Part-Time Architectural Bookseller | San Francisco

Eames-Institute; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

William Stout Architectural Books in San Francisco is seeking a Part-Time Bookseller to provide warm customer service, promote sales, and share knowledge of architecture and design. You will greet visitors, assist with transactions, wrap gifts, and help keep displays tidy while supporting events and social engagement.

Ideal candidates have 1–2 years in retail, a passion for architecture, and comfort using Shopify, POS systems, and Google Suite.

Qualifications

• Education in architecture or design history or equivalent experience is a plus.
• 1-2 years of retail experience.
• Ability to share enthusiasm for merchandise and store.
• Interpersonal communication skills and constructive problem resolution.
• Willingness to work independently and with others, dependable.
• Experience with Shopify, Google Suite, and POS systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Greet and assist visitors in a friendly and courteous manner.
• Advise customers to make sales and provide information on merchandise and events.
• Process sales transactions and returns accurately and efficiently.
• Provide wrapping service and assist with social media engagement.
• Keep displays tidy and stock organized; assist with opening/closing procedures.

Skills

Selling skills

Interpersonal communication

Punctuality

Dependability

Education

Architecture/design history education

Tools

POS system

Shopify

Google Suite

Spreadsheets

Word processors

Job description

William Stout Architectural Books in San Francisco is seeking a Part-Time Bookseller to provide warm customer service, promote sales, and share knowledge of architecture and design. You will greet visitors, assist with transactions, wrap gifts, and help keep displays tidy while supporting events and social engagement.

Ideal candidates have 1–2 years in retail, a passion for architecture, and comfort using Shopify, POS systems, and Google Suite.