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How much do retail associate bookstore jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for