"Merchandiser III"

Department

The UMBC Bookstore is proudly owned and operated by UMBC. All purchases made here support UMBC students and campus programs. We are committed to providing all required and recommended course materials and supplies to the UMBC Community at a reasonable price in a timely manner. We offer our knowledge, goods and services in order to help foster intellectual growth, enhance the quality of life in our community and broaden the personal, educational and professional experiences of our customers. We pride ourselves on offering exceptional personalized service to the students, faculty, staff, alumni and visitors of UMBC and to all members of the surrounding communities, with excellence in customer service as the driving force as well as the ultimate goal.

Position Overview

The Merchandiser III will performs a variety of retail sales, store merchandising, clerical and customer service duties. Including day-to-day operations of the Inclusive Access program (CMI) and supplies.

Why Work at UMBC?

UMBC offers competitive compensation. This role starts at a range of $21.93/hr to $27.43/hr and has 14 days of vacation as well as winter break, spring break, and personal days for regular full time roles. Tuition remission is also available. What is it like to work at UMBC? Check out Glassdoor or Indeed. For 16 years in a row UMBC has been recognized as a Great College to Work For!

Telework

A hybrid telework schedule may be available.

Responsibilities

• Day-to-day operations of the Inclusive Access program (CMI)
• Provide backup support for Course Material Department.
• Order and manage Supplies department
• Other day-to-day store operations such as register, customer service, stocking.

Required Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Three years or more years related experience (retail).
  Note: Additional related experience and formal education in which one has gained the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for full performance of the work may be substituted for the education or experience requirement on a year-for-year basis with 30 college credits being equivalent to one year of experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree.
• University Bookstore experience.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Upload a cover letter and a resume.

Closing Date

01/06/2026

Salary

Pay Range $21.93/hr to $27.43/hr based on the University System of Maryland (USM) Pay Program.

Benefits

UMBC offers a rich benefits package including the following for nonexempt regular employees. Generous Leave which includes accruing the following for full time positions: 14 Days of Annual Leave (increases with years of service), 15 Days of Sick Leave, 15 Holidays, 3 Personal Days. Tuition Remission: 8 credit hours per semester, Tuition remission at UMBC for eligible dependents after two years of FT employment. Additional Benefits: Life and disability insurance, Retirement/Pension plan, Professional development opportunities, Wellness opportunities, & Much more. Generous Leave, Tuition Remission.