Work Study - Bookstore Cashier

The Bookstore is looking for awork study eligibleCashier to join their team.

This is a temporary nonbenefited student position. Under the direction of an assigned supervisor this position performs customer service duties including assisting customers on the sales floor; answering questions and phone inquiries; checking in pricing and stocking merchandise; counting inventory; operating cash register to sell books supplies sundries and other related merchandise.

This position receives and disburses money in our Bookstore establishment. Processes credit/debit card and cash payments using PointofSale system while providing excellent customer service and accurate cash handling. Daily duties to include: placement and removal of merchandise on the sales floor housekeeping duties and processing of customer orders both online and inperson.

Note: This position is limited to 19 hours per week and accrues 1 hour of noncompensable sick leave for every 40 hours worked.

Responsibilities:

• Accurately rings up customers using PointofSale (POS) system receives payment of cash credit card debit cards and gift certificates and bags customers purchases.
• Provides excellent customer service to shoppers greeting customers upon entering and leaving the store. Listens to customers complaints politely and refers them to management for appropriate resolution as needed.
• Follows Daily Assignment List issued by management which includes duties such as sorting and shelving books pricing books and merchandise identifying merchandise as new release placing new merchandise on sales floor creating window and instore displays in an attractive manner and keeping the store stocked with fresh merchandise.
• Keeps all areas of the store clean and neat. Assists in housekeeping duties including sweeping cleaning windows and other miscellaneous surfaces when necessary.
• Reports any incidents of theft or unauthorized possession of company to management immediately.
• Must be available Monday through Friday.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:
Education/Experience: High School Diploma (or GED) preferred. The candidate must be selfdisciplined able to work independently and be able to problem solve as needed. Basic English language writing skills.
Computer Skills: Basic use of computer and computer related equipment/software.
Other Requirements: Must have been awarded and accepted Federal WorkStudy for. Must be meeting Satisfactory Academic Progress for financial aid. Successfully pass a background check. Must be able to understand the basic principles of running a retail store: stocking merchandise flow quotas cash handling performing simple arithmetic tasks following procedures and college established guidelines both in written and unwritten format. This position requires you to stand for extended periods lift and carry up to 30 lbs.

Preferred Qualifications:

• One year or more of prior merchandising or marketing experience.
• Prior experience attending or familiarity with the community college setting.
• Cashier and/or retail experience.
• Bilingual

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