Work for Simply Sam

Professional Organizer + Warehouse Assistant

Reports to:

• Director of Organizing 
• Organizing Project Manager
• Warehouse Manager

We are looking for a professional organizer to join our team that will also work as the assistant to our warehouse manager. 

Independent Contractor Position - Pay starting at $20/hour ($22/hr+ after 5 day  trial period)

Typical Schedule: Must be available M-F 10AM -6:30PM, 30-40 hours per week.

***PLEASE NOTE: You must be 21+ years of age to apply. 

Simply Sam Organization + Design is a full service luxury interior design, custom construction, and professional organizing firm located in Salt Lake City, Utah. Simply Sam is a unique trendsetter within the home services space because we do anything and everything to  provide a  full service experience for our clients. From packing up a client's home, to demolition and framing, to installing furniture and buying groceries, we leave our clients with a completely finalized space and no more to do’s. Our core team functions as a family and we want someone who wants to be a part of our team for the long haul. This position is balance of making beautiful spaces and hard work. We work hard to achieve our clients final vision, doing everything from painting, assembling furniture, taking trash to the dump, and cleaning. It is not all glamorous, but it is alway worth it. 

General Requirements

• Must be 21+ years of age to apply
• Must have 1-2 years of organizing experience
• Must have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation to and from client projects. Must be ok with driving throughout Utah. We work in Utah, Salt Lake, Davis, and Summit Counties. We do adjust for serious weather conditions, but you should be prepared to drive in rain and snow. 
• Work days are often 8+ hr days, and you should prepare to be able to stay the entire project even if it runs late
• Must have a working smartphone- we use a lot of apps for our work flow
• Must have knowledge of organizing products and tools. Well acquainted with Container Store preferred.
• Must be a dependable person that shows up on time & responds promptly to phone calls, texts, and emails
• Must be able to pass a background check
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs
• Must be able to perform physical tasks and stand for extended periods of time
• Ability to demonstrate creative problem-solving skills on the fly
• Enjoys working with individuals to create positive change
• Enjoys working in a team environment
• Ability to efficiently manage time and complete tasks within the time-frame given
• Knowledge of high-end luxury brands for household needs, interior furnishings, and fashion is a plus

Warehouse Requirements:

• Must be able to lift up to 50+ lbs
• Must be able to perform physical tasks and stand for extended periods of time
• Keep warehouse/van set to standard
• Loading/unloading van for upcoming/previous jobs
• Shopping/returns/errands for current and upcoming clients
• Must be able to use Slack and Google Suite 

Organizing + Design Requirements

• Makes sure home is set in a timely manner and up to Simply Sam Organization + Design standards
• Ensures final walkthrough is done and project completed properly.
• Ability to ensures all items necessary have been received & unpacked intact
• Ability to measure a room accurately
• Ability to place decorative pieces in an aesthetically pleasing manner
• Work with clients to meet and exceed their organizing goals
• Working hands-on with the client to help them make decisions, prioritize and purge, and then create systems of organization that will be simple for them to maintain
• Transfer organizing skills to the client (when requested)
• Continual organizing skill set growth by reading organizing books and magazines, window shopping for the latest and greatest in the organizing industry.
• Knowledge of design industry is a plus but not required

SENIOR INTERIOR DESIGNER 

About Simply Sam    

Simply Sam Organization + Design is a full service luxury interior design, custom construction, and professional organizing firm located in Salt Lake City, Utah. Simply Sam is a unique trendsetter within the home services space because we do anything and everything to  provide a  full service experience for our clients. From packing up a client's home, to demolition and framing, to installing furniture and buying groceries, we leave our clients with a completely finalized space and no more to do’s. 

About the Role

Simply Sam is seeking a seasoned interior designer who wants to be a part of a growing team long-term. This role has the ability to grow into equity partnership, and we are looking for someone who is ready to take on ownership of their own projects using Simply Sam’s aesthetic standards. We want someone who wants to take the knowledge they have and create more efficiency and can also appreciate the different approach Simply Sam takes to projects. This role will work closely with our CEO/ Principal Designer, Owner/ General Construction, and our VP: Design + Construction. Simply Sam is currently responsible for all aspects of the design process from construction plans to final decor styling installs, and you will have a hand in all aspects of the process. This role will also help manage the design team within Simply Sam. Please note Simply Sam has a high presence on social media and this person must be comfortable in front of the camera and sharing on social media. 

Job Responsibilities: 

Interior Design 

• Maintain up-to date knowledge of design computer programs 
• Work to take necessary measurements throughout the client process via iPad as well as physical measurements when needed to confirm accuracy 
• Work with design and construction team to create and update construction plans for subcontractors and city approval 
• Work with design team to create mood boards, presentations, and renderings for clients Complete site visits to insure quality control of design elements are following design plans 
• Work with design team to prepare, manage, and implement design installations 
• Collaborate with engineers and builders to further understand how interior space should function, appear, and be furnished.
• Attend client consultations, meetings, etc to learn about client projects and needs
• Work with design subcontractors to create custom materials to complete client projects including but not limited to: custom closets, custom cabinetry, custom furniture, drapery, upholstery, finish work etc 
• Source materials for client projects with client budget, preferences, and space planning in mind 
• Create client offboarding packets using updated specifications sheet 
• Analyze movement and use patterns of the space.
• Assist in ordering project materials and samples

Client + Project Management 

• Manage Assigned Clients using client management process 
• Perform daily project updates in Slack 
• Create comprehensive notes of project records including but not limited to photos and notes in the drive, slack, and Houzz Pro 
• Track and input all client purchases and selections on the client spec sheet in the Google Drive 
• Work with design and construction team to solve issues as they arise

General Business 

• Work with CEO and marketing team to help produce content for various social media platforms with design in mind 
• Work with design team to help hire, train, and manage as additional design team support is needed 
• Attend internal business meetings
• Attend internal design team meetings 
• Attend trade shows in both the design and construction industry with the Simply Sam team to make sure we are most up to date with trends, vendors, and product in the industry
• Maintain current knowledge of trends and materials, techniques, and other developments in interior design
• Perform other related duties as assigned to benefit the team as a whole. This is something that Simply Sam cares deeply about. We are all there to help each other and there is a lot of crossover between various departments. 

Qualifications:

• 3-5+ years experience in residential interior design, and past experience in residential remodeling 
• Degree in Interior Design or related field
• Must be Proficient in AutoCAD, SketchUp,  Photoshop, Excel, and Google Drive
• Take on a deep sense of partnership and ownership of projects you oversee
• Ability to work under pressure,  juggle and prioritize multiple projects and adjust deadlines as needed
• Possess strong verbal, written, and visual communication skills with all levels of employees, management, and outside parties
• Strong ability to work in a team setting and achieve results through collaboration and sharing
• Ability to manage people and teams
• Knowledge of design principles and the ability to interpret design concepts and layouts
• Excellent organizational skills 
• Good communicator and confident dealing with a wide range of clients 
• Must understand how to read drawings
• Must be able to take accurate measurements 
• Strong attention to detail 

BENEFITS 

• Competitive Salary $60,000+ DOE 
• Following 90 Day Probation Period: 
• Health, Vision, Dental 
• Sick Time 
• PTO 
• Paid Holidays 
• Winter Break