San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance is a nonprofit international conservation leader, committed to inspiring a passion for nature and creating a world where all life thrives. Empowering people from around the globe to support our mission to conserve wildlife through innovation and partnerships, we support cutting-edge conservation, and bring the stories of our work back to our two world-famous front doors - the San Diego Zoo and San Diego Zoo Safari Park - giving millions of guests, in person and virtually, the opportunity to experience conservation in action. The deep and extensive knowledge gained from more than a century of experience in wildlife care, health, veterinary services, nutrition and conservation makes us invaluable in the global effort to save species. Our team members play a crucial role in driving our conservation efforts forward and bringing us closer to a world where all life thrives.
HOW YOU WILL IMPACT OUR MISSION
The Pricing Clerk performs all job assignments with a positive attitude that supports San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance's mission and vision of saving species worldwide by uniting our expertise in wildlife care and conservation science with our dedication to inspiring passion for nature and leading the fight against extinction. The Pricing Clerk under general directions primarily focuses on accurately processing incoming merchandise orders from vendors and prepares the product for inventory replenishment to be sold in San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance stores.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
- Processes incoming merchandise orders for store replenishment. Pricing clerks will verify items against purchase orders, document any damages and variances, and repackage items for warehouse stock and store replenishment.
- Unpacks, inspects quality of product, and verifies items for merchandise stores. This includes opening, sorting, and shifting large boxes of product as needed. Ensures distribution of items is accurate and communicates issues to warehouse personnel.
- Creates price tags, labels boxes, hangs and stickers merchandise, and prepares product for stores. Packages product with proper labels and processes vendor supply shipments.
- Maintains inventory accuracy and enters orders into inventory system. Identifies problems and reconciles discrepancies
- Pricing clerks work both independently and on a team to process orders timely and accurately. They will be in constant communication with warehouse personnel and Buying team.
- Maintains warehouse clean and organized. Safely operates equipment and follows safety practices.
- Provides training and assists peers as needed.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
- Motivated individuals who are both independent and able to work in a team in a fast-paced environment, with a strong focus on safety and attention to detail. Must be at least 18 years of age. This position requires successful completion of physical ability test.
JOB EXPERIENCE
- Training and/or experience that would demonstrate the essential functions and knowledge and skills outlined; experience a plus, but not required.
EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS
SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
Knowledge of:
Ability to:
- Attend to detail while sustaining fast pace
- Make basic arithmetic calculations
- Use a computer for inventory research and document entry
- Communicate and work effectively with others
- Understand and carry out instructions
- Perform basic spreadsheet data entry
- Work effectively with others and in a diverse team environment
- Competently perform the essential functions and duties outlined
- Demonstrate problem solving skills
- Multi-task and prioritize
- Ability to properly lift boxes and supplies
SOME OF THE PERKS YOU WILL ENJOY AS A TEAM MEMBER
- Free admission to the San Diego Zoo and the San Diego Zoo Safari Park
- Family Passes
- Complimentary Tickets
- Local and In-House Discounts
- Employee Assistance Program
- Wellness Program
IMPORTANT DETAILS
- Location: San Diego, CA
- Position Type: Hourly Full-Time Non-Exempt Union Position - If selected, there will be fees and dues to be paid to the union
- Hourly Rate: $17.25
Fraudulent Recruiting
Beware of fraudulent recruiting. Legitimate San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance contacts will use an @sdzwa.org email address. We do not request money, checks, equipment orders, or sensitive personal data during the recruitment process. San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance only conducts interviews via phone, Zoom, Teams or in-person.
If you have been asked for any of the above, or believe you have been contacted by someone posing as a San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance employee, please e-mail sdzwacareers@sdzwa.org. If you feel that you have been the victim of fraud, please contact your financial institution(s) immediately.
Be an ally for wildlife by joining our team!
At San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance, we thrive on celebrating our differences. Diversity is vital for the benefit of our team members, our guests, our community, and our wildlife.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.
If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete an application, please email your request to sdzwacareers@sdzwa.org and provide the job title and location to which you are applying.
As a Federal Contractor, San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance is required to participate in the E-Verify Program to confirm eligibility to work in the United States.
San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance is a drug free workplace.
San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance
Mar 28, 2025