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Pay Grade/Pay Range: The rate of pay is to be determined by the employer.

Department/Organization: This position reports to an off-campus employer.

Normal Work Schedule: Flexible; includes weekends

Note to Applicants: The Toy Shoppe would love to hear from you! To apply, please send your resume and a short cover letter introducing yourself to kate@toyshoppeinc.com. Explain why you’d be a great fit as one of their professional elves!

Applications submitted through the UA Student Jobsite will not be reviewed.

Job Summary: The Professional Elves create an inviting, fun-filled atmosphere where customers feel inspired. Interact with children and play with toys, whether that be standing or on the floor. Demo products to show off how much joy they bring. Build connections with customers and help them find the perfect gift.

Additional Department Summary: The Toy Shoppe is hiring part-time sales associates—“Professional Elves”—to join the magic of The Toy Shoppe. This isn’t your typical sales role—it’s about creating an inviting, fun-filled atmosphere where customers feel inspired. They are looking for people who:

• Love getting on the floor to play with toys and share the fun with kids.
• Are excited to demo products to show off how much joy they bring.
• Enjoy helping customers find the perfect gift by building real connections.
• Can bring energy and enthusiasm, especially during weekends and busy times.

If you love the idea of making every visit feel special and helping create magical moments, this is the role for you!

Required Minimum Qualifications: Ability to work on the weekends. Passion for engaging with people and creating a fun, welcoming environment. Enthusiasm for play and interacting with children and families. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Reliable and punctual. Comfortable demonstrating products and assisting with customer needs. Team-oriented mindset and positive attitude.

Preferred Qualifications: Retail or customer service experience. Experience working with children, such as babysitting, teaching, or volunteering. Knowledge of toys, games, or children’s products. Creative problem-solving skills and ability to think on your feet.

Off-Campus Position Disclaimers: This position is an off-campus employment opportunity. The HR Office of Student Employment makes no particular recommendations regarding off-campus employers and makes no representations or guarantees about positions posted. The HR Office of Student Employment is not responsible for the safety, wages, working conditions, or other aspects of off-campus employment. Applicants are urged to perform due diligence in researching employers when applying for or accepting private, off-campus employment. This position reports to an off-campus employer – The Toy Shoppe. Final candidates may be subject to a thorough background check by employer prior to employment.

Equal Employment Opportunity: The University of Alabama is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment or volunteer status without regard to any legally protected basis and will not be discriminated against because of their protected status. Applicants and employees of this institution are protected under Federal law from discrimination on several bases. More information is available in the EEOC’s Know Your Rights: Workplace discrimination is illegal poster.