Have a high school diploma or GED

Complete on the job training

Generally have a set schedule each week.

May work part time or full time, but most work 40 hours a week.

May work evenings, weekends, or holidays.

Often work longer hours around the winter holidays.

May be discouraged from taking vacation time during peak shopping periods.

Retail Salespersons will:

Pay close attention to financial transactions

Retail Salespersons frequently :

Stand for long periods of time.

Walk from place to place in the store.

Repeat the same motions.

Use hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools, or controls.

It is important that Retail Salespersons be able to:

Use stomach and lower back muscles to support the body for long periods without getting tired.

Speak clearly so listeners can understand.

Understand the speech of another person.