Gift Shop Clerk

CL2 Clerk 2

Regular/part-time

Manitoba Legislative Assembly

Gift Shop Program

Winnipeg MB

Advertisement Number: 12826

Salary(s):   CL2 $21.17 - $24.73 per hour

Closing Date:   October 18, 2026

The Manitoba government recognizes the importance of building an exemplary public service reflective of the citizens it serves, where diverse abilities, backgrounds, cultures, identities, languages and perspectives drives a high standard of service and innovation. The Manitoba government supports equitable employment practices and promotes representation of designated groups (women, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, visible minorities).

This is a preference competition. All applicants are encouraged to apply, however first consideration for this competition will be given to Indigenous people and visible minorities. Applicants are requested to self-declare at the time of application.

The incumbent of this position is an employee of the Legislative Assembly, not a government employee.

The Legislative Assembly is seeking part-time Gift Shop Clerk to support the successful operation of the Gift Shop located within the Legislative building. The Golden Boy Gift Shop promotes Manitoba-made products and enhances visitor experience at the Legislative Building by supporting local artisans and businesses through retail.

This is a public-facing role within a retail environment, and involves frequent interactions with customers, vendors and external staff. Candidates must be available for shifts between 10:00 am – 5:00 pm, Monday through Saturday, with additional availability for occasional weekends, holidays and special events (this may include Canada Day and another holidays) and/or working extended hours during peak seasons. Please note that work days may vary depending on operational needs, particularly during the summer months.

Duties:
Reporting to the Gift Shop Manager, the Gift Shop Clerk is a key point of contact for customers and is responsible for delivering an exceptional retail experience. This role involves overseeing the complete sales cycle — from demonstrating strong product knowledge and engaging with visitors, to processing transactions efficiently, gift wrap and daily balancing. The Gift Shop Clerk plays an important role in promoting local artisans and Manitoba-made products, ensuring a welcoming and well-maintained retail space, and supporting day-to-day shop operations including inventory and merchandising.

 

Qualifications:
Essential:

• Experience in retail or customer service, ideally within a boutique, tourism, or hospitality setting.
• Knowledge of retail and POS operations, including inventory management, sales reconciliation, and handling cash, credit, and refunds.
• Strong Interpersonal communications and conflict resolutions skills with the ability to serve a diverse range of customers and adapt to different situations.
• Detail-oriented ensuring accuracy in transactions, inventory, presentation and giftwrapping/packing of merchandise with the ability to multitask and prioritize.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a small team in a high-profile environment.
• Ability to work in a political environment, exercise good judgement, maintain confidentiality and ability to work under pressure.

Desired:

• Knowledge of CounterPoint as a POS system
• Strong French language skills including the ability to communicate verbally.
• Knowledge of Manitoba attractions, festivals, special events and culture.

The Gift Shop is seeking candidates who are physically capable of standing for extended periods, and able to lift up to 5kg when restocking or arranging displays.

Conditions of Employment:

• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada

• Must be politically non-partisan in both perception and fact

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Your cover letter, resumé and/or application must clearly indicate how you meet the qualifications.

We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

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Please be advised that job competitions for represented positions may be grieved by internal represented applicants. Should a selection grievance be filed, information from the competition file will be provided to the grievor's representative. Personal information irrelevant to the grievance and other information protected under legislation will be redacted.

We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

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