Seasonal Summer Mercantile Associate

Company: Paul Smith's College
Location: Paul Smiths
Posted on: April 6, 2026

Job Description:

Position: Seasonal Summer Mercantile Associate Status: Full-Time, Non-Exempt, Temporary/Seasonal, Staff Department: Mercantile Reports to: Mercantile Team Leader and Director of Conferences and Events Salary: $16.00 per hour Position Description: The Mercantile Associate provides excellent customer service and assists in the sales of general merchandise and textbooks.? The person in this position assists customers with purchases, operates a cash register, credit card terminal, and is responsible for general stocking and pricing of merchandise. The Mercantile Associate will interact regularly with students, faculty, staff, and college visitors. Duties & Responsibilities: Operate a cash register efficiently, ensuring all functions are performed in a timely and accurate manner.? Transacts sales at the counter including cash, campus cards, and credit cards. Assist in pricing, displaying, and stocking merchandise. Greet and assist customers; respond to customer inquiries and provide general information concerning bookstore product information and location. Provide support for Conference Services when necessary. Complete other assigned tasks in a timely manner. Performs various additional related tasks as assigned by leadership. Qualifications and Preferences: Retail experience required Student employees must report to the work site prepared, maintain a professional manner, strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and team player. Ability to handle cash and credit card sales and perform under high pressure/checkout lines during certain times of the year. Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, greeting customers and making a positive impression on bookstore patrons. Must be available for weekend day schedule Must maintain a 3.0 or above GPA, be self-motivated and ability to work without direct supervision. Basic computer skills, Microsoft Word and Excel. Ability to work with a broad range of diverse individuals and groups to form a safe and inclusive campus community. Paul Smith?s College is an equal opportunity employer. Position descriptions are created that focus on essential functions, using inclusive language, and avoid unnecessary or discriminatory requirements. Applicant Instructions: Present a cover letter, resume, and three references.? Student applicants note that only 2 references are required. References may include one from a faculty member and one from a support staff.

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