Bookstore Clerk

TITLE: Bookstore Clerk

Department/Division: Bookstore

CLASSIFICATION: Classified, Full-Time

SALARY RANGE: $28,000 - $30,000

POSITION SUMMARY

The SSC Bookstore Clerk will be a huge part of a small team serving a diverse population of students, staff, and visitors. While the principal duty will be assisting customers on the sales floor, this individual will also have clerical duties, as well as working collectively with Bookstore staff in the performance of various tasks. This position will be expected to work independently at times, such as when alone in the bookstore. May be asked to supervise student workers on occasion.

SEMINOLE STATE COLLEGE MISSION AND VALUES

· All employees will represent Seminole State College in the most positive manner with prospective, former and current students, clients, suppliers and the community we serve. Interacts effectively with a diverse group of faculty, staff, students and other customers of our services, learns and uses operating practice of Seminole State College.

· All employees will uphold the Mission Statement: Seminole State College empowers people for academic success, personal development, and lifelong learning.

· All employees will perform job duties utilizing SSC’s core values: Compassion, Opportunity, Respect, and Excellence.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

· Operates a Point-of-Sale system

· Assists customers on the sales floor

· Properly accounts for transactions at the end of each working day

· Handles confidential information with tact and discretion.

· Uses multiple varied computer applications

· Assists with textbooks rush, buyback, and SSC-sponsored events to include some evenings and weekends

· Merchandise processing and stocking

· Fills orders from various campus departments

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

· Lifts heavy books on a regular basis

· Opens and closes the Bookstore in the absence of the Director

· Performs other functions as necessary or as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

A. Knowledge:High School Diploma or equivalent and one year experience providing customer service in a retail environment are required. Experience in a college environment and/or textbooks preferred.

B. Skills: A general proficiency with desktop computers is essential; specifically, the ability to create, manipulate, and utilize spreadsheets and word processing documents. Should be able to run a cash register and make change. Excellent customer service.

C. Abilities:Must be able to: move boxes weighing up to 40 pounds from the floor to a height of 4 feet; manipulate small objects such as coins; communicate effectively with customers; understand spoken and written instructions.

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Salary is commensurate with education and experience. Benefits provided by the college include Oklahoma Teachers’ Retirement, long-term disability, group health and dental insurance, and life insurance equivalent to two times the annual contract salary. A tax-sheltered annuity wherein the college contributes 3.5% of any employee’s annual salary is available after one year of employment. Employment is subject to successful completion of a background check. The filling of this position is contingent on the budget. For best consideration, applications should be received by 5:00 PM Friday, October 20, 2023.

To apply, cover letter, resume with names and telephone numbers of three professional references, and all academic transcripts should be sent to:

E-Mail: hr@sscok.edu

and/or

Mail: Seminole State College

ATTN: Human Resources

P.O. Box 351

Seminole, OK 74818

SSC is an AA/EEO employer committed to multicultural diversity.

SSC participates in E-verify.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $28,000.00 - $30,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Shift:

• 8 hour shift

Weekly day range:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Salary : $28,000 - $30,000