Bookstore Assistant (Part-Time)

North Dakota University System • Bismarck, ND

37d • $16 • Onsite

About The Position

Bismarck State College is dedicated to student success. This on-campus position is student-centered to provide high-quality campus services and hands-on learning experiences. Are you passionate about retail and customer service? Do you thrive in a vibrant, fast-paced environment? If so, we want you to join our bookstore family! We're looking for dedicated Bookstore Assistants to support our Bookstore Manager and help make our store a welcoming hub for students and faculty alike.

Requirements

• Two years of retail experience.
• Excellent interpersonal skills demonstrated positive customer service skills, and ability to relate to people of varying ages and backgrounds.
• Good computer software skills - Microsoft Office Suite, email, and electronic calendar (i.e. Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.).
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to handle multiple projects.
• Ability to work independently and handle interruptions.
• Ability to lift to 50 pounds (essential function).

Nice To Haves

• Retail or customer service experience.
• Experience in a college environment.

Responsibilities

• Greet customers warmly as they enter the bookstore, providing exceptional service and answering questions over the phone.
• Build positive relationships with students, faculty, staff, and customers, creating an inviting atmosphere.
• Handle cash securely and operate our point-of-sale system with accuracy.
• Assist with online textbook and merchandise orders, including shipping and maintaining necessary supplies.
• Support the clothing and merchandise areas by managing inventory and creating attractive displays.
• Help maintain textbook inventory, manage faculty adoptions, and assist with rental and instant access programs.
• Assist with incoming merchandise and textbook shipments, processing returns, and handling accounts payable.
• Contribute your ideas for enhancing processes and functions within the department and across the college.
• Be prepared to tackle various tasks as needed to support the bookstore team.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees