Handmade Retail Associate
Hiring 2-3 part time, handmade retail associate for expanded summer and fall hours.
Job Description
About Msla Makers
Msla Makers is the retail storefront extension of the Missoula Makers Collective—a vibrant, community-driven organization that supports over 200 local artisans. Our mission is to strengthen the handmade economy by providing services, resources, and a welcoming platform for makers to share their work. The storefront showcases a curated selection of locally made goods and serves as a hub for connecting customers with the Missoula handmade community.
Position Overview: Handmade Retail Associate
We’re looking for a friendly, detail-oriented individual to join our team as a Handmade Retail Associate—someone who is enthusiastic about the maker community and excited to contribute to a positive and engaging retail experience. This role involves representing Msla Makers during business hours, delivering exceptional customer service, keeping the space clean and inviting, and assisting with daily operations to ensure the store runs smoothly.
Key Responsibilities
Welcome and assist customers while offering a warm and knowledgeable introduction to our makers and products
Accurately process transactions using our point-of-sale system
Maintain the store’s visual presentation, including cleanliness and merchandising
Assist with inventory management, including stocking and organizing products
Support the flow of goods from makers, ensuring their work is received with care and professionalism
Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent
Familiarity with or enthusiasm for the handmade/maker community is a plus
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Availability to work 5-hour shifts
Ability to lift and move merchandise as needed
Skills and Attributes
Comfortable handling cash and using POS systems
Team-oriented with a proactive, positive attitude
Attentive to detail and committed to maintaining a welcoming atmosphere for customers and makers alike
Perks and Benefits
Monthly in-store gift card bonuses
Flexible scheduling options
How to Apply
Please complete the application via this form:
Location
112 W Front St, Missoula, MT
Additional Notes
At Msla Makers, we take great pride in being a cornerstone of Missoula’s handmade community. Our culture is rooted in authenticity, kindness, and creativity—and we strive to create a safe, inclusive, and uplifting space for our shoppers, staff, and makers.
In addition to assisting customers, our retail staff play an essential role in supporting our makers. Receiving inventory, communicating effectively, and offering the same level of thoughtful service to makers as we do to customers is crucial. While store owners Bailey and Rachel oversee maker relations and sales reporting, you’ll serve as the first point of contact in-store—helping ensure every maker knows their products are in good hands.