"Office Specialist - Textbook Center Assistant/College Store Assistant (12 Temporary, Part-Time Positions)"

Job Description

The Minneapolis College Store and Textbook Center is seeking twelve (12) temporary, part-time Textbook Center Assistant/College Store Assistant positions to provide the following assistance: textbook center, in-store. Under general supervision and procedural control, assistants provide customer service to Minneapolis College Store and Textbook Center customers on matters relating to e-commerce and in-store sales. Assistants may also assist with shipping and receiving of merchandise for the Store. These positions also provide assistance to Store staff with day to day operations during peak periods. These positions also provide clerical services necessary to perform general office tasks in support of Store operations.

Salary Range

Office Specialist: $20.32 - $24.12 hourly $42,428 – $50,363 annually.

Minimum Qualifications

Ability to communicate effectively with customers and understand information.
Customer service skills in person, on the phone and online to provide effective general and specialized office support with courtesy, tact, interest in positive problem solving, empathy, and to organize ideas logically.
Knowledge of math skills sufficient to perform simple math functions to control the change and return of funds.
Knowledge of computer and technology skills sufficient to process online and point of service (POS) orders.
Demonstrate an ongoing understanding of cultural fluency, incorporate culturally responsive practices, and actively engage in antiracism professional development learning opportunities.

Physical Requirements

All assistants must have the ability to stand for up to 50% of the day (up to 80% for shipping/receiving clerks) with frequent bending, lifting, maneuvering of carts and hampers.
All assistants must have the ability to lift/move materials weighing 15 – 50 lbs. on a daily basis.

Other Requirement

Current and former employees must be in good standing with Minneapolis College to be considered for the position.

Work Shift

Twelve (12) positions with the start dates within November/December 2025 or January 2026 and the end dates within January or February 2026. More information below:
Textbook Center Assistant (8 positions):
Mondays – Fridays, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (roughly 37.5 hours per work week)
College Store Assistant (4 positions):
Mondays – Thursdays 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., and Fridays 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. (roughly 36 hours per work week)

Telework

No

Application Procedure

Interested Individuals must apply online. Please provide a cover letter, electronic resume, and any other documents as needed.
All upload documents need to be under Resume/CV section. Attach names and contact information of at least four (4) references, two (2) managers and (2) two professionals, who can directly address your qualifications for this position. Please detail your experience in the areas of responsibility and describe how you meet the minimum qualifications on your application. Applications submitted by any other method cannot be considered.

About

Minneapolis College offers extraordinary educational opportunity to 10,000 students annually with 100 plus degree options. The College has strong ties to corporate and industry partners that support student scholarships, provide state-of-the-art training and equipment, and offer internship and employment opportunities to the College's graduates. Minneapolis College is a member of the Minnesota State colleges and universities system. The safety of all members of the Minneapolis College campus community is of vital concern. Resources including the current Annual Compliance and Security Report are available at the Minneapolis College Public Safety.
We are an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and encourages application from underrepresented groups. Recognized as a Beyond the Yellow Ribbon employer offering support for veteran and military students. A member of the Minnesota State colleges and universities system.