Part-time Checkstand Operator - Seasonal Bookstore

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

The work hours will vary from zero to 40 hours in a week, depending on quarterly fluctuations, from Monday through Friday between the hours of 7 am to 6:30 pm. These positions will work no more than a maximum of 1,050 hours per year, not to exceed 69 hours per month.

These positions support the Bookstore department and will be working in some or all of 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.

• 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 in‑store pickup
• Other duties as assigned

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.

• 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 50 lbs.
• 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.

Salary Range: $18.36‒$24.14 per hour | Step A‑M (commensurate with qualifications and experience)

Successful candidates typically start at the beginning of the salary range and receive scheduled salary increment increases.

Open until filled.

• Clark College online application
• Current resume, with a minimum of three (3) references listed.
• Responses to the supplemental questions included in the online application process.