Storekeeper

This position is responsible for a variety of tasks to support the overall smooth functioning of the bookstore. Duties include stocking, inventory, cashiering, and customer service. Also responsible for processing of web orders. Must be willing to work a flexible schedule including some evenings and weekends. Fill in when needed for vacations, etc.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist customers in purchasing books and merchandise by a variety of methods such as cash, check, credit cards, and or account sales. Use of computerized POS cash register required. In the absence of the manager, process, balance the daily receipts and deposit at the Business Office. Maintain needed denominations of cash and change as needed.

• Assist customers in locating books and merchandise. Familiarity with bookstore layout necessary. Process special orders, making coffee, and deliveries. Answer telephones and emails. Respond to customer needs and questions in an appropriate manner.

• Simple cleaning duties such as, vacuuming, dusting, emptying trash bins, keep store and office area tidy, etc. on a daily basis as needed.

• Arrange main shopping area on a weekly basis to attractively display clothing items. Ensure store is fully stocked at all times. Communicate any shortage of merchandise immediately to supervisor.

• Process web and phone orders daily. Handle any discrepancies or problems as needed.

• Check in, secure, scan books/supplies for correct price and place books/supplies on the shelves. Store excess supplies in back room area.

• Assist in ordering books, apparel and supplies.

List any secondary duties assigned to this position:

• Maintain inventory of bookstore and report discrepancies to Bookstore Manager as needed. Assist with inventory of all inventory items annually.

• Process returns according to vendor policy.

• Train and assist student staff.

Required Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills

• High school diploma or equivalent

• Knowledge and use of Microsoft Office programs

• Team Player

• Excellent customer service skills

• Good organization and priority skills

• Effective communication skills

• Must be able to lift items up to 50 lbs.; standing for long periods

Preferred Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills

• Experience in a bookstore or in retail
• Experience working on a college campus
• Knowledge of Winprism Database

The Successful Candidate Will

The successful candidate will

• Knowledge of all store products
• Excellent communication skills to promote sales

Special Requirements Physical Demands

The ability to perform the following with or without reasonable accommodations:

Lift up to 50 pounds,

Climb stairs and ladders,

Be on feet majority of the day,

Handle multiple priorities at a time.

This position has supervisory duties? No

Posting Detail Information

Announcement Number

STAFF - VA - 2700005P

Number of Vacancies

1

Desired Start Date

Immediate

Position End Date (if temporary)

Open Date

Close Date

Until an adequate pool is established

No

Special Instructions Summary

In your application and required documents, DO NOT include personal protected information such as date of birth, citizenship status or immigration information, social security number, or any other protected information.

Applicants must upload the following with their application:

1. A cover letter which addresses how you meet the required and preferred qualifications,your career goals, and your interest in the position.

2. A resume.

3. A list of three professional references.

Complete and sign the Authorization Form for Background Check

Access the form here: https://www.msun.edu/hr/forms/Authorization\_for\_Background\_Investigation-****MSU****-Northern.pdf

In the online application in the Background Check field, type YES to show you understand this additional requirement.

Submit your completed and signed form to:

Human Resources

Montana State University-Northern

P.O. Box 7751

Havre, MT 59501-7751

406-265-3568 or 406-265-3789

HR Dept. Fax 406-265-3530

Quick Link for Internal Postings

https://jobs.msun.edu/postings/2699

EEOC Statement

Montana State University-Northern (MSUN) is an equal opportunity employer. MSUN does not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, political ideas, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, national origin, physical or mental disability, or any other protected class status in violation of any applicable law.

In compliance with the Montana Veteran’s Employment Preference Act, MSUN provides preference in employment to veterans, disabled veterans, and certain eligible relatives of veterans. To claim veteran’s preference, please complete the veteran’s preference information located in the Demographics section of your profile.

Director of Human Resources /Title IX

Montana State University-Northern

300 11th Street West

Havre, MT 59501

E-mail: [email protected]

Location: 208 Cowan Hall

Tel: (406) 265.3568