Bookstore Clerk

DTS Dallas Theological Seminary; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 18,000 - 20,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Fun environment with community feel

Employee discount on books and merch

Supportive team atmosphere

Role contributes to student support

Job summary

Dallas Theological Seminary’s bookstore team seeks a reliable Bookstore Clerk to provide friendly customer service, manage cash transactions, and maintain inventory accuracy. The role supports daily operations, order processing, and shipping activities to students nationwide.

Ideal candidates will be detail-oriented, trustworthy with money, and able to multitask in a busy campus bookstore environment, contributing to a welcoming atmosphere reflective of the seminary’s values.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to handle cash accurately and responsibly.
• Attention to detail in inventory and store operations.
• Able to multitask in a busy store environment.
• Team player with a positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Provide top-notch customer service in person, over the phone, and online.
• Operate the cash register and process transactions accurately.
• Maintain inventory integrity and assist in stock management.
• Pick, pack, and prepare orders for shipment to students nationwide.
• Keep the store clean, organized, and welcoming.
• Assist with graduation events and handing out regalia.
• Represent the store at events (graduation, conferences) throughout the year.

Skills

Attention to detail

Customer service

Cash handling

Team player

Multitasking

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

The mission of Dallas Theological Seminary as a professional, graduate-level school is to glorify God by equipping godly servant-leaders for the proclamation of His Word and the building up of the body of Christ worldwide. For more information, read more about our mission here and also read or hear about our core values.

Job Summary

As a member of our bookstore team, you’ll be at the heart of our operation — helping students get the resources they need, keeping the store running smoothly, and creating a friendly, helpful atmosphere that reflects our seminary’s values. The Bookstore Clerk will also be on the front lines of keeping our inventory managed properly, which entails an attention to detail and a high level of training. The role is also responsible to handle cash flow for our business, so the role operates with a high level of trust and integrity. Our Seminary Bookstore is more than just a place to shop — it’s a hub for students, faculty, and visitors, and we’re looking for dedicated, enthusiastic team members to help us make it an even better place to be!

Key Responsibilities

• Providing top-notch customer service with a smile — whether in person, on the phone, or online
• Running the cash register and handling transactions with care and accuracy
• Managing and caring for the integrity of our inventory management
• Assist in the process of outgoing inventory including picking orders, processing orders, and preparing orders to ship
• This role calls for a high-level problem solving and attention to detail
• Due to the fact that this role will be responsible for money transactions, we are looking for a candidate with high integrity and maturity
• Packing and shipping book orders to students around the country
• Keeping the store clean, tidy, and organized
• Work with the Bookstore team during graduation to hand out regalia to graduates – and help graduates with regalia at the ceremony
• Represent the store at certain events throughout the year such as graduation, faculty publication events, and conferences
• Helping with our yearly inventory

Required Qualifications

• A positive, can-do attitude and a love for helping people
• Strong attention to detail and a good work ethic
• Ability and integrity to handle money and inventory with care
• Comfort with basic technology (cash register, computer software, inventory systems)
• The ability to multitask and stay organized in a busy environment
• A team player who’s not afraid to jump in wherever needed
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Outstanding interpersonal and customer service skills
• Exceptional self-motivation with a high level of personal responsibility
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Excels at working as part of a team and possesses a positive attitude

Benefits

• Fun environment with a sense of community
• Employee discount on books and merchandise
• Supportive team that values your contributions
• A chance to serve in a place where your work matters

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Able to climb up and down ladders

Wage Range: $13.02 - $14.37 Hourly

Dallas Theological Seminary was founded out of a desire to preserve the centrality of the Bible and its authority as the theological foundation for pastors and teachers to serve the Lord’s church. Throughout the decades, DTS has pursued the goals of our founders by preparing God’s servants for ministry that now encompasses the earth. The mission of Dallas Theological Seminary as a professional, graduate-level school is to glorify God by equipping godly servant-leaders for the proclamation of His Word and the building up of the body of Christ worldwide. Are you ready for the journey? Join 2,600 students and a global network of 16,000 alumni serving around the world. Your calling is our mission.