Position Overview

Raptis Rare Books is currently seeking a full-time Gallery Assistant to join our team and assist with daily business operations.
The ideal candidate will possess excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills including proficiency in Microsoft Word

Primary Responsibilities:

Report directly to the Gallery Manager to:

Manage packing and shipping of a high volume of daily shipments
Assist with greeting and conversing with a high volume of gallery visitors
Manage and appropriately direct a high volume of daily phone calls
Manage and respond to a high volume of daily email inquiries
Assist with client services and sales requiring the swift preparation of accompanying documentation, sales receipts, and luxury packaging
Unpack and organize incoming merchandise
Organization, archival preparation and shelving of new acquisitions requiring strict adherence to standard alphabetical library classification systems
Daily cleaning duties to maintain gallery organization and cleanliness
Assist with completion of bi-weekly e-newsletters advertising new acquisitions
Assistance with editing/proofreading and printing of exhibition documents and rotating gallery display cards/signage
Create weekly blog posts spotlighting new/relevant inventory and authors
Create and post social media content across a variety of platforms

Qualifications:

Required:

High attention to detail and excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills
Excellent computer skills including proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel
Excellent organizational and time management skills
Ability to work independently and manage multiple assignments and projects with competing deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Ability to learn and rapidly implement training and detailed business protocols
Customer service and sales experience
Social media content creation and posting experience
Polished, professional appearance

Preferred:

Bachelor’s Degree in English, History, Library Science or a related subject
Formal coursework, training, or professional experience in rare book and/or special collections librarianship
Training in archival book restoration and preservation
Experience with Mailchimp, Constant Contact or another e-newsletter platform
Experience with Adobe Photoshop and InDesign

Availability required:

Flexible schedule required: 5 days per week, Monday - Saturday 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. (days of the week may vary depending on time of year - Saturdays consistently required)
Salary commensurate with qualifications and performance

To Apply:

Applicants must submit a resume, cover letter, and a one-page writing sample on a historical figure or author of their choice by responding to this listing. No phone calls please.

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