other work related to the operation of a College or other unit where such work is required on a part-time basis or for a period of limited duration.

- There is one Assignment Level for this position. All personnel perform related work. This specification describes typical assignments; related duties may be assigned as
needed.

- Maximum tenure for any employee in this hourly position is 1040 hours per year.
- Performs routine clerical work; may answer and attend to telephone calls; maintain records,
operate office machines (such as copier), sort and distribute mail, issue keys and identity cards,
act as messenger, and perform related tasks as required.
- Types letters, memoranda, charts, and similar materials.
- Acts as cashier.
- Assists in statistical or research activities. May collect and compile data, code data for computer entry, perform data entry, and run computer reports.
- Performs clerical library work, such as sorting and shelving books, performing data entry into library systems, or binding books and periodicals.
- Assists in instructional programs, including tutoring and assisting students in areas such as reading and mathematics. May assist in speech and hearing therapy, provide musical accompaniment, and/or distribute and collect physical education equipment.
- Enters and maintains departmental records such as inventory control records, rosters, directories, and schedules.
- May operate computers, computer software, and other electronic equipment in performing assigned tasks.

CONTRACT TITLE: College Assistant

FLSA: Non-exempt

CAMPUS SPECIFIC INFORMATION: John Jay College of Criminal Justice, a senior college of the City University of New York (CUNY), is an internationally recognized leader in educating for justice, committed to the advancement of justice and just societies. It is a public liberal arts college that enriches the entire learning experience by highlighting themes of justice across the arts, sciences, humanities, and social sciences. Located steps from Lincoln Center at the cultural heart of New York City, the College offers bachelors and masters degrees and participates in the doctoral programs of the Graduate School of the City University of New York. John Jay College is also recognized for serving a broadly diverse student population. Under the leadership of its fourth president, Jeremy Travis, John Jay College has experienced unprecedented faculty hiring, an expansion of its curricular offerings, and the opening in 2011 of a new 600,000 square foot building complete with a black-box theatre, state-of-the-art lab space for students and faculty, a moot courtroom, and a variety of virtual learning settings. As evidenced by so many on-going developments, the College offers its many new faculty and staff the opportunity to shape the future of their institution.

This is a 20 hours per week part -time position.

In addition to the general duties, the College Assistant will also perform the following duties, including but not limited to:

- Utilizing HR systems in support of processing HR transactions.
- Performing customer service functions by answering employee requests and questions in person, on the telephone, and/or via electronic or hard copy communication.
- Assisting in facilitating new hire on-boarding by providing the employee with required forms and answering questions regarding new hire process.
- Preparing new employee files; maintaining files in good order and condition; filing papers and documents into appropriate employee files.
- Assisting or preparing correspondence for electronic or hard-copy distribution.
- Performing related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: - Must demonstrate sufficient skills to perform the duties of the assigned tasks.

COMPENSATION: $12.00 - $14.00/hr

BENEFITS: CUNY offers a comprehensive benefits package to employees and eligible dependents based on job title and classification. Employees are also offered pension and Tax-Deferred Savings Plans.  Part-time employees must meet a weekly or semester work hour criteria to be eligible for health benefits. Health benefits are also extended to retirees who meet the eligibility criteria.

HOW TO APPLY: To apply please click "Apply Now" below.  Once you have registered or logged in with your user name and password, upload your cover letter, resume, and the names and contact information of three professional references as one document.

CLOSING DATE: Open until filled with the review of resumes starting on July 5, 2012.

JOB SEARCH CATEGORY: CUNY Job Posting: Support Staff

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: We are committed to enhancing our diverse academic community by actively encouraging people with disabilities, minorities, veterans, and women to apply.  We take pride in our pluralistic community and continue to seek excellence through diversity and inclusion. EO/AA Employer.

FIT Part Time Clerical Assistant

Company Site: http://www.fitnyc.edu/index.asp

Application Site: http://fitnyc.interviewexchange.com/jobofferdetails.jsp;jsessionid=71B84618655AC7BEEC8939B9528281E0?JOBID=32553

The Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT), an internationally renowned college of art and design, business and technology of the State University of New York, invites applications for the position of Part Time Clerical Assistant.


Job Description:
The Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT), an internationally renowned college of art and design, business and technology of the State University of New York, invites applications and nominations for the position of Part Time Clerical Assistant.

