Campus Bookstore Clerk (Part-Time) — Customer Focus & Inventory

Indian Hills Community College; Ottumwa (IA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

None

Job summary

Indian Hills Community College in Ottumwa, IA offers an Auxiliary Support role in the campus bookstore. You will assist with sales, shelf merchandise, process shipments, and support textbook ordering while delivering friendly student-centered service.

This part-time position requires a high school diploma, at least one year in retail, and ability to lift up to 50 pounds; strong communication and organizational skills are essential. Schedule is 24 hours/week, Mon–Sat.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required, post-secondary training preferred.
• At least one year of experience in retail.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite (Word and Excel).
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively across service areas.

Responsibilities

• Process sales (cash, card, online) and maintain accurate POS records.
• Maintain merchandise displays and ensure stock of books, supplies, and branded materials.
• Receive, verify, and shelve shipments; process returns and assist with buyback and inventory.
• Lead all outgoing shipments, including boxes, labels, pickups, and tracking.
• Support textbook ordering for faculty and staff.
• Train and schedule work-study students or part-time help.
• Provide friendly, helpful customer service to students, employees, and vendors.
• Other duties as assigned to support bookstore operations.

Skills

Retail experience

Communication

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Physical ability

Education

High school diploma

Post-secondary training in business

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Indian Hills Community College in Ottumwa, IA offers an Auxiliary Support role in the campus bookstore. You will assist with sales, shelf merchandise, process shipments, and support textbook ordering while delivering friendly student-centered service.

This part-time position requires a high school diploma, at least one year in retail, and ability to lift up to 50 pounds; strong communication and organizational skills are essential. Schedule is 24 hours/week, Mon–Sat.