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Current Job dates:

Currently recruiting for the season that runs from April 1st, 2024 to November 7th, 2024.

    Retail

    Retail Shop Clerk

    $17.50 - $18.00 / hour
    Bar Harbor

    Retail Shop Clerk- General

    We are looking for Retail Shop Clerks with a positive, service oriented attitude looking to brighten the experience of all who walk into our stores.  Employees at the Acadia Shops should be prepared for all aspects of retail work including customer service, Point of Sale (POS) skills, restocking, and arranging merchandise.

    Key Daily Duties

    • Customer Service
      • Engage all people in a friendly manner providing a positive experience.
      • Be on the sales floor ready to assist customers and answer all questions to the best of ability.
      • Familiarize yourself with merchandise throughout the company and town to respond to customer merchandise requests.
      • Provide friendly customer service, including giving directions, answering questions, and ensuring a positive experience.
    • Point of Sale
      • Operate point of sale quickly and accurately, maintaining composure in stressful situations.
      • Follow shop guidelines when dealing with cash.
      • Understand and adhere to shop expectations and policies and procedures in the shop workbook
      • Participate in opening and closing procedures
    • ​​​​​​​Restocking
      • Work quickly through morning daily inventory replenishments delivered from the Distribution Center. 30 bins of merchandise weighing up to 40lbs.
      • Conduct yourself in a safe manner.  Be aware of lifting boxes, trip hazards and sharp objects
      • Prioritize Customers and continually engage with customers while restocking.
      • Follow procedures for how and which merchandise to stock first
    • Arranging Merchandise 
      • Regularly clean, organize, and maintain merchandise.
      • Fold shirts / apparel using appropriate methods
      • Maintain and develop  displays according to manager expectations
      • Ensure sizing is accurate and in order of smallest to largest

    Requirements

    • Lift bins of merchandise up to 40lbs
    • Be on your feet for long periods of time.
    • Follow uniform guidelines and scheduling expectations

    Position Details

    • Most positions are in downtown Bar Harbor and have housing available.
    • Hourly position paid bi-weekly
    • 5-6 day work week, 45-50 hours, some 10-hour shifts 8:00AM to 11:30PM
    • Be available to work at other in-town shops occasionally.
    Warehouse

    Distribution Center Clerk

    $18.50 - $19.00 / hour
    Bar Harbor

    Distribution Center Clerk

    We are looking for a Distribution Center Clerk that projects a positive, service oriented attitude.  Employees in our Distribution Center should be prepared to process and receive merchandise, pick and replenish merchandise, downstock, and deliver using our van to intown shops. 

    Key Daily Duties

    • Processing and Receiving Merchandise:
      • Receive and log deliveries from UPS/FedEx/Trucking
      • Verify quantity and quality of merchandise
      • Match purchase orders against their invoices
      • Follow all processing procedures for correctness
      • Distribute merchandise to store location marked bins
      • Verify information on purchase orders, invoices, and packing slips
      • File paperwork and data entry
    • Picking and Replenishment
      • Follow generated replenishment to fulfill needs of each store location
      • Follow picking guidelines and instructions detailed in Distribution Center expectations
      • Accurately and efficiently pick merchandise for shop replenishments
      • Accurately and efficiently scan merchandise into a transfer slips and pack for delivery
      • Load delivery van in a safe and organized manner 
    • Downstocking
      • Stock warehouse shelves on a daily basis 
      • Ensure all overstock boxes are correctly labeled 
      • Ensure bins/drawers are fully stocked 
      • Organize and clean warehouse and other duties as assigned
    • Delivering
      • Deliver merchandise and supplies on a daily basis
      • Follow all safety and route guidelines while driving delivery vehicle
      • Drive large delivery van into Bar Harbor

    Requirements

    • Ability to lift and move boxes or bins up to 50lbs regularly
    • Use hand truck, pallet jack, and various carts safely
    • Be on your feet long periods of time
    • You must have a valid driver’s license 
    • Follow uniform guidelines and scheduling expectations

    Position Details

    • Hourly position paid bi-weekly
    • You must have a valid driver’s license 
    • 5-6 day work week, 45-50 hours, with 10-hour shifts. This position is located in Town Hill, 15 minutes from downtown Bar Harbor, and our housing. 
    Retail

    Retail Shop Manager

    $22.00 - $24.50 / hour
    Bar Harbor

    Retail Shop Manager

    Mission/Function: To oversee the assigned shop in a manner consistent with company mission, standards, and policies.

