Position Title: Retail Gallery Assistant Manager
- Reports To: Retail Gallery Manager
- Application Deadline: Open until filled
- Salary: $38k/Year
- Benefits: Health, dental & vision insurance (partially paid), gallery discount, vacation, holiday and sick paid time off package & paid parental leave.
- Location: Center for Maine Craft | 288 Lewiston Rd. West Gardiner, ME 04345
- Position Requires access to reliable transportation and weekend availability
The Retail Gallery Assistant Manager is focused on leading the sales team in reaching retail sales goals and assists Retail Gallery Managers with all daily retail operations: Ensuring all systems are functioning, sales goals are met, staffing levels are maintained, and the galleries are well stocked and visually appealing. They also assist in the planning and facilitation of a full calendar of programming and exhibitions. The Assistant Manager is a public-facing representative of our organizations, working collaboratively with our dedicated, professional, sales focused staff and management representing both Shop Maine Craft and Maine Crafts Association. The Assistant Manager is most guided by serving Maine’s craft artists through the sales of their work.
Essential Qualifications
A successful candidate will have experience with the following broad topics. The search committee welcomes applicants who are not currently well versed in all areas and have other valuable proficiencies and transferable skill sets as well as an interest in learning.
- Knowledge of Fine Craft Traditions and Techniques
- Retail & Consignment Systems
- E-Commerce
- Maine Tourism
- Diversity, Inclusion & Equity: Best Practices, Concepts, Dedication
- Leadership & Teamwork
About our Team
Our staff are best described as creative, dedicated, collaborative-minded individuals. Many of our employees are also working artists; our organization nurtures an environment that supports their creative growth and professional goals.
About the Galleries: Center for Maine Craft & Maine Craft Portland
Located in West Gardiner and Portland, Shop Maine Craft Retail Galleries sell and exhibit the work of over 400 Maine Crafts Association members. Each gallery provides a unique shopping experience to the public, showcasing Maine’s legacy of creativity and craftsmanship through a broad spectrum of media, technique, and creative design. They also act as resource centers for State and cultural tourism, offer connectivity to our vibrant community of artist members, and access to our broad range of programming offered by Shop Maine Craft and Maine Crafts Association.
To Apply:
Please write a short letter of interest to Edythe Morin at working@shopmainecraft.com and include a resume with references.
No phone calls, please.
Shop Maine Craft does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, national origin, ancestry, public assistance, ethnic background, religion, marital status, economic class, age, disability or handicap (mental or physical), sex, creed, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression and any other legally protected characteristics in admission or participation in its programs, services and activities, or in employment. Shop Maine Craft complies with all applicable national, state and local laws pertaining to nondiscrimination and equal opportunity and will take “affirmative action” measures to ensure the enforcement of its policies.
Shop Maine Craft believes that diversity and inclusion are essential to fulfilling its vision of building and supporting our community of craft artists. We want to inspire and nurture the human spirit, and we value the perspectives and contributions of all people. We want Shop Maine Craft experience to include varied ideas, world views, and personal characteristics. SMC is committed to being a community that welcomes and respects everyone regardless of age, ability, ethnicity, race, religion, philosophical or political beliefs, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, nationality, geographic origin, and socioeconomic status. We are committed to providing an environment free of discrimination.