Storekeeper

Montana State University North; Owen Sound; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Storekeeper to ensure the smooth functioning of their bookstore. This role involves stocking, cashiering, and providing excellent customer service. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma and experience in retail or a bookstore setting. You will work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends, and be responsible for processing web orders. This position offers a unique opportunity to engage with students and faculty while contributing to a vibrant campus environment. Join a team where your contributions make a real difference!

Benefits

Flexible Schedule

Employee Discounts

Health Benefits

Paid Time Off

Qualifications

• Must be able to lift items up to 50 lbs; standing for long periods.
• Experience in a bookstore or retail is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist customers in purchasing books and merchandise.
• Maintain inventory and assist with ordering books and supplies.

Skills

Customer Service

Cash Handling

Inventory Management

Organization Skills

Microsoft Office

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Computerized POS Cash Register

Winprism Database

Job description

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Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Applicants must upload the following with their application:

1. A cover letter which addresses how you meet the required and preferred qualifications, your
professional and academic career goals, and your interest in the position.

3. A list of three professional references.

In your application and required documents, DO NOT include personal protected information such as date of birth, citizenship status or immigration information, social security number, or any other protected information.

Please type YES in the Background Check field in the online application to show you understand this additional requirement.

Please submit your completed and signed Authorization Form for Background Check to Human Resources. Access the form at the following link,
https://www.msun.edu/hr/forms/Authorization_for_Background_Investigation-MSU-Northern.pdf

Human Resources :
MSU-Northern
P.O. Box 7751
Havre, MT 59501-7751
Office: 406-265-3568 or 406-265-3789
HR Dept. Fax [phone]

Position Information

NBAPOSN Title

Working Title

Brief Position Overview

The Montana State University-Northern ( MSUN ) Bookstore is currently accepting applications for a Storekeeper.
This position is responsible for a variety of tasks to support the overall smooth functioning of the bookstore. Duties include stocking, inventory, cashiering, and customer service. Also responsible for processing of web orders. Must be willing to work a flexible schedule including some evenings and weekends. Fill in when needed for vacations, etc.

Position Number

Position Number 7N0120

Department

Department Bookstore

Division

Division Office of Student Life

Appointment Type

Appointment Type Classified

Contract Term

Contract Term Fiscal Year

Semester

If other, specify From date

If other, specify End date

FLSA

FLSA Non-Exempt

Union Affiliation

Union Affiliation AFSCME

FTE

FTE 0.5 (Average up to 25 hours per week)

Benefits Eligible

Benefits Eligible Yes

Compensation

Compensation Hourly

Salary $16.85 per hour

Contract Type

Contract Type MUS

If other, please specify

Recruitment Type

Recruitment Type Open

General Statement

This position is responsible for a variety of tasks to support the overall smooth functioning of the bookstore. Duties include stocking, inventory, cashiering, and customer service. Also responsible for processing of web orders. Must be willing to work a flexible schedule including some evenings and weekends. Fill in when needed for vacations, etc.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist customers in purchasing books and merchandise by a variety of methods such as cash, check, credit cards, and or account sales. Use of computerized POS cash register required. In the absence of the manager, process, balance the daily receipts and deposit at the Business Office. Maintain needed denominations of cash and change as needed.
• Assist customers in locating books and merchandise. Familiarity with bookstore layout necessary. Process special orders, making coffee, and deliveries. Answer telephones and emails. Respond to customer needs and questions in an appropriate manner.
• Simple cleaning duties such as, vacuuming, dusting, emptying trash bins, keep store and office area tidy, etc. on a daily basis as needed.
• Arrange main shopping area on a weekly basis to attractively display clothing items. Ensure store is fully stocked at all times. Communicate any shortage of merchandise immediately to supervisor.
• Process web and phone orders daily. Handle any discrepencies or problems as needed.
• Check in, secure, scan books/supplies for correct price and place books/supplies on the shelves. Store excess supplies in back room area.
• Assist in ordering books, apparel and supplies.

List any secondary duties assigned to this position:

• Maintain inventory of bookstore and report discrepancies to Bookstore Manager as needed. Assist with inventory of all inventory items annually.
• Process returns according to vendor policy.
• Train and assist student staff.

Required Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Knowledge and use of Microsoft Office programs
• Team Player
• Good organization and priority skills
• Must be able to lift items up to 50 lbs; standing for long periods

Preferred Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills

• Experience in a bookstore or in retail
• Experience working on a college campus
• Knowledge of Winprism Database
  
  

The Successful Candidate Will

The successful candidate will

• Knowledge of all store products
• Excellent communication skills to promote sales
  
  

Special Requirements

Physical Demands

The ability to perform the following with or without reasonable accommodations:

Lift up to 50 pounds,
Climb stairs and ladders,
Be on feet majority of the day,

Handle multiple priorities at a time.

This position has supervisory duties?

This position has supervisory duties? Yes

Announcement Number

Announcement Number STAFF - VA - 2500017P

Number of Vacancies

Number of Vacancies 1

Desired Start Date

Desired Start Date Immediate

Position End Date (if temporary)

Open Date

Close Date

Until an adequate pool is established

Until an adequate pool is established No

Special Instructions Summary

Applicants must upload the following with their application:

1. A cover letter which addresses how you meet the required and preferred qualifications, your
professional and academic career goals, and your interest in the position.

3. A list of three professional references.

In your application and required documents, DO NOT include personal protected information such as date of birth, citizenship status or immigration information, social security number, or any other protected information.

Please type YES in the Background Check field in the online application to show you understand this additional requirement.

Please submit your completed and signed Authorization Form for Background Check to Human Resources. Access the form at the following link,
https://www.msun.edu/hr/forms/Authorization_for_Background_Investigation- MSU -Northern.pdf

Human Resources :
MSU -Northern
P.O. Box 7751
Havre, MT 59501-7751
Office: 406-265-3568 or 406-265-3789
HR Dept. Fax [phone]

Montana State University-Northern ( MSUN ) is an equal opportunity employer. MSUN does not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, political ideas, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, national origin, physical or mental disability, or any other protected class status in violation of any applicable law.

In compliance with the Montana Veteran’s Employment Preference Act, MSUN provides preference in employment to veterans, disabled veterans, and certain eligible relatives of veterans. To claim veteran’s preference, please complete the veteran’s preference information located in the Demographics section of your profile.

Director of Human Resources /Title IX
Montana State University-Northern
300 11th Street West
Havre, MT 59501
E-mail: [e-mail]
Location: 208 Cowan Hall
Tel: [phone]

Required Documents

Resume

Cover Letter

List of References

Optional Documents

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