Office Assistant (Cashier)

Posting Details

Posting Number S01295 Position Title Office Assistant (Cashier) Internal Position Title Office Assistant Department Bookstore Position Type Staff Job Family Classified Job Summary

Under the administrative supervision of the Bookstore Manager, the Office Assistant operates a cash register, provides customer service both in person and on the phone, sorts and organizes all cashier paperwork, and stocks general merchandise. Bookstore cashier also assists in training and leading the shift of Student workers/temporary staff, conducts buy back transactions, and provides coverage of both off-site bookstores when needed. During Covid-19 assists as a Door Greeter covering entry point shifts greeting students and community members with specific college business and providing direction.

The College of Lake County ( CLC ) is a comprehensive community college located in northeastern Illinois committed to being an innovative educational institution providing life-changing paths for our students by offering exceptional learning experiences.

The college is widely recognized for student success, business and community partnerships and for the achievements of our faculty, staff and alumni. Long-known as an employer of choice in Lake County, CLC was ranked #15 on the Forbes list of Top 100 Employers in the State of Illinois for 2019.

Required Qualification

1. High school diploma or equivalent.
2. Ability to lead cashiers in job duties
3. Cash handling and retail experience
4. Friendly and outgoing with customer service experience.
5. Ability to move up to fifty (50) pounds.
6. A valid driver’s license and ability to work at our Waukegan or Vernon Hills location
7. Ability to work effectively and constructively with persons of diverse cultures, language groups, and abilities; demonstrate sensitivity to and ability to work with the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, faculty, and staff, including those with disabilities; establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Desired Qualifications

1. Retail supervisory experience.
2. Experience with an inventory control system

Posting Date 09/17/2020 Closing Date 09/25/2020 Expected Start Date 10/08/2020 Special Instructions Summary

This position will take part in the door greeter schedule and be fluid to changes that may be encountered including flexible with the hours. Please note that this position must be able to provide coverage for the bookstores on the Lakeshore and Southlake campuses when needed. The individual that is hired will need reliable transportation to be able to travel to the Waukegan or Vernon Hills campus. The position will be an on-campus position.

Pay Rate $12/Hr. Full-Time/Part-Time Part-Time Location Grayslake Total Hours per week 25.00 Work Schedule

Monday-Friday
2:30-7:30 when working in the Bookstore.
4-9pm when working in a Door Greeter capacity.

Software Testing Required Excel, MS Word Interview Process Requirements None EEO Statement

The College of Lake County is an equal opportunity employer and has a strong commitment to diversity. In that spirit, it seeks a broad spectrum of candidates including minorities, women and people with disabilities. EOE /AA/M/F/D/V

Posting Specific Questions - supplemental questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Do you have a high school diploma or equivalent?
   • Yes
   • No
2. * Do you have the ability to lead cashiers in job duties?
   • Yes
   • No
3. * Do you have cash handling and retail experience?
   • Yes
   • No
4. * Do you have a valid driver's license and have the ability to work at our Waukegan or Vernon Hills location?
   • Yes
   • No
5. * Do you have retail supervisory experience?
   • Yes
   • No
6. * Do you have experience with an inventory control system?
   • Yes
   • No

Applicant Documents
Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter

Optional Documents