Storekeeper Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click the Apply for this Job link/button. If you would like to bookmark this position for later review, click on the Bookmark link. If you would like to print a copy of this position for your records, click on the Print Preview link. Bookmark this Posting Print Preview | Apply for this Job Please see Special Instructions for more details. Applicants must upload the following with their application: 1. A cover letter which addresses how you meet the required and preferred qualifications, your professional and academic career goals, and your interest in the position. 2. A resumé or curriculum vitae. 3. A list of three professional references. In your application and required documents, DO NOT include personal protected information such as date of birth, citizenship status or immigration information, social security number, or any other protected information. Please type YES in the Background Check field in the online application to show you understand this additional requirement. Please submit your completed and signed Authorization Form for Background Check to Human Resources. Access the form at the following link, https://www.msun.edu/hr/forms/Authorization\_for\_Background\_Investigation-MSU-Northern.pdf Human Resources: MSU-Northern P.O. Box 7751 Havre, MT 59501-7751 Office: 406-265-3568 or 406-265-3789 HR Dept. Fax 406-265-3530 Position Details Position Information NBAPOSN Title Working Title Storekeeper Brief Position Overview The Montana State University-Northern ( MSUN ) Bookstore is currently accepting applications for a Storekeeper. This position is responsible for a variety of tasks to support the overall smooth functioning of the bookstore. Duties include stocking, inventory, cashiering, and customer service. Also responsible for processing of web orders. Must be willing to work a flexible schedule including some evenings and weekends. Fill in when needed for vacations, etc. Position Number 7N0120 Department Bookstore Division Office of Student Life Appointment Type Classified Contract Term Fiscal Year Semester If other, specify From date If other, specify End date FLSA Non-Exempt Union Affiliation AFSCME FTE 0.5 (Average up to 25 hours per week) Benefits Eligible Yes Compensation Hourly Salary $16.85 per hour Contract Type MUS If other, please specify Recruitment Type Open Position Details General Statement This position is responsible for a variety of tasks to support the overall smooth functioning of the bookstore. Duties include stocking, inventory, cashiering, and customer service. Also responsible for processing of web orders. Must be willing to work a flexible schedule including some evenings and weekends. Fill in when needed for vacations, etc. Duties and Responsibilities + Assist customers in purchasing books and merchandise by a variety of methods such as cash, check, credit cards, and or account sales. Use of computerized POS cash register required. In the absence of the manager, process, balance the daily receipts and deposit at the Business Office. Maintain needed denominations of cash and change as needed. + Assist customers in locating books and merchandise. Familiarity with bookstore layout necessary. Process special orders, making coffee, and deliveries. Answer telephones and emails. Respond to customer needs and questions in an appropriate manner. + Simple cleaning duties such as, vacuuming, dusting, emptying trash bins, keep store and office area tidy, etc. on a daily basis as needed. + Arrange main shopping area on a weekly basis to attractively display clothing items. Ensure store is fully stocked at all times. Communicate any shortage of merchandise immediately to supervisor. + Process web and phone orders daily. Handle any discrepencies or problems as needed. + Check in, secure, scan books/supplies for correct price and place books/supplies on the shelves. Store excess supplies in back room area. + Assist in ordering books, apparel and supplies. List any secondary duties assigned to this position: + Maintain inventory of bookstore and report discrepancies to Bookstore Manager as needed. Assist with inventory of all inventory items annually. + Process returns according to vendor policy. + Train and assist student staff. Required Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills + High school diploma or equivalent + Knowledge and use of Microsoft Office programs + Team Player + Excellent customer service skills + Good organization and priority skills + Effective communication skills + Must be able to lift items up to 50 lbs; standing for long periods Preferred Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills + Experience in a bookstore or in retail + Experience working on a college campus + Knowledge of Winprism Database The Successful Candidate Will The successful candidate will + Knowledge of all store products + Excellent communication skills to promote sales Special Requirements Physical Demands The ability to perform the following with or without reasonable accommodations: Lift up to 50 pounds, Climb stairs and ladders, Be on feet majority of the day, Handle multiple priorities at a time. This position has supervisory duties? Yes Posting Detail Information Announcement Number STAFF - VA - 2500017P Number of Vacancies 1 Desired Start Date Immediate Position End Date (if temporary) Open Date Close Date Until an adequate pool is established No Special Instructions Summary Applicants must upload the following with their application: 1. A cover letter which addresses how you meet the required and preferred qualifications, your professional and academic career goals, and your interest in the position. 2. A resumé or curriculum vitae. 3. A list of three professional references. In your application and required documents, DO NOT include personal protected information such as date of birth, citizenship status or immigration information, social security number, or any other protected information. Please type YES in the Background Check field in the online application to show you understand this additional requirement. Please submit your completed and signed Authorization Form for Background Check to Human Resources. Access the form at the following link, https://www.msun.edu/hr/forms/Authorization\_for\_Background\_Investigation- MSU -Northern.pdf (https://www.msun.edu/hr/forms/Authorization\_for\_Background\_Investigation-MSU-Northern.pdf) Human Resources: MSU -Northern P.O. Box 7751 Havre, MT 59501-7751 Office: 406-265-3568 or 406-265-3789 HR Dept. Fax 406-265-3530 Quick Link for Internal Postings https://jobs.msun.edu/postings/2556 EEOC Statement Montana State University-Northern ( MSUN ) is an equal opportunity employer. MSUN does not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, political ideas, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, national origin, physical or mental disability, or any other protected class status in violation of any applicable law. In compliance with the Montana Veteran’s Employment Preference Act, MSUN provides preference in employment to veterans, disabled veterans, and certain eligible relatives of veterans. To claim veteran’s preference, please complete the veteran’s preference information located in the Demographics section of your profile. Director of Human Resources /Title IX Montana State University-Northern 300 11th Street West Havre, MT 59501 E-mail: rebecca.farr@msun.edu Location: 208 Cowan Hall Tel: (406) 265.3568 Applicant Documents Required Documents + Resume + Cover Letter + List of References Optional Documents Posting Specific Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).