Part-time Shop Associate – And Arlen

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Shop Associate
Interested in working in the fine and demi-fine jewelry world? Come join our team as a shop associate! We’re looking for a friendly and detail-oriented person who enjoys interacting with a wide variety of people, and, of course, jewelry!

As a store associate, you’ll mainly be assisting customers, answering questions, and welding permanent jewelry. During downtime you’ll restock products, add price tags, tidy, and clean the store.

There are a lot of growth opportunities as we are a small business and are always evolving.

About us
Based out of West Seattle, And Arlen is a jewelry company that focuses on making durable jewelry that can be worn every day. From demi fine gold fill and sterling silver jewelry to solid gold custom engagement rings our jewelry is handmade using gemstones and diamonds and high-quality metals at an accessible price point with inclusive sizes. We’re motivated by the community that supports us and believe that it’s important for businesses to do good in this world. We donate to various community organizations, are outspoken about social issues, and urge our community to do the same.

We operate a small shop out of West Seattle where we carry our own jewelry and gifts from other small businesses. In addition, we offer permanent jewelry and custom jewelry including engagement rings. We make most of our jewelry in the studio above the shop.

Our Culture
We are a small team of three (soon to be four!) that work closely in a collaborative environment. We strongly believe in a people-first business philosophy, so we value who you are as a person first and foremost.

Each person on our team has an important and pivotal role to the success of the business. Every job is interconnected and important to the success of the business. We run our business with a limited hierarchical structure and make many business decisions jointly.
We are a small business, so adaptivity and independence is key to this roll.

Overview
• Working with our store manager to run the shop on Saturdays (potential to add on Sundays after a few months if interested and needed)
• Helping customers find their new favorite jewelry
• Welding permanent jewelry on customers of all ages
• Cleaning the store before opening
• Tidying, restocking, and fixing up throughout the day
• Your shift will be 10:00am to 5:15pm with a paid lunch break
• $28/hr
• Eight hours of PTO to start plus 24 hours additional added after 3 months
• Reimbursement for public transportation costs and tolls if applicable

Qualities we’re looking for
• Detail-oriented
• High dexterity and ability to see fine detail (this is necessary for permanent jewelry welding)
• Active communicator
• Adaptable and willing to help on other tasks when needed
• Works well in groups and independently
• Self-sufficient
• Creative
• Excited about jewelry and eager to learn

Experience we’re looking for
• At least one year of retail experience is preferred
• Bonus if you have a background/knowledge of jewelry

Primary Responsibilities
• Answering questions, providing suggestions for layering and stacking, and assisting with any other needs a customer may have so that our store manager can tend to custom jewelry clients.
• Checking customers out on our POS system run through Shopify
• Welding permanent bracelets, anklets, and necklaces on customers accurately
• Restocking as items sell and making sure the store looks presentable throughout the day
• Cleaning the store each morning before we open

How to Apply
To apply please email your resume and a short paragraph about yourself (not work related please! We’d like to get to know you) to miranda@andarlen.com with “Shop Associate” as the subject line.
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis as we are looking to hire as soon as possible. We will begin interviews within the coming weeks.
Please note: as we work with high-value items, a background check is required before hiring.
Questions?
If you have any questions about this position, please email miranda@andarlen.com. Please do not come into our shop or call.

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate by race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity (including gender expression), sexual orientation, disability, or any other diverse factors.

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