Temporary Retail Assistant, Cornell Retail Services

Requirements

• Pleasant and approachable personality with strong customer service skills.
• Comfortable using computers and retail systems.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to occasionally climb ladders.
• Ability to lift or move up to 50 pounds when needed.
• Ability to stand for extended periods.
• Previous retail or customer service experience is a plus, but not required
• No relocation assistance is provided for this position. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position
• University Job Title:
• Temporary Retail Assistant
• Job Family:
• Temporary Auxiliary Services
• Level:
• No Grade - Hourly
• Pay Rate Type:
• Hourly
• Pay Range:
• Refer to Posting Language
• Remote Option Availability:
• Onsite
• Company:
• Contact Name:
• Shawn Ruebel
• Contact Email:
• sr894@cornell.edu
• Job Titles and Pay Ranges:
• Non-Union Positions
• Noted pay ranges reflect the potential pay opportunity for each job profile. The hiring rate of pay for the successful candidate will be determined considering the following criteria:
• Prior relevant work or industry experience
• Education level to the extent education is relevant to the position
• Unique applicable skills
• Academic Discipline
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• Union Positions
• The hiring rate of pay for the successful candidate will be determined in accordance with the rates in the respective collective bargaining agreement . To learn more about Cornell's union wages, see Union Pay Rates .
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Benefits

Additional Information

Explore Retail and Be Part of the Cornell Experience-Where Campus Life Meets Exceptional Customer Service. Join Cornell Retail Services and work in an engaging, customer-focused environment at the heart of campus life. The Cornell Store is hiring part-time/casual team members (19 hours per week or less) to support a variety of roles across our Ithaca Campus and Downtown Ithaca locations, including: Sales (Ithaca Campus & Downtown Ithaca Location): Assist customers with product selection and provide friendly, efficient in-store service. Technology (Tech Connect): Support tech sales and basic product troubleshooting. Textbooks: Provide course material information and assist students, faculty, and staff at the textbook info desk. Inventory and Order Fulfillment: Prepare and process online orders for customer pickup The Cornell Store is a central hub of campus life and a recognized leader in collegiate retail innovation. Serving students, faculty, staff, alumni, and visitors, we pride ourselves on exceptional customer service, teamwork, and a supportive workplace culture. We're looking for enthusiastic, reliable individuals who love working as part of a team and are ready to contribute to a fast-paced, dynamic retail environment. If you're motivated, dependable, and enjoy helping others, you'll thrive here. Hourly Rate: $17.00/hour Schedule: Variable, based on availability, business needs, and work performance; some nights, weekends and holidays may be required All positions are part-time casual (19 hours per week or less), non-benefits eligible. Posting is for multiple positions across Retail Services with various schedules. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. General Responsibilities: Sales and Service - Welcome customers and guests with a friendly attitude, actively assist them, provide product information and guidance, and ensure every customer enjoys a high-quality experience. Visual Merchandising - Help maintain the sales floor's appearance, set up seasonal promotions and visual displays, and regularly check assigned areas for restocking and organization. Point of Sale Support - Operate cash registers, assist customers with check-out, and follow proper cash handling procedures. Inventory and Order Fulfillment - Receive and process incoming merchandise, assist with special orders and store-to-store shipping requests, and occasionally handle seasonal or perishable goods. Customer Care - Support both digital and in-store shopping experiences by assisting with customer inquiries and providing timely, helpful responses. We Value Your Ability To: Create a positive customer experience by building relationships, sharing product knowledge, and providing thoughtful solutions. Greet and welcome customers warmly into the department. Work collaboratively and effectively as part of a team. Be reliable, punctual, and flexible with your schedule based on business needs. Communicate professionally with customers and team members.

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