PART-TIME CASUAL, CAMPUS STORE CASHIER

Ithaca College

  • Ithaca, NY
  • $17.00 per hour
  • Permanent
  • Part-time
  • 14 days ago
Job Category: Auxiliary OperationsDegree Level: High School GraduateJob Description:Job SummaryProvide retail sales and customer services within the Campus Stores. Process merchandise sales to include operating the point-of-sale systems and cash registers. Assist customers with locating merchandise, help receive merchandise into the store, maintain stockrooms in an orderly manner, and provide assistance within other areas of the Campus Stores.SupervisionThis position reports to the General Manager of Campus Stores.Representative DutiesDuties may include but are not limited to the following. Other duties may be assigned.Essential Duties * Process sales transactions in the Campus Stores, including cash, check, ID Express, and charge cards; receive monies and disburse change. Maintain cash register supplies; request change as needed to ensure adequate currency in the drawer. Take incoming phone calls and contact customers via phone or email.
  • Assist in opening and closing the Campus Stores to include putting out the cash drawers in the morning and removing all currency, slips, and paperwork from the drawers at the close of business. Run the End of Day Report for all registers that are used. Checking security of windows and doors.
  • Assist in processing the Campus Stores E-commerce web orders, help customers in locating merchandise and offer suggestions for alternative or additional merchandise. Help maintain window and counter displays, if needed. Conduct visual surveillance of retail sales area and alert appropriate personnel of suspected shoplifting activities.
  • Retrieve merchandise from the stockroom and stock sales floor; notify management of out of stocks on items. Maintain the stockroom in an orderly fashion, so it is easy for employees to stock merchandise on the sales floor. Assist in maintaining a clean and orderly sales floor.
QualificationsHigh School diploma and one-year of retail cashiering experience with a strong attention to detail; good interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills, the ability to work well with the public with an emphasis on customer service; ability to work well under pressure and handle multiple tasks simultaneously; basic skills and working knowledge of computer operating systems and their usage including a retail point-of-sale operating system and demonstrated ability to operate a computerized register/terminal; flexibility to work evenings and weekends are required.Work EnvironmentMost of the work of the incumbent is carried out within a generally accessible, safe, indoor environment. The incumbent will be required to operate a point-of-sale system as well as other computer-related equipment. The incumbent will be required to bend and kneel and lift materials weighing up to 25 pounds. The incumbent will be required to work some nights and weekends in support of campus events.Application Instructions:Interested applicants must apply online and attach a resume, cover letter, and list of three professional references. Questions about online applications should be directed to the Office of Human Resources at (607) 274-8000 orIthaca College is committed to building a diverse academic community and encourages members of underrepresented groups to apply. Experience that contributes to the diversity of the college is appreciated.Visa sponsorship is not provided for this position.Hiring Rate:$17 per hourWe pride ourselves on providing our benefit-eligible employees with comprehensive benefits, including:
  • Healthcare including vision and dental
  • Generous Paid Time Off Policies
  • 403B Retirement Savings Plan with Matching Employer Contribution
  • EAP
  • Flexible Work Plans
  • Educational Benefits
  • Career-Enhancing Trainings
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About Us: At Ithaca College, a comprehensive residential campus community of approximately 5,000 students, we strive to be at the forefront of the higher education landscape. We offer a distinct integrative learning experience that makes students ready for the personal, professional, and global challenges of our age.We seek candidates who embrace integrative learning and want to be a part of this exciting time in Ithaca College history. We encourage creative collaboration and innovation in our faculty and staff, providing support and resources for them to grow in their fields and lead students to their own innovative ideas and achievements.We welcome different ways of thinking and look for candidates with unique points of view and life experiences. We are inclusive of individuals with a wide range of cultural, personal, and professional backgrounds, talents, and skills. Our campus is a vibrant and rewarding community where diverse minds can learn, succeed, and excel.When reviewing candidates, we are looking for indicators of a number of core competencies. Prospective candidates must be adaptable, collaborative, inclusive, respectful, responsive, results driven, and sustainable. They must communicate effectively, demonstrate leadership, exhibit professional integrity and ethics, take initiative, value personal and professional development, and show that they will engage in the college.Nestled in the heart of New York State's scenic Finger Lakes region, Ithaca College sits atop South Hill overlooking picturesque Cayuga Lake and is just minutes away from the city center. Combining small town warmth and charm with the vibrancy of a college community, the thriving and culturally diverse city of Ithaca has been rated by Kiplinger's as one of the top 10 places to live in the United States.To learn more about Ithaca College, visit us at

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