Part-tiime Shipping/Receiving Associate

Ronald Reagan Presidential Foundation and Institute

The Ronald Reagan Presidential Foundation and Institute (RRPFI) is the sole nonprofit organization created by President Reagan charged with advancing his legacy and principles – individual liberty, economic opportunity, freedom and democracy, peace through strength, and national pride.

A globally recognized nonpartisan organization based in Simi Valley, CA, with a leading policy institute in Washington, DC, RRPFI delivers impactful public affairs programming, policy convenings and projects of national and international significance, scholarly initiatives, and distinctive educational programming shaping the perspectives of middle, high school, and college students. In addition, RRPFI sustains the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library and Museum, the largest and most visited presidential library. A leading cultural institution, RRPFI houses a remarkable 125,000 square foot museum with unique historical pieces that tells the story of Ronald Reagan’s life, presidency, and enduring impact, and houses world-class special exhibitions.  More information is available at www.reaganfoundation.org.

With views all the way to the Pacific Ocean and an hour from Los Angeles International Airport, RRPFI’s Simi Valley campus sits on 400 acres atop a hill, serves as the final resting place of America’s 40th President and former First Lady Nancy Reagan, displays a chunk of the Berlin Wall, and houses (among other remarkable displayed hardware) the plane President Reagan flew on as Air Force One to 26 countries. Also onsite are the Reagan Center for Public Affairs, the Presidential Learning Center, the Air Force One Pavilion, and the Reagan Leadership Academy.

Position Available

The Ronald Reagan Presidential Foundation is seeking a Shipping/Receiving Associate to support the retail operations for the facility including shipping, receiving, physical inventory, retail customer service and retail website operations.  The Foundation and Library is a fast-paced and demanding environment.  The successful candidate will be willing to roll up his/her sleeves to do the work in support of the team.  He/she will be enthusiastic, energetic and a reliable self-starter.  

Qualifications/Requirements of Job

• High School diploma is required.

• The successful candidate must be passionate about President Ronald Reagan’s legacy and principles.

• Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Excellent Customer service and phone skills required to assist customers with placing orders and shipping inquiries. 

• Strong computer skills are required. Familiarity with Microsoft Word, Excel, Google Docs. 

• Must accurately pull, pack and stage orders for shipping and verify orders that have been pulled by others. 

• Familiarity with UPS World Ship, Ship Station and U.S.P.S. shipping a plus.

• Basic math and counting skills required for physical inventory & occasional cycle counts. 

• Receive inventory shipments, tag and accurately record stocking locations.

• Reviews, sorts and determines damaged items to be returned to vendors.

• Ability to work independently and work within a team environment. 

• Engages with vendors, delivery drivers and all staff with a positive attitude.

• On-line store and Amazon Marketplace experience a plus.

• Assists with keeping the stockroom and offsite warehouse clean and organized to include putting products away in proper locations and sorting packing material.

• Demonstrated planning and organizational skills with attention to detail and high level of accuracy.

• Must possess initiative, integrity, flexibility and urgency as required in a fast-paced environment.    

• Good work and time management skills, including punctuality, reliability and adaptability are must-haves.

• Provides additional backup support as needed in the Museum Store.

• Must be able to frequently lift and/or move up to 35 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Able to access storage shelves on ladder/stool and stand for extended periods of time. 

• Hours of work:  Monday – Friday with occasional evenings, weekends and holidays for special events, including but not limited to the Reagan National Defense Forum that occurs annually in late November/early December and the Reagan National Economic Forum in the Spring.

Work Environment/Physical Demands

The work environment characteristics and physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Work is done in a shipping/receiving office as well as a boxing/packaging area; stocking of shelves and lifting of boxes of product/inventory is required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  The above job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position.  Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as assigned by their supervisor. 

Salary and Benefits

This is a non-exempt regular part-time position, located at The Ronald Reagan Presidential Foundation and Institute in Simi Valley, California. This position will be compensated at $18.00 an hour and will be eligible for overtime.  This position offers Paid Time Off (PTO) benefits based on hours accrued per pay period and years of service as well as an Employee Assistance Program (EAP).  Employees have the opportunity to participate in a retirement program.

How to Apply

To respond to this opportunity, please send cover letter, resume and salary requirements to: msa@reaganfoundation.org

The Ronald Reagan Presidential Foundation and Institute is an Equal Opportunity Employer.