Strategically centered in downtown Columbia, the South Carolina State House is the seat of state government in South Carolina. The State House is home to the Governor's office, as well as the House and Senate chambers. The State House Gift Shop provides our guests with an opportunity to purchase an array of items to commemorate their visit. Items in the gift shop include apparel, home décor, jewelry, holiday-themed items and professional gifts.
Job purpose and duties:
Responsible for the operation of the State House Gift Shop. Assists with the tour office as deemed necessary.
1) Performs strategic front-line marketing, sales and visitor service programs for the State House Gift Shop.
2) Responsible for the daily operation of the gift shop including managing staff, tracking budgets, sales projections, inventory control, purchasing, marketing and promoting new merchandise and special sales events.
3) Manage the State House Gift Shop to include marketing, visitor service programs and retail sales for increased economic impact, and to enhance South Carolina’s identity as a destination state.
4) Co-manages supplemental temporary employee staff of the gift shop including supervision, delegation of responsibilities and completion of work schedules.
5) Maintain a clean and orderly workspace and retail sales area.
6) Provide special services and assist other program areas within the capitol complex.
7) Practice and promote teamwork within the State Park Service, throughout the agency and with external agency stakeholders. Represents office as an active member on agency teams assigned throughout the year.
Bachelors degree with two (2) years related administrative experience in retail sales, marketing and customer service.
Additional Requirements:
1) Ability to communicate both orally and in writing.
Ability to conduct actual, concise and interesting presentations/tours of the State House.
Ability to interact with the general public in a professional and courteous manner.
2) Valid state-issued drivers license required.
3) Position requires lifting, walking and standing for extended periods of time.Actual Job Location: SC State House Gift Shop
Full-time, 37.5 hours weekly.
The South Carolina Department of Parks, Recreation & Tourism is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer.