Job Title: Bookstore Assistant/Cashier

Classification: Non-exempt

Reports To: Bookstore Manager

Job Summary/Objective: The incumbent is responsible for providing customer service to patrons of the bookstore and support to the bookstore manager.

Position Type/Expected Work Hours: Part time; weekend availability required.

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Essential Responsibilities:

• Greet and assist customers with excellent customer service
• Process sales transactions efficiently and accurately
• Ensure merchandise displays are aesthetically pleasing and organized
• Assist customers via phone, in person, and online inquiries
• Reconcile cash drawer and transactions at the end of shifts
• Assist with various projects and bookstore needs as designated

Required Qualifications:

• 1 or more years of retail, bookstore, or equivalent customer service experience
• Ability to work effectively with a diverse range of constituents and personalities
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and time management skills
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both oral and written
• High school diploma or equivalent

Preferred Qualifications:

• None

Work Environment: Retail environment

Physical Demands: Extended periods of standing/sitting/walking and working at a computer will be required. Ability to lift up to 20+ pounds regularly is required.

Travel: None

Deadline for Submission: Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Other Duties: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

How to Apply: If applying for a faculty or staff position, please ensure you have attached a cover letter and résumé to your online application, and that you have fully completed the online applicant profile information.

Sweet Briar College is a womens liberal arts institution, located in Central Virginia approximately 12 miles north of Lynchburg and 60 miles south of Charlottesville. Founded in 1901, the Colleges curriculum encompasses a comprehensive baccalaureate program in the arts, sciences and humanities, as well as graduate programs in education. It is one of two womens colleges in the United States offering an ABET-accredited engineering degree. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Sweet Briar College is committed to enhancing our community and encourages applications from qualified individuals with varied backgrounds, experiences and ideas who would increase the diversity of the College.