Campus Bookstore Work Study

This job is only available to students who qualify for Work-Study. If you are unsure whether you have been awarded Work-Study, please contact the Financial Aid office at finaid@union.edu. The Campus Bookstore student worker plays a vital role in creating a welcoming and efficient shopping experience for the Union College community. Responsibilities include assisting customers with purchases and inquiries, operating the cash register, restocking shelves, organizing merchandise, and maintaining a clean and orderly store environment. Student workers may also support online order processing, textbook organization, and event preparation. Strong communication skills, reliability, and a positive attitude are essential. Department: Campus Store Location: Reamer Campus Center Supervisor: Mark Yetman Hours/shifts available: Hours vary based on store needs and student availability. Weekend and evening shifts may be required during peak periods (e.g., start of term, events, or textbook rush). Rate of Pay: $9.70/hr Key Responsibilities: Greet and assist customers in a courteous and professional manner Operate the point-of-sale (POS) system to process sales and returns Restock merchandise and maintain organized product displays Assist with receiving, tagging, and inventory of new merchandise Support textbook processing, including shelving and organization Fulfill and package online and in-store pickup orders Maintain cleanliness and orderliness of sales floor and back stock areas Assist with special store events and seasonal sales Follow all store policies and procedures Qualifications: Currently enrolled Union College student Strong communication and interpersonal skills Dependable, punctual, and able to work independently or as part of a team Ability to lift up to 25 lbs and stand for extended periods Previous retail or customer service experience is a plus, but not required Location: Schenectady, NY E-Verify Participation: Union College participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify and your Right to Work (Derecho a Trabajar). Union College Officially chartered in 1795, Union College is the fifth-oldest liberal arts college in the country. Located in the Capital District of New York State, Union is a highly selective residential and undergraduate college, home to 2,200 students and 220 faculty, and offering 44 majors. Union was the first liberal arts college to rethink the traditional liberal arts education and adopt an engineering curriculum. That pioneering approach continues today with an education that encourages students to work beyond the limits of disciplinary boundaries, allowing them to think globally and lead innovatively in a world where problem-solving requires breadth across humanities, arts, social sciences, science, and engineering. Accommodations If you require an accommodation throughout the interview process, please don't hesitate to contact our Human Resources department at hr@union.edu or 518-388-6108. We are committed to ensuring that all candidates have equal access to opportunities and can participate in a fair and inclusive hiring process. Diversity at Union College Union College is an equal-opportunity employer and is strongly committed to student and workforce diversity. Increasing diversity on campus is a critical priority for Union, one that is integral to our mission of preparing students for a globally interconnected world. Union provides a blend of intellectual, social, and cultural opportunities to facilitate the integrated academic, social, and personal development of a diverse community. We value and are committed to a host of diverse populations and cultures including, but not limited to, those based on race, religion, disability, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, national origin, and veteran status. Union College is committed to providing access and will provide reasonable accommodation in its application process to individuals with disabilities who request such accommodations. Non-Discrimination Policy Union College will not discriminate in the recruitment or selection of faculty and employees, or in any other area of employment, on the basis of age, sex, race, national origin, religion, religious belief, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, and veteran status. In this regard, opportunities for advancement will be made available without bias. The College is also subject to state and federal laws and supports efforts to attract and retain fully qualified women and other minority group members for faculty and other positions. Union College will comply with the letter and intent of all State and Federal laws and applicable orders pursuant to Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action.

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