    Qualifications:

    • Concise and clear communication abilities.
    • Working knowledge of retail accounting and cash register procedures
    • Experience in retail management or supervision
    • Self-motivated and able to work independently
    • Proficient in using online platforms for communications, administration, and overall management

    Position Details:

    • 30-48 week position - dependant on shop assignment
    • 5-6 day work week, 45-50 hours, with potential for up to 10-hour shifts
    • Professional attire and composure required
    • Must be able to be on your feet for several hours
    • Must be able to lift 40lbs

    Benefits:

    • Health benefit - dependant on shop assignment
    • Paid personal day allowance
    • 401k match program
    • Non-exempt hourly position, subject to overtime
    • Profit Share

    Responsibilities and Authority:

    • Supervise and schedule staff on a day-to-day basis, within guidelines directed and approved by the Retail Operations Manager (ROM)
    • Provide excellent customer service
    • Operate the shop at optimum hours to maximize sales
    • Maintain security of cash, deposits, and merchandise to minimize internal and external theft
    • Maintain an attractive and orderly shop on a day-to-day basis
    • Collaborate with senior staff to build and enhance shop displays and independently execute effective merchandising
    • Monitor shop inventory levels and communicate any out-of-stock, low inventory, or inventory discrepancies to the ROM and Buyer
    • Monitor Point of Sale (POS) operation, advising the ROM of any issues
    • Train staff to meet company expectations
    • Foster a positive and encouraging environment for shop staff, including participation in company culture initiatives
    • Communicate customer, staff, and shop concerns to the ROM

    Working Relationships:

    • Reports to the Retail Operations Manager (ROM)
    • Functions as a member of the retail management team, attending regularly scheduled meetings
    • Works and communicates with the ROM, Buyer/Merchandiser to coordinate shop merchandising efforts, implement shop display standards, and allocate merchandise space
    • Works closely with fellow retail shop managers and the distribution center manager
    • Communicates with accounting staff on daily deposits, payroll, and other related issues
    • Maintains professional and neighborly relationships with other community groups, businesses, and vendors
    • Communicates professionally with staff

    Accountability:

    • Adherence to company expectations, retail payroll budget, company procedures and policies, and best practices for staff management and shop operations
    Retail

    Retail Shop Assistant Manager

    $19.00 - $19.50 / hour
    Bar Harbor

    Assistant Manager - Retail Shop 

    We are looking for an Assistant Manager with a positive, service oriented attitude looking to brighten the experience of all who walk into our stores.  Employees at the Acadia Shops should be prepared for all aspects of retail work including customer service, Point of Sale (POS) skills, restocking, and arranging merchandise.

    Assistant Manager Function

    • Keep staff accountable and on task by facilitating Manager’s directives
    • Be able to identify, respond to, and solve problems that arise
    • Assist in the training of staff
    • Provide feedback, coaching and encouragement to staff members
    • Responsible for overall supervision of staff during shift
    • Under direction of Manager, lead merchandising and display changes
    • Understand and follow all procedures in shop expectations
    • Assume manager responsibilities when the manager is not present during your shift.

    Key Daily Duties

    • Customer Service
      • Engage all people in a friendly manner providing a positive experience.
      • Be on the sales floor ready to assist customers and answer all questions to the best of ability.
      • Familiarize yourself with merchandise throughout the company and town to respond to customer merchandise requests.
      • Provide friendly customer service, including giving directions, answering questions, and ensuring a positive experience.
    • Point of Sale
      • Operate point of sale quickly and accurately, maintaining composure in stressful situations.
      • Follow shop guidelines when dealing with cash.
      • Understand and adhere to shop expectations and policies and procedures in the shop workbook
      • Participate in opening and closing procedures
    • Restocking
      • Work quickly through morning daily inventory replenishments delivered from the Distribution Center. 30 bins of merchandise weighing up to 40lbs.
      • Conduct yourself in a safe manner.  Be aware of lifting boxes, trip hazards and sharp objects
      • Prioritize Customers and continually engage with customers while restocking.
      • Follow procedures for how and which merchandise to stock first
    • Arranging Merchandise 
      • Regularly clean, organize, and maintain merchandise.
      • Fold shirts / apparel using appropriate methods
      • Maintain and develop displays according to manager expectations
      • Ensure sizing is accurate and in order of smallest to largest

