Federal Work Study - Bookstore Associate

Southwestern-Oregon-Community-College; Coos Bay (OR); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Southwestern Oregon Community College is seeking a Student Worker to assist in campus bookstore operations in Coos Bay. You will handle customer service, cashier duties, and inventory tasks while helping with promotions and buyback activities.

The position requires being a current degree-seeking student enrolled in at least 6 credits, maintaining SAP with a minimum 2.0 GPA, and FWS eligibility. Strong math, computer, and time-management skills are valued.

Qualifications

• Must be a current degree-seeking student enrolled in at least 6 credits.
• Must maintain Satisfactory Academic Progress and a minimum GPA of 2.0.
• Must be eligible for Federal Work-Study (FWS) based on FAFSA.
• Friendly, outgoing and able to help provide an inviting atmosphere.
• Basic math, computer, and time management skills.
• Retail and marketing experience preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Provide and maintain a high level of customer service assisting faculty, staff, and students.
• Act as cashier ensuring customer ID, personal, and credit card information is protected.
• Maintain inventory levels and communicate with manager when supplies need to be reordered.
• Keep shelves well stocked and assist with marketing merchandise such as window and in-store displays.
• Assist in planning and organizing in store promotions.
• Assist with end of term buyback.
• Assist with inventory data entry, shipping and receiving to maintain an accurate inventory.
• Keep store in a clean and orderly manner and assist with daily operations.

Skills

Customer service

Cashier

Inventory management

Stocking shelves

Visual merchandising

Promotions planning

Data entry

Shipping and receiving

Cleaning/organization

Basic math

Computer skills

Time management

Retail experience

Education

Currently enrolled as degree-seeking student (≥6 cr)

Eligible for Federal Work-Study (FWS)

Job description

Provide books, school supplies, spirit gear, sundries, and snacks for the campus.

***This position is only open to Student Workers*** *3 to 20 hours per week*

1. Provide and maintain a high level of customer service assisting faculty, staff, and students.

2. Act as cashier ensuring customer ID, personal, and credit card information is protected.

3. Maintain inventory levels and communicate with manager when supplies need to be reordered.

4. Keep shelves well stocked and assist with marketing merchandise such as window and in-store displays.

5. Assist in planning and organizing in store promotions.

6. Assist with end of term buyback.

7. Assist with inventory data entry, shipping and receiving to maintain an accurate inventory.

8. Keep store in a clean and orderly manner and assist with daily operations.

Must be current degree-seeking student enrolled in at least 6 credits. Must maintain Satisfactory Academic Progress and maintain a minimum GPA of 2.0. Must be eligible to receive FWS based on financial need and eligibility requirements determined by FAFSA.

Seeking candidates with the following qualities:

• Friendly, outgoing, and able to help provide an inviting atmosphere
• Basic math, computer, and time management skills
• Retail and marketing experience preferred but not required

Non-Discrimination

Employees and potential employees of the Southwestern Oregon Community College District are hereby notified that Southwestern Oregon Community College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, national origin, age, disability, or protected veteran's status in employment, education, or activities as set forth in compliance with federal and state statutes and regulations. Any persons having inquiries equal opportunity or nondiscrimination may contact:

Rachele Lyon, Vice President of Administrative Services

Southwestern Oregon Community College

1988 Newmark Ave.

Coos Bay, OR 97420

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