Retail Assistant

Summary of Position

North Cascades Institute is seeking a qualified, enthusiastic individual to join our retail team. This is a seasonal/temporary, full-time, non-exempt position from May 8 to September 30, 2023. Benefits included four paid Holidays. The position is mostly based out of the Newhalem North Cascades National Park Visitor Center with a possible limited role at the Marblemount Wilderness Information Center. The distance between Sedro-Woolley and the North Cascades Visitor Center is 54 miles.

North Cascades Institute is a nonprofit cooperating association that supports North Cascades National Park Complex by the operations of six retail stores within and adjacent to the Park. The Newhalem Visitor Center is one of the most popular stores, with over 80,000 visitors each summer. The stores offer books, trail guides, maps, educational products, and mementos that appeal to a variety of visitors and inspire them to experience, enjoy and appreciate the North Cascades. The retail assistant will work closely with the Institute’s Retail Associate, with National Park Interpretive Rangers, other Institute employees, and Seattle City Light employees to help visitors explore the ecosystems and increase their awareness, knowledge, and appreciation of the North Cascades National Park and the North Cascades.

Start Date
Monday, May 8, 2023

Job Duration
May 8 – September 30, 2023

Schedule

May 8 - May 18: Training and stock processing at the Sedro-Woolley Administrative Office, Monday - Friday, 40 hours per week, 8:00 am - 4:00 pm.

May 21 - September 30: Newhalem retail sites, Fridays - Tuesdays, 40 hours per week, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm.

Application Deadline

Review of applications will begin immediately. Position will remain open until filled.

To Apply

Please apply online on our website at: https://ncascades.org/jobs

Complete the online application and upload a cover letter and resume.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce is a high priority at North Cascades Institute. The Institute does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, military, genetic information, ancestry, marital status, age, citizenship or any other basis prohibited by law in any of its policies or programs.

About North Cascades Institute

North Cascades Institute requires all employees to receive a COVID-19 vaccine and to provide proof of inoculation unless a reasonable accommodation is approved. All new hires are expected to comply with these requirements upon employment.

North Cascades Institute's mission is to inspire environmental stewardship through transformative learning experiences in nature. Since 1986, we have helped connect people, nature and community through science, art, literature and the hands-on study of natural and cultural history. Our goal is to help people of all ages and backgrounds experience and enjoy the mountains, rivers, forests, people and wildlife of the Pacific Northwest – so all will care for and protect this special place. 

North Cascades Institute is a respected leader among U.S. environmental education organizations, and we believe that sustainable communities are built on healthy environments, vibrant economies and social equity. The Institute is in sound financial health with a $4 million budget and strong reserves, and 15 four-star ratings with Charity Navigator for sound fiscal management and commitment to accountability and transparency.