PhotoIreland is opening a new position for a part-time team member, a motivated and focused individual, to join us at The Library Project, Ireland’s Art Bookshop in Temple Bar, Dublin. The post holder will be responsible for ensuring the smooth transaction of sales, actively contributing to healthy sales figures, daily upkeep of the bookshop, providing a welcoming environment and courteous point of contact for all visitors, as well as assisting with events such as exhibitions and book launches.
Basic Details
- This is a part-time, rostered hours position, where hours will vary from week to week depending on operational requirements.
- Flexible shifts, including weekends and evenings.
- The pay is €15/hour
Main Duties
- To run the retail operations online and offline, undertaking administrative duties, such as the process of online orders.
- Liaison with publishers, artists, and distributors.
- To provide consistent and high-quality customer service.
- To assist with The Library Project’s communications and social media.
- To help reach monthly sales targets.
- To ensure a smooth day-to-day running of the shop.
- Being aware of The Library Project’s events calendar and assisting with the preparations of the events, including launch evenings.
- Occasional off-site work at the International Centre for the Image may be required and the training period in September will take place here.
Essential Skills and Experience
- Previous retail and cash-handling experience is essential.
- Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.
- Demonstrated ability to work on own initiative.
- Motivated, organised, reliable, with a pro-active and positive attitude.
- Problem solving and decision making skills a must.
- Though experience in the arts is not a must, knowledge of contemporary arts and culture will be valued.
How to Apply
- To apply, email your CV and a Letter of Motivation to [email protected]
- Include within your email or letter your availability and current schedule
- References are required and should accompany the application in the form of letters or contact information of most recent employment
The deadline for applications is 6pm 30th August, with interviews to be held week of 31st August. The position will start 7th September with initial training at the International Centre for the Image, with the applicant relocating fully to The Library Project in October.
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