Provide basic support to the Director of the Fabric Styling BFA program and the Textile/Surface Design department by performing a wide range of clerical tasks using standard office equipment. Prepare communications, type from copy, perform basic data entry, photocopying and filing of confidential materials, organizing and maintaining records, and handling telephone inquiries. Provide reception coverage as required. Special projects as assigned. Handle ordering supplies for Fabric Styling and Saturday/Summer Live Program.  Assist with Fabric Styling Five-Year Review. Candidate must be capable of relaying information about Fabric Styling to potential applicants. Maintain the Fabric Styling budget to assure bills are paid in a timely fashion. Assist with the Annual Fabric Styling Senior Show.
This is a general description and is not to be construed as all-inclusive.


Requirements:
High school graduate and completion of two years in an accredited post-secondary institution of learning plus two years of appropriate business experience; or high school graduate and four years of appropriate business experience. Ability to type 45 wpm. Proficiency in the use of personal computers, utilizing database and word processing software. Ability to work in a confidential environment. Effective interpersonal communication skills essential. Must possess and demonstrate excellent customer service skills. Banner experience required.


Additional Information:

Department:  Fabric Styling
Days & Hours: 25 hrs/wk - 40 weeks per year (20 hours per week to assist the Director of Fabric Styling BFA program and 5 hours per week to assist Textile/Surface Design)Schedule based on the needs of the department.

Salary: Schedule 86/0 ($19.05/hr)
 
Application Instructions:

For consideration, please submit the following documents online
* Resume
* Cover letter
* A list of three professional references with telephone numbers and email addresses


For more information about FIT, please visit FIT's website at: http://www.fitnyc.edu/. Returning Applicants - Login to your FITNYC Careers Account to check your completed application.

Please note that due to the high volume of applications we receive, we are unable to contact each applicant individually regarding his or her application status.

Customer Service Lead - Athleta

Company Site: http://athleta.gap.com/browse/division.do?cid=46650&show=hpPanel1&from=logo

Application Site: https://gapinc.taleo.net/careersection/10041_us_outlet1/jobdetail.ftl?job=522451&src=JB-10324

Customer Service Lead - Athleta - 1517 Third Ave.-01XPM-

Description

 
The Customer Experience Lead's primary responsibility is to assist the leadership team in overseeing the sales floor and ensuring a positive experience.  The Lead will assist in aspects of store operation focusing primarily on the areas of customer engagement, including the sales floor, fitting room and cash wrap.
  • Understands the holistic mindset of the Athleta brand and can bring it to life everyday
  • Consistently treats everyone with respect and contributes to a positive work environment
  • Brings Athleta to life (in this new retail expression), through creating a unique-to-brand shopping experience; fosters interaction similar to being a trusted friend and advisor through rapport & empathy
  • Displays a "customer  assistant" mindset at all times; does not leave the customer with anything to do
  • Ability to do what's right while balancing brand policy guidelines to promote an in-service mindset
  • Looks for ways to create an environment that welcomes innovation and values each employees' unique ideas and contributions
  • Ensures desired brand experience is being fostered in-store through individual and team customer interactions
  • Connects with customers by asking open-ended questions to assess customer needs and makes relevant merchandise/styling suggestions
  • Drives store sales by authentically suggesting additional items to customers to meet their active lifestyle needs
  • Stays current on all product knowledge and communicates features and benefits to customers to build customer knowledge and confidence in the product
  • Assists customers in finding out-of-stock items via catalog or on-line, by using (back-order capability)?, or by finding substitutions for out-of-stock items (understands and leverages Call Center, catalog & website)
  • Leads by example; mentors and positively influences others
  • Sales Generation
    • Stays current on goals and priorities as it relates to the selling floor
    • Offers suggestions to the leadership team about how to improve daily sales trends
  • Customer Experience
    • Sets the example by role modeling great customer service
    • Ensures that associates are upholding service standards
    • Handles complex customer situations in compliance with policy and procedures; escalates issues as appropriate
  • Staff Supervision
    • Monitor floor coverage and zoning for the day
    • Monitors cash wrap to ensure customers are provided service in accordance with customer service policies and cashier guidelines
    • Coordinates associate breaks, lunches and shift changes
    • Logs/reports to leadership team time and attendance infractions (sick/late/no show)
    • Performs employee personal property checks
    • Trains, coaches and directs associates on service and how to meet productivity standards
    • Communicates development feedback of others to the leadership team
  • Operations
    • Responsible for store opening and closing.
    • Upholds all company policies as outlined in the Policy and Produce Manual, including the Employee Policy Guide and Code of Business Conduct
    • Enforces all Loss Prevention policies, and communicates violations to the leadership team and/or the COBC hotline
    • Responsible for front-of-house receiving and assisting vendors
    • Ensures company standards of neat, clean and organized sales floor, cash wrap and fitting room areas are met
    • Performs all other duties as assigned
  • Reports to a member of the Store Leadership Team
  • Collaborates effectively across teams and with all Business Partners and departments as needed
 

