Greenhouse & Nursery Guest Services

Job Title: Greenhouse & Nursery Guest Services

Department/Division: Landscape / Operations

Status: Part-time / Non-exempt

Pay: $16.25 per hour

Reports to: Colorscape Supervisor

Benefits: Parking Decal / Amenities Passes / Employee discount and Retirement Savings Account (GDCP)

Closing Date:  Open until filled

 

Job Summary:
Under limited supervision, the Colorscape Nursery Guest Services greets and assists customers of the Jekyll Island Authority’s Nursery with the selection and purchase of plants, ornamental trees and shrubs. Assists with upkeep of plant material and maintains cleanliness and organization of the Nursery.  Operates point-of-sale system for retail sales.  This position is part-time and will be scheduled up to 30 hours, on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday typically between 7:30am and 4pm.  Occassional Saturday hours may also be scheduled. 

 

• Demonstrates exceptional customer service skills, responds to customer inquiries in a professional manner.
• Operates point of sale system for retail sales of nursery including annual and perennial plants and ornamental trees and shrubs.  
• Deposits all receipts, completes verification of deposit records, and ensures all monies are accounted for.
• Assists with upkeep of plant material by pruning, thinning, and weeding.
• Load and offload nursery supplies, including plants, mulch, topsoil, soil amendments, etc.
• Maintains cleanliness and organization of nursery site.
• Maintains basic knowledge of plant material within the nursery.
• Provides visitors with information in a helpful and courteous manner.
• Participates in training activities to optimize customer service skills.
• Restock inventory and maintain clean and orderly sales floor.
• Assists with special projects as assigned.  
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Two years retail/customer service experience preferred. 
• Basic knowledge of plant materials required, experience in horticultural industry preferred.  
• Computer skills including Microsoft Office preferred.
• Strong communication skills, ability to work independently or as part of a team.  
• Must be available  Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday days. Occassional Saturday hours may also be scheduled.
• Reliable and predictable attendance and punctuality required. 
• Drivers license required. 
• Credit and Criminal background check required.

• Exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 25 pounds frequently and a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. 
• More than 50% of a typical workday will be spent walking, standing, balancing (standing on and using 1-2 steps), reaching, lifting, using fingers to handle objects such as money, and using repetitive motions of the wrist, hands and fingers.
• Between 25% and 50% of the typical workday will be spent stooping (bending at the waist), kneeling, crouching, pushing, and pulling. 
• Less than 25% of the day is spent sitting.
• Sensory abilities required include vision, hearing and touching with more than 50% of the day spent communicating: talking and hearing.  
• Must have visual clarity to prepare and analyze data and figures, use the computer/tablet. 
• Majority of work is performed outside.  Work performed may be subject to extreme heat and adverse weather including rain and/or cold temperatures.  
• Noise level is considered normal to loud.
• Work is subjected to hazards; moving vehicles.
• May be subjected to atmospheric conditions such as odors, dusts, and mists.

This description of job responsibilities is intended to reflect the major responsibilities and duties of the job. It is not intended to describe minor duties or other responsibilities that may be assigned occasionally. 
 
This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.  Applicants who complete the online application process will receive an email receipt of submission to the email address provided.  If the email confirmation is not received, the applicant may contact Human Resources at 912-635-4024 for confirmation; however, due to the volume of applicants received, we cannot provide information on the application status after receipt.  Applicants who need assistance to accommodate a disability may request accommodation by contacting Human Resources at 912-635-4024. 
 
All qualified applicants will be considered but may not necessarily receive an interview. Incomplete applications or applications without accompanying documents when required will not be considered.  Selected applicants will be contacted for the next steps in the selection process. Successful completion of background checks requires credit when applicable to the position.  Relocation expenses are not authorized; applicants should consider this when applying.  
 
Jekyll Island Authority is a Drug-free Workplace and an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Authority supports equal employment opportunities for all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.  The Jekyll Island Authority is a Drugfree Workplace.