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Clerk

University of California - San Francisco

$20.00-$27.00 per hours

United States, California, San Francisco

505 Parnassus Avenue (Show on map)

Aug 07, 2026

Job Summary: The gift shops are located at Parnassus, Mission Bay and Mount Zion hospitals. One shop specializes in products and services for cancer patients. In a relatively fast paced, multi-tasked environment, the gift shop associate conducts retail sales, maintains the general upkeep, security and safety awareness in the shop environment. The incumbent shall provide excellent customer care by assisting with general inquiries and assistance while working with the gift shop team to achieve operational objectives. Maintains the objectives of the medical center and department. This person understands the mission of UCSF Health and applies the mission to the customer experience and the merchandising of product.

DUTIES & ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

% of time	Essential Function (Yes/No)	Key Responsibilities (To be completed by Supervisor)
30		Customer Service Greet Customers and understand customer service is the number one priority at UCSF Hospital Gift Shops Demonstrate respect, friendliness, and professionalism at all times. Ability to take telephone inquiries and assist with orders with the ability to deliver to patient rooms.
20		Cashier Follows UCSF cash handling procedures Ensures accuracy and secure transactions with money handling Opens and closes the store in a timely manner Responsible for accurate money counts, change fund, deposits for end of day and beginning of day. Reports to Assistant Manager/Manager when change levels need to be replenished Reports malfunctioning equipment to Assistant Manager/Manager
20		Inventory Management, Ordering and Receiving Informs Manager of merchandise and supplies that need ordering or reordered. Create inventory reports from POS system or do manual counts. Physical counts need to be completed and given to Manager before items are ordered. This is where detail really counts. Restock merchandise promptly as it sells. Check that merchandise is priced correctly and floor ready. Organize stock room when time allows Takes direction from Manager for markdowns Receives merchandise accurately, reports damages, incorrect quantities, and report to Manager Enter into POS system, create vouchers for accounting, price items, and store in stockroom until ready to put out
15		Merchandising Maintains order and cleanliness of current displays Restock when merchandise sells Ability to create displays to generate interest and sales
10		Loss Prevention Maintains a high level of awareness and customer contact on the sales floor to create a safe and secure shopping environment for everyone Demonstrates integrity and honesty in all interactions with employees and customers. Ability to safeguard confidential information and credit card information.
5		Housekeeping Performs general maintenance and cleanliness of shop Reports unsafe conditions to Manager.

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REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Two years of Retail Sales experience in a face-paced environment.
High School Diploma or GED equivalent
Flexibility to work in all UCSF Gift Shops: Parnassus, Mission Bay (2), and Mount Zion; variety of hours including weekends and holidays.
Cash handling experience using POS systems, credit card terminals and Apple pay.
Customer service with a positive attitude, friendly and pleasant demeanor over the phone and in person

PREFERRED QUALIFICATION

Previous experience in a healthcare retail environment
Proficiency in using computer systems such as word processing, spreadsheets, creating signage, marketing on social media, and website

About UCSF

The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world's leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells.

Pride Values

UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence - also known as our PRIDE values.

In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity - both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available here.

Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.

Salary Information

The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy.

Your placement within the salary range is dependent on a number of factors including your work experience and internal equity within this position classification at UCSF. For positions that are represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range will be guided by the rules in the collective bargaining agreement.

To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total compensation, please visit: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Two years of Retail Sales experience in a face-paced environment.
High School Diploma or GED equivalent
Flexibility to work in all UCSF Gift Shops: Parnassus, Mission Bay (2), and Mount Zion; variety of hours including weekends and holidays.
Cash handling experience using POS systems, credit card terminals and Apple pay.
Customer service with a positive attitude, friendly and pleasant demeanor over the phone and in person

PREFERRED QUALIFICATION

Previous experience in a healthcare retail environment
Proficiency in using computer systems such as word processing, spreadsheets, creating signage, marketing on social media, and website