Qualifications

 
  • Ability to establish & maintain effective relationships with employees and customers
  • Possesses a strong character/ethical core - distinctly knows the difference between doing what is right vs. doing the right thing 
  • Ability to interact cooperatively and work as a team towards a common goal
  • Demonstrates a passion for delivering exceptional service everyday and inspires by example
  • Demonstrates a  "can-do" attitude, with drive and passion to sell and achieve all goals
  • Ability to receive feedback and to take action when appropriate
  • Skilled problem-solver, makes quality decisions, and follows written and verbal instructions to meet deadlines on tasks and projects
  • Ability to communicate effectively
  • Previous experience in retail preferred
  • Ability to lift and carry 30 pounds
  • Ability to maneuver around sales floor and stockroom
  • Open availability and flexibility to work nights, weekends, store openings and closings to meet the needs of the business
  • Experience supervising teams preferred

Primary Location

 US-NY-NEW YORK
Full-Time / Part-Time
GID - Store Sales, Stock and Visual

Friday, June 22, 2012

Fisher Price - Packaging Samples Intern



Packaging Samples Intern

As the most trusted name in quality toys, Fisher-Price® has been helping to make childhood special for generations of kids. While we’re still loved for our classics, our employees’ talent, energy and ideas have helped us keep pace with the interests and needs of today’s families by adding innovative learning toys, toys based on popular preschool characters, award-winning baby gear, and numerous licensed children’s products to the list of Fisher-Price favorites.

We are currently seeking qualified intern candidates to participate in our paid 2012 Fall & Spring Internship Program within the Packaging Department.  

Primary Duties:
The Packing Samples Intern will be responsible for the assembly of all package samples. This includes utilizing a Xyron machine to bond adhesive material to graphic print outs, cut graphic printouts to fit supplied package structure.

Additional responsibilities include:
- Mount graphics correctly on structures, fold, glue and assemble all package components into a 3-dimensonal package.
- Assemble foam core representations of product and place those correctly in 3D package samples.
- Locate graphics and structure files from various sources and locations.
- Organize and track requests to ensure graphics and structures are available to assemble.
- Maintain quality control standards for all samples produced.
- Utilize digital cutting table when necessary and provide disk files to cut package structure for planograms and sales sample assembly.
Skills:
- Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with people at all levels.
- Strong time management and organizational abilities with excellent follow up skills.
- Ability to handle a high volume of work while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
- Knowledge of MAC OS, Microsoft office and applications such as Photoshop and Illustrator.
- Must be a self-starter who takes initiative and has a proactive approach to work.

Education:
0-2 years related experience.
Working towards a BS in Packaging or Industrial Design and/or Packaging Engineering Degree.

To apply, please visit our website at www.fisher-price.com/us/hr


FISHER-PRICE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Mattel is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer

M/F/V/D

Thursday, June 21, 2012

GetHired.com Administrative Assistant

Apply here: https://gethired.com/apply/8b5c8ffe-e649-42ba-9ea2-63a72f4c9b17  
Company Site: https://gethired.com/employers

Application Site: https://gethired.com/apply/8b5c8ffe-e649-42ba-9ea2-63a72f4c9b17

GetHired.com is opening a new office in New York City!

We are seeking an energetic, motivated, and hard working individual to join our team. As a startup, your role will encompass many things, including but not limited to:
  • General research on the internet
  • Maintaining CXO's schedules and booking travel
  • General upkeep of the office
  • Ordering supplies and lunch/dinners
  • Assisting with day to day activities 
There is significant room for growth! Employee perks include massages, frequent happy hours, and lots of free food! If you think you'd be the ideal candidate for this job we want to hear from you.