Bookseller: Help Customers Discover Great Reads

Books A Million; Biloxi (MS); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health & Wellness benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Employee discounts

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Books-A-Million in Biloxi, MS is seeking a friendly Bookseller to engage customers on the sales floor and at the register. You will help customers find books, create attractive displays, and ensure a clean, welcoming store environment.

You’ll be part of a fast-paced team, delivering great service from greeting to checkout while embracing a passion for reading and helping customers discover new titles.

Qualifications

• 16 years of age or older
• Successful completion of all required background screenings
• A genuine love of books, reading, and discovering something new — with curiosity to learn about products, authors, and what customers are excited about.
• Strong communication and connection skills — creating warm, genuine interactions with customers and teammates through thoughtful listening and clear communication.
• An ownership mindset — taking initiative, staying organized, and confidently balancing multiple priorities to keep the store running smoothly.
• Previous retail or customer service experience — bringing an understanding of what it takes to create a welcoming store, serve customers well, and take ownership of the details that make a great retail experience.
• Comfort with technology and transactions — using computers and cash registers accurately while staying curious and willing to learn new systems and processes.

Responsibilities

• Welcome every customer with genuine warmth and enthusiasm. Listen, connect, and help them discover exactly what they’re looking for—from a favorite author to an unexpected treasure.
• Drive sales across all of our products by helping customers discover what’s right for them. Highlight customer benefits and programs that add value to their experience.
• Create inviting displays and follow merchandising guidelines to keep tables and shelves fresh and inspiring.
• Keep the sales floor clean and organized, return items to their place, and support store upkeep.
• Handle transactions with care, follow loss prevention standards, and protect customers, teammates, and the company.
• Be willing to jump in across departments, support inventory, and assist with various store tasks.

Skills

Customer service

Retail experience

Communication

Multi-tasking

Tech-savvy

Tools

Cash registers

POS system

Job description

Books-A-Million in Biloxi, MS is seeking a friendly Bookseller to engage customers on the sales floor and at the register. You will help customers find books, create attractive displays, and ensure a clean, welcoming store environment.

You’ll be part of a fast-paced team, delivering great service from greeting to checkout while embracing a passion for reading and helping customers discover new titles.