    Requirements

    • Lift bins of merchandise up to 40lbs
    • Be on your feet for long periods of time.
    • Follow uniform guidelines and scheduling expectations

    Position Details

    • Most positions are in downtown Bar Harbor and have housing available.
    • Hourly position paid bi-weekly
    • 5-6 day work week, 45-50 hours, some 10-hour shifts 8:00AM to 11:30PM
    • Be available to work at other in-town shops occasionally
    Warehouse

    Distribution Center Assistant Manager

    $20.00 - $20.50 / hour
    Bar Harbor

    Distribution Center Assistant Manager

    We are looking for a Distribution Center Assistant Manager that projects a positive, service oriented attitude who possesses the skills to help facilitate day to day functions and should be prepared to help the daily tasks of process and receive merchandise, pick and replenish merchandise, downstock, and deliver using our van to intown shops

    Assistant Manager Function

    • Assist and support Distribution Center Manager
    • Supervise the day to day production and operations of the warehouse
    • Assist in the training and orienting of oncoming staff members
    • Provide feedback, coaching and encouragement to staff members
    • Keep staff accountable and on task by facilitating Manager’s directives
    • Be able to identify, respond to, and solve problems that arise
    • Understand and follow all procedures in Distribution Center expectations
    • Assume manager responsibilities when the manager is not present during your shift.

    Key Daily Duties

    • Processing and Receiving Merchandise:
      • Receive and log deliveries from UPS/FedEx/Trucking
      • Verify quantity and quality of merchandise
      • Match purchase orders against their invoices
      • Follow all processing procedures for correctness
      • Distribute merchandise to store location marked bins
      • Verify information on purchase orders, invoices, and packing slips
      • File paperwork and data entry
    • Picking and Replenishment
      • Follow generated replenishment to fulfill needs of each store location
      • Follow picking guidelines and instructions detailed in Distribution Center expectations
      • Accurately and efficiently pick merchandise for shop replenishments
      • Accurately and efficiently scan merchandise into a transfer slips and pack for delivery
      • Load delivery van in a safe and organized manner 
    • Downstocking
      • Stock warehouse shelves on a daily basis 
      • Ensure all overstock boxes are correctly labeled 
      • Ensure bins/drawers are fully stocked 
      • Organize and clean warehouse and other duties as assigned
    • Delivering
      • Deliver merchandise and supplies on a daily basis
      • Follow all safety and route guidelines while driving delivery vehicle
      • Drive large delivery van into Bar Harbor

    Requirements

    • Ability to lift and move boxes or bins up to 50lbs regularly
    • Use hand truck, pallet jack, and various carts safely
    • Be on your feet long periods of time
    • You must have a valid driver’s license 
    • Follow uniform guidelines and scheduling expectations

    Position Details

    • Hourly position paid bi-weekly
    • You must have a valid driver’s license 
    • 5-6 day work week, 45-50 hours, with 10-hour shifts.This position is located in Town Hill, 15 minutes from downtown Bar Harbor, and our housing

How to Apply

Your dates of availability affect your chances of employment. In general, the later you can stay, the better your chances will be for receiving an offer of employment. Be realistic and specific about the exact dates you will be available, as these dates will become part of your employment agreement.

We look forward to hearing from you. An online application is available, linked below.

* Once an application makes it through the initial screening process we rely on phone interviews to give us additional insight before making and employment offer. We try to have many of our employment decisions completed by April. You will be notified by mail on the status of your application.


The Acadia Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer and hires without regard to race, color, ancestry, sex, religion, national origin, age (except where age is a bona fide occupational qualification), physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, sexual orientation, disabled veteran or Vietnam era veteran status.

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