Job Overview
Employment Type
Temporary
Hourly
Part-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Exact $21.92
Work Schedule
Flexible
Day Shifts
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Part-time schedule
Variable work hours
Work at historic observatory
Opportunity for public engagement
employee training
Job Description
Lick Observatory, located atop Mount Hamilton in California, is a renowned astronomical observatory operated by the University of California Observatories (UCO). It is situated approximately 19 miles east of San Jose at an elevation of 4,200 feet. The observatory is not only a vital research facility for astronomers across the University of California system but also an important public education center, attracting approximately 30,000 visitors annually. Established as one of the oldest permanently occupied mountaintop observatories, Lick Observatory offers its visitors a unique blend of scientific history, cutting-edge research, and breathtaking views of the Northern California landscape. The observatory serves... Show More
Job Requirements
- Related customer service experience, preferably in a retail environment
- Ability to provide pleasant, efficient service to the public
- Ability to maintain efficient work habits, punctuality and regularity of attendance
- Basic computer skills including the ability to operate a computerized cash register
- Math skills sufficient to perform basic addition, subtraction and percentage calculations
- Ability to balance daily cash receipts
- Skill in speaking clearly, sufficient to meet the public
- Ability to interact with diverse groups of people
- Ability to recall and retrieve information accurately
Job Qualifications
- Related customer service experience, preferably in a retail environment
- Ability to provide pleasant, efficient service to the public
- Ability to maintain efficient work habits, punctuality and regularity of attendance
- Basic computer skills including the ability to operate a computerized cash register
- Math skills sufficient to perform basic addition, subtraction and percentage calculations
- Ability to balance daily cash receipts
- Skill in speaking clearly, sufficient to meet the public
- Ability to interact with diverse groups of people
- Ability to recall and retrieve information accurately
- Knowledge of astronomy and telescopes (preferred)
Job Duties
- Conduct brief tours of main building and domes at Mount Hamilton Observing Station
- Answer questions from the general public regarding history of the Observatory and provide general information to visitors
- Sell various Lick Observatory souvenirs such as post cards, photographs, posters, T-shirts, sweatshirts, books, and other items in the Gift Shop
- Operate cash register, handle cash, prepare daily cash receipts, and make change
- Restock merchandise
Job Qualifications
Experience
Entry Level (1-2 years)
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