Tourism Advisor / Cashier (PDF)

Town of Lexington

Employment Opportunity

We are currently accepting applications for the part-time position of :

Visitors' Center Tourism Advisor / Cashier

Hourly Rate : $15.68 / hour

Part Time : Monday through Sunday (all week), weekend availability strongly preferred

Posting will remain open until filled

GENERAL SUMMARY :

Under the general supervision of the Visitor Center Manager, this position performs a variety of clerical,

administrative, and customer service tasks to support the overall operations of the Visitor Center. Tourism

Advisors / Cashiers greet and converse with visitors, providing them with insights into the town's rich history

and culture by serving as ambassadors to enhance the visitor's experience.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS :

• Assists the public at the front counter by ringing up purchases;
• Answers questions and provides information in person, via email, and by telephone;
• Refers unresolved matters to the appropriate staff member;
• Performs basic office tasks;
• Reconciles cash drawer at the end of their shift;
• Performs special project and other related duties as required or as the situation dictates;
• Maintain an attention to detail for accurate inventory and transaction records;
• Restock merchandise and brochures on the sales floor;
• Regular attendance at the workplace is required.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY :

None

MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE :

N / A

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS :

Ability to :

WORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL DEMANDS :

Work is performed in a normal retail store environment, not subject to extremes of temperatures, noise, odor,

etc. Operates a cash register and other office equipment. Work requires extended periods of standing, keying

a cash register and bagging customer purchases, which require eye-hand coordination and finger dexterity.

Hours : The Visitors Center is open daily, seven days a week throughout the year excluding Thanksgiving,

Christmas Day, and New Year's Day. Shifts are typically split between the morning and afternoon.

The Town of Lexington has a strong commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion and we are actively seeking

candidates who bring new voices and lived experiences to our organization.

The duties listed in this job description are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that will be

performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar,

related or a logical assignment to the position. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement

between the employer and the employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and

requirements of the job change.

APPLICATION PROCESS

All applicants are required to complete a Town application form, available from the Internet at

www.lexingtonma.gov, emailing jobs@lexingtonma.gov, calling (781) 698-4590 or by visiting the Human

Resources Department. Resumes may be attached to the application form as additional information, but cannot

serve as a substitute for completing the required application form.

CORI screening required.

Application and resumes must be received in the Town's Human Resources Department. This position is

open until filled.

The Town reserves the right to modify the application deadline, and / or accept applications after the deadline, to

best serve the interest of the community.

After the deadline all applications will be reviewed and the most highly qualified candidates will be invited to

one or more interviews. All applicants will be notified of their standing in the process as soon as a decision has

been made regarding their individual application.

Individuals who need accommodations in order to participate in this process should contact the Human

Resources Department.

Questions regarding this hiring process should be addressed to the :

Human Resources Department

Town of Lexington

1625 Massachusetts Avenue

Lexington, MA 02420

(781) 698-4590