Campus Retail Associate (Temporary)

Barnes & Noble College; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Scheduling

Sick time accrual

Employee discount

Management Development Program opportunities

Daily Pay access

401k eligibility after 1000 hours

Job summary

A college retail environment in Tucson is seeking a temporary Campus Retail Associate. This role involves providing exceptional customer service to students, faculty, and alumni while supporting store operations. Applicants should be a minimum of 16 years old, exhibit a positive attitude, and be willing to learn. The position offers flexible scheduling and valuable experience in a fast-paced setting, with duties including transaction processing, stock organization, and maintaining store cleanliness.

Qualifications

• Candidates must be at least 16 years of age.
• Engaging customers to enhance their experience is crucial.
• Willingness to learn and excel in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with sales transactions and provide customer support.
• Maintain a friendly atmosphere and ensure a positive experience.
• Operate equipment and cash register efficiently.
• Keep the store organized and clean.
• Available for shifts over a 90-day temporary period.

Skills

Customer service

Basic math skills

Data entry skills

Team collaboration

Job description

Campus Retail Associate (Temporary)

Join the campus retail team at Barnes & Noble College as a temporary associate. Serve students, faculty, and alumni with high‑quality customer service and support store operations.

Introduction

Our campus stores serve as a vibrant hub of college life and learning. We believe in creating retail and learning experiences that engage students, support faculty, and build alumni loyalty. Together, our teams work to elevate lives through education.

Overview

As a Campus Retail Associate you will provide superior customer service to customers and support store leaders in all facets of retail operations to ensure the store operates at optimal performance.

Perks

• Flexible Scheduling
• Sick time accrual from date of hire
• Generous employee discount – including course materials & textbooks
• Management Development Program opportunities
• The opportunity to add valuable, transferrable experience and skills to your resume

Responsibilities

• Assist with processing sales transactions involving cash, credit, or financial aid payments.
• Provide a friendly atmosphere by greeting customers and focusing on their positive experience throughout their visit.
• Take initiative to support store operations including operating equipment and cash register while ensuring speed of service and accurate transactions.
• Keep the store looking fresh by shelving, arranging, cleaning, and organizing products or space within the store.
• Temporary positions require availability to work on a weekly basis for a period of 90 days or less with occasional weekends, and flexibility in scheduling for opening, midday, or closing shifts.
• Routine housekeeping including dusting, mopping, window cleaning, vacuuming, trash removal.

Physical Demands

• Frequent movement within the store to access various departments, areas, and/or products.
• Ability to remain in a stationary position for extended periods.
• Frequent lifting.
• Occasional reaching, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and climbing ladders.

Benefits available include

• Get paid sooner! Daily Pay earned wage access is available to all store employees.
• Employee Discount.
• Paid sick time (accrued based on time worked).
• Eligibility to participate in a 401k (after the completion of 1000 hours worked in a 12 month period).
• Commuter Benefits.

COVID-19 Considerations

Our stores comply with all applicable federal, state, and local requirements and/or recommendations regarding social distancing and sanitizing. In accordance with individual campus requirements, positions may require confirmation of vaccination. The use of face masks throughout the day and while on campus may also be expected or required.

Qualifications

• Candidates must be a minimum of 16 years of age to be considered for employment.
• Confident and comfortable engaging customers to deliver an elevated experience.
• An outstanding attitude with the willingness to learn and the capability to excel in a fast-paced, team environment.
• Basic math, keyboarding, and data entry skills.
• Flexible availability throughout the academic year including peak periods.

EEO Statement

Barnes & Noble College is an Equal Employment Opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to diversity in the workplace. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.