Position Summary–

Friends of the NC Maritime Museum Port of Call Museum Store Manager

This position coordinates all facets of the Port of Call Museum Store to ensure smooth day-to-day operations and sound financial outcomes. The store is located within the NC Maritime Museum in Beaufort, NC.

To be successful in this position the Manager must understand and promote excellent customer service, with a focus on making the Port of Call Museum Store a place visitors will want to return to time and again.

The Manager is responsible for hiring, supervising and evaluating 2 to 3 part-time staff, with input from the Port of Call Museum Store Committee and the Director of Operations.

The Manager also plans and executes the purchasing of a dynamic inventory within financial and budgeted guidelines, and also coordinates after-hours special events (estimate 6 – 12 times per year).

This position reports to the Board of Directors through the President as well as the Museum Store Committee. The position works closely with the Friends Director of Operations and Director of Development.

Position Requirements–

High school degree required, college degree preferred.

At least one year of retail or related office experience, preferably in a supervisory role.

Proficient in use of Microsoft Office, use of POS system (preferably Square). Utilizes computer skills to manage POS Square software and inventory control.

Social media skills (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, etc.), including ability to create advertisements and promote events. Limited photographic skills to help create these advertisements and events.

Understands the elements of excellent customer service. Possesses a positive and winning attitude, and a genuine interest in others.

Work Schedule–

40 hours per week, which could include some weekends, holidays and evenings.

Salary–

This is a salaried position.
Salary commensurate with experience.

To Apply–

Qualified candidates should send cover letter and resume to brent@maritimefriends.org

Or mail to:
Friends of the Maritime Museum
315 Front Street
Beaufort, NC 28516