Colgate University Hamilton , NY 13346
Posted 2 months ago
Colgate University is a special place to work and offers many unique opportunities, including the ability to work with and among world class faculty and staff at a highly selective residential liberal arts institution. This position provides an opportunity to become familiar with the variety of regular positions that are available at the University, as well as the ability to add employment at a distinct University to your resume.
Successful candidates for this position will earn sick leave, paid time off, free parking, and a University 'Gate Card that provides access to fitness facilities, athletic and cultural events, as well as a discount on many items at the University Bookstore.
This type of appointment is not approved to work more than 999 hours per year for all positions combined. Should incumbents work more than a total of 999 hours in a year the appointment may not continue beyond one year of service.
The Colgate Bookstore is Central New York's largest independent bookstore, located in a historic three-story building in the heart of Hamilton. We are owned and operated by Colgate University and are committed to upholding the University's standard of excellence in fostering an inviting and inclusive atmosphere and providing exceptional, personalized service to all.
Seeking to hire bookstore customer service associates to work in various depts providing customer service on the sales floor or by phone, stocking merchandise, processing transactions through register, receiving, returns, pulling textbook orders and other areas as assigned.
Accountabilities
Duties vary, but may include: working at the register, helping with general books, textbooks, gift wing, general merchandise.
Requirements
Professional Experience/ Qualifications
Ability to provide excellent customer service
Ability to have a flexible schedule
Ability to work in a fast paced environment
Ability to learn Point of Sale (P.O.S.) and inventory systems
Ability to work weekends
Ability to work collegially with a diverse group of faculty, staff and students on a daily basis
Preferred Qualifications Education
Physical Requirements
Ability to stand for long periods of time - up to 6 hours
Ability to look at a screen for long periods of time - up to 6 hours
Ability climb stairs
Ability to lift up to 30 pounds
Other Information
Must be available to work weekends.
Colgate University