About Olds College of Agriculture and Technology

Founded in 1913, Olds College of Agriculture & Technology has been offering high quality hands-on education for over a century. Through our core programming including continuing education, online and blended programming, we provide accessible educational opportunities within Alberta and beyond. We are passionate about the Agriculture industry. Through our applied research and integrated learning, we are proud to be Canada’s Smart Agriculture College, specializing in agriculture, agrifood, horticulture, land and environmental stewardship. We work closely with industry to advance and adapt our programming to ensure our graduates have the skills to succeed.

**The Opportunity:**Retail Store Clerk, National Meat Training Centre (temporary, part-time Thu/Fri/Sat)

This position is covered by the Alberta Union of Provincial Employees (AUPE) Collective Agreement Job Classification: Clerk I

Olds College is looking to hire a part-time, casual, Retail Store Clerk to support the National Meat Training Centre (NMTC). The NMTC is a one-of-a-kind program in North America that teaches a full range of meat cutting and slaughter skills. The program has graduated approximately five hundred students in its 45-years of operating, with many now playing a major role in the Canadian meat industry.

Key Job Functions:

• Interacting with customers; providing superior customer service
• Provide samples to customers to assist in sales
• Handle cash/debit and credit transactions
• Maintain a professional manner and act within the provincial and federal guidelines
• Maintain retail space appearance
• Operate and set up growler pour stations
• Maintain public health/sanitation and proactive health and safety standards

Education/Experience/Skills/Knowledge Required:

• Minimum one (1) year of applicable experience recommended.
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• An understanding of computers and software systems
• Ability to work safely and in compliance with all health, safety, and sanitation standards
• Outgoing personality with strong customer service skills and the ability to exceed customer expectations
• Self-directed with the ability to prioritize workload
• Aptitude to handle and reconcile cash float
• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Requires valid ProServe certification

Conditions of Employment:

• This position will require the individual to work flexible hours with a work schedule that is primarily weekdays with the occasional Saturday.
• May be required to do heavy lifting, repetitive physical work and work in adverse weather conditions.
• Current Criminal Reference check that is free of any offenses.
• Must respect and actively promote health and safety policies.

The statements contained in this job description reflect general details as necessary to describe the key job functions of this position, the level of knowledge and skill typically required and the scope of responsibility. It is not an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Other duties may be assigned.

Please apply by March 24, 2026

We thank all individuals for their interest in this position. We appreciate the time involved for candidates in the application process. At this time, please note only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

Olds College is committed to an equitable, diverse, and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from all qualified persons. We encourage applications from women, Indigenous Peoples, racialized persons, persons with disabilities and persons of any sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression.