Part Time Retail Associate

Inside Higher Ed; Albany (GA); On-site; USD 19,320 - 27,517; Part time

Job summary

A public university is seeking a Part-Time Retail Associate to provide customer service and operational support for their spirit store. This role involves assisting with sales transactions, merchandising, and maintaining inventory. Candidates should have retail experience and good customer service skills. The job offers a pay of $17 per hour for 19 hours or less per week.

Qualifications

• 1 year of retail or customer service experience.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and peak sales periods.

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent customer service on the sales floor.
• Process purchases, returns, and exchanges at the register.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the sales floor.

Skills

Customer service skills

Basic math skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate's degree

Job description

About Us

Albany State University is a fully accredited senior unit of the University System of Georgia. Employees receive benefits including medical and major medical insurance, group life insurance, participation in the Georgia Teachers' Retirement System, Optional Retirement Plan (Faculty and exempt employees only), Social Security, and Tuition Assistance Program after six months of employment.

Job Title: Part Time Retail Associate

Location: Albany State Rec. Location

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Full/Part Time: Part-Time

Job ID: 292019

Job Summary

The Part-time Retail Associate provides customer service and operational support for the University Spirit Store. This position assists with sales transactions, merchandising, and inventory tasks and supports the store manager in day‑to‑day operations.

Responsibilities

• Greet and assist customers, providing excellent customer service on the sales floor.
• Operate the register, process purchases, returns, and exchanges.
• Assist with receiving shipments, restocking, and maintaining merchandise displays.
• Support online order processing and in‑store pickups.
• Serve as a resource for student workers, helping with training and guidance.
• Provide store coverage in the absence of the Manager, including opening/closing, deposits, and cash‑handling procedures.
• Assist with special events, pop‑up shops, and game‑day sales.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the sales floor and stockroom.
• Monitor inventory levels and notify management when stock is low or needs replenishing.
• Follow all safety and security procedures to maintain a safe and secure store environment.
• Work cooperatively with other staff members to ensure smooth operations and high customer satisfaction.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 1 year of retail or customer service experience.
• Basic math skills and the ability to operate a POS system.
• Must be flexible and willing to work evenings, weekends, and peak sales periods (e.g., back‑to‑school, pop‑up events such as Homecoming, Open House, New Student Orientations).

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate’s degree.
• 2 years of retail customer service experience.

Proposed Salary

The pay will be $17 per hour for 19 hours or less per week.

Required Documents to Attach

• Cover letter.
• Resume.
• A list of at least three professional references with their contact information.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a positive, customer‑focused attitude.
• Able to work independently when necessary.
• Effective written and verbal communication.
• Strong organizational skills.

Contact Information

For more information or questions about a job posting, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (229) 500‑2026, or by email at [e-mail]. For technical support, please call the USG Service Desk at (877) 251‑2644, or by email at [e-mail].

Equal Employment Opportunity

Albany State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for living, working, and studying. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and University policy, the University prohibits harassment of or discrimination against any person because of race, color, sex (including sexual harassment, pregnancy, and medical conditions related to pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity or national origin, religion, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran or military status by any member of the ASU Community on campus, in connection with a University program or activity, or in a manner that creates a hostile environment for members of the ASU community.

Conditions of Employment

• All selected candidates are required to successfully pass a Background Check review prior to starting with Albany State University.
• Certain positions may also require the selected candidate to submit to or have:
  • a credit check completed for "Positions of Trust" and/or approved departmental purchase card usage
  • a motor vehicle report for positions that require driving an Albany State University vehicle
  • a successful pre‑employment drug test

Work Environment & Expectations

Active, hands‑on role requiring standing, walking, and moderate to heavy lifting of merchandise. Fast‑paced retail environment with frequent customer interaction.