Job Title: Part-Time Retail Associate & Visitor Center Representative

Location: The Merc at the Long X Visitor Center
Job Type: Part-Time
Schedule: Flexible, including evenings, weekends, and holidays
Reports To: Store Manager / Assistant Manager

Job Summary:

We’re looking for a friendly and motivated Part-Time Retail Associate to join our team! You’ll be the face of The Merc and the Long X Visitor Center, helping customers have a great shopping and visitor experience while maintaining store standards and driving sales. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working with people, is passionate about our community and thrives in a fast-paced environment, and is looking to grow in retail.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Greet customers with a positive attitude and assist with their needs and answer questions about the community for tourists and guests.
  • Operate the cash register, process transactions, and handle returns/exchanges
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and well-stocked sales floor
  • Receive, unpack, and organize merchandise
  • Assist in inventory counts and loss prevention efforts
  • Stay informed about current promotions and product knowledge
  • Collaborate with team members to meet store goals
  • Follow company policies and safety procedures
  • Take orders and prepare a variety of drinks, floats, and soda shop treats
  • Follow food safety and sanitation guidelines
  • Assist in registering guests for Long X Art classes when needed

Qualifications:

  • High school diploma or equivalent preferred
  • Previous retail or customer service experience is a plus
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Basic math and cash-handling skills
  • Ability to stand for extended periods, lift, carry, move furniture, re-organize store layout when required
  • Flexibility to work various shifts as needed

What We Offer:

  • Competitive hourly wage
  • Employee discounts
  • On-the-job training
  • Opportunities for advancement
  • A fun, team-oriented work environment

Hours

  • Hours of operation of The Merc at the Long X Visitor Center are Monday – Saturday 10 am – 6 pm. This position may require some evenings for special events. Expected hours for this position are 20-25 hours per week.

Compensation

  • Position is part-time, hourly. Compensation depends on experienec

Please send, drop by or email resume to

The Merc at Long X Visitor Center
100 2nd Ave SW/PO Box 126
Watford City, ND 58854
themercatlongx@gmail.com
701-444-2990