"Bookstore Clerk (Part Time)"

Position Summary Information

The Bookstore Clerk provides excellent customer service for all customer needs and purchases. The Clerk also assists in the process of ordering, receiving, pricing and stocking merchandise. It is expected that this individual will accomplish assigned duties in an efficient, effective, competent manner and strive for improvement and excellence in all work performed. Additionally, this individual must understand the comprehensive role of the community college and cooperate and work harmoniously with college personnel and the public. This individual will follow all college policies, rules, regulations and guidelines as they relate to this position.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Use computer program to process financial aid, agency and department charges while maintaining the confidentiality and security of protected student information in accordance with FERPA regulations.
• Checks in and stocks books and other merchandise; assures that all orders have been filled according to purchase requisitions and that the proper prices are affixed and that the packing slips are verified.
• Assists Bookstore customers in locating materials and by serving as a cashier; makes change accurately and properly accounts for financial transactions at the end of each working day.
• Assists with the annual Bookstore inventory.
• Becomes familiar with the point of sale, Winprism systems of the Bookstore; processes related paperwork in accordance with approved procedures.
• Help keep bookstore clean to assure professional image and merchandise displayed in an appealing manner. Also, relocation of stock when needed.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintains an inventory of all assigned equipment and supplies, keeping proper records as necessary.
• Safeguards institutional physical resources by caring properly for assets assigned to the workstation and by prohibiting unauthorized use.
• Performs other related duties as required.
• Adjustment of hours involving evening and/or weekend work may be required.

Minimum Qualifications

1. High School Diploma or GED
2. Experience in retail sales or in another position that involved significant contact with the public and handling a significant amount of cash, preferably in a collegiate environment.

Knowledge of: Principles and practices of PCs and related software, e.g. Outlook; How to operate a POS system; General cashiering duties; Point of sale, Winprism systems; Microsoft Office Programs; Telephone practices and procedures; Knowledge of general office duties including filing; Knowledge of proper lifting techniques.

Ability to: Communicate effectively verbally and in writing; Operate a PC and related software; Maintain effective working relationships with other people; Perform basic arithmetic calculations; Handle money responsibly; Operate bookstore equipment; Maintain professional, congenial, and confidential skills when dealing with others; Work independently and in a team environment; Work in a multitasking environment under pressure.

Preferred Qualifications

N/A

Estimated Salary

$15.48-17.79