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Substitute Bookstore Clerk
Job Description
Substitute Bookstore Clerk
Priority Application Deadline: June 1, 2023. Position will remain open until filled.
DEFINITION
Under general supervision provides direct customer service including cashiering, stocking, and merchandising for the college bookstore; performs general clerical and basic bookkeeping duties such as counting and reconciling daily cash receipts; performs other duties as assigned.
REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES
The following duties are typical of those performed by employees in the classification, however, employees may perform other related duties not listed and not all duties listed are necessarily performed by each employee.
Greets and provides direct bookstore service to a diverse student customer population.
Provide a high level of customer service by answering questions via the telephone , electronically and in the bookstore.
Manage a cash register drawer and cash transactions during assigned shift.
Provide assistance with the daily bookstore operations.
Organizes, processes textbooks and course materials.
Receives and processes shipments and deliveries.
Maintains current inventory and assists with year-end inventory.
Perform bookstore software programs.
Perform related duties as assigned.
EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS
Minimum Qualifications
Education and Experience
High school diploma or equivalent and one (1) year of experience in wholesale/retail business including cashiering, stocking inventory and merchandising using a computerized cashier equipment in a wholesale or retail business. Possess the sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic background of community college students.
Desirable Qualifications
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with varied work hours to meet the needs of the operation.
Clerical accounting experience.
Banner and Bookstore related software experience.
Personal
Ability and desire to work effectively with students, faculty, staff and the public.
Show initiative, poise, good judgment and tact.
Customer service oriented.
Be a team player in a busy educational environment with an emphasis on student success and public service.
Flexible and willing to assume other assignments as the need arises.
Possess the sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic background of community college students.
Knowledge of
Effective methods of working with the public.
Effective communication skills.
Basic cashier duties.
Computerized word processing, spreadsheets, data entry, internet and email programs as well as use of cash register and ten-key adding machine.
Concept of marginal mark-up and tax calculations.
Return packaging procedures.
Maintain confidentiality.
Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary.
Clerical and office skills.
Accurate recordkeeping operations and guidelines.
Stock and inventory procedures.
Cash and credit card handling procedures.
Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.
Telephone techniques and etiquette.
Ability to
Learn basic college procedures and programs for collecting and recording cash, charging materials to appropriate programs and maintaining and reporting financial records.
Ability to, continued
Communicate cordially and effectively with public, students and staff members in person and over the telephone.
Assist customers with purchases or specific inquiries.
Prepare Excel spreadsheets and maintain the point-of-sale computer system.
Revolve floor stock and maintain current stock items.
Prepare forms accurately and neatly.
Keep files current, accurate and in order.
Learn policies and procedures as they apply to the Taft College Bookstore.
Maintain neat and accurate records.
Learn college account data and point of sales software programs.
Learn and understand campus safety procedures.
Be efficient and well-organized working within a specified timeline and multitasking in a fast paced environment.
Work independently.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to work at a desk, a conference table or in meetings of various configurations.
- Ability to stand and circulate for extended periods of time.
- Ability to see for purposes of reading laws, codes, rules, policies, other printed matter, and observing students.
- Ability to hear and understand speech at normal levels.
- Ability to communicate so others will be able to clearly understand a normal conversation.
- Ability to bend and twist.
- Ability to lift and carry 40 lbs.
- Ability to reach in all directions.
Reasonable accommodations will be made for candidates and employees with physical disabilities.
PAY RANGE
Classified Salary Schedule Range 1 ~ $15.50 per hour.
HOURS & TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT
This is a substitute position and hours will be assigned as needed to meet District demand.
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS FOR APPLICATION:
- Completed Application submitted online at https://www.taftcollege.edu/human-resources/job_opportunities/
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- Three professional references
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
The West Kern Community College District is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity . The District is dedicated to a policy of nondiscrimination and, as such, is an equal opportunity employer. Veterans, women, minorities and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. This employer participates in E-Verify.
DISCLAIMER
This position may be grant and categorical funded and continued employment may be contingent on adequate availability of funds.
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