Part-time Checkstand Operator - Seasonal Bookstore

Salary: $18.36 - $24.14 Hourly
Location : Clark College Main Campus, Vancouver, WA
Job Type: Non-Perm Temporary
Job Number: 26-00051
Unit: Administrative Services
Department: Bookstore
Opening Date: 06/17/2026
Closing Date: Continuous

Description
Clark College is currently accepting applications for several part-time, seasonal non-permanent hourly Checkstand Operator positions in the Bookstore. These are non-permanent temporary positions not to exceed 18 months.

The work hours will vary from zero hours to 40 hours in a week depending on the quarterly fluctuations, Monday through Friday between the hours of 7am to 6:30pm. These positions will work no more than a maximum of 1050 hours per year not to exceed 69 hours a month. These positions supports the Bookstore department and will be working in some or all the following areas: cashier, order packaging, order pick up, general merchandising, and textbook stocking.

Example, we may schedule you to work the first two weeks of the term several days, but have no hours for you for several weeks following.

These positions are not eligible for benefits.

At Clark, we value equity, diversity, and inclusion. We are committed to growing, learning, and supporting our employees.

Position Responsibilities

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Greet, welcome, and assist all store guests
• Provide exemplary customer service to a diverse population:
  In person, over phone, via email
• Maintain cleanliness standards of department area and the store
• Assist supervisors with data entry, purchasing, record keeping, inventory, receiving, and other clerical support, as directed
• Assist staff with department projects and activities
• Be knowledgeable and informed regarding products and services offered by each department and the store
• Prepare and price merchandise for sale
• Clean, stock, and rotate merchandise and displays
• Set-up and move merchandise displays and fixtures
• Set textbook shelves & pull books from shelves for vendor returns (requires heavy lifting)
• Help with store/textbook inventory practices and Book Buyback
• Assist with student inquiries about books/course materials
• Create and renew student IDs and bus passes
• Package and distribute online orders for instore pickup
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

POSITION REQUIREMENTS AND COMPETENCIES:
Candidates will be evaluated based on application materials, including the supplemental questions and personal interview(s), and will be required to demonstrate competencies in the following areas:

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• 18 years of age or older, with parental and school authorization if applicable.
• Proficiency and a working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications:
  Word and Outlook.
• Proficiency and a working knowledge of internet navigation with varied search engines.
• Reliable transportation to and from work.
• Experience providing customer service.

JOB READINESS/WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Ability to lift books and heavy items.
• Flexibility and willingness to work a variety of hours to meet business needs.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines, while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability and willingness to bend/stoop/stand/sit for the length of the shift and lift up to 50lbs.
• Ability to maintain the cleanliness and presentation standards of the business.
• Ability to learn and operate the inventory management system as it relates to duties.
• Ability to work well within a small, diverse team environment.
• Ability to work well with people of all ages from academically, culturally, and socioeconomically diverse backgrounds.

• Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted which includes a sexual misconduct background check as required under RCW 28B.112.080. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position.

Supplemental Information

SALARY/BENEFITS:
Salary Range: $18.36-$24.14/hour | Step A-M (commensurate with qualifications and experience) | Range: 34 | Code: 227E

Successful candidates typically start at the beginning of the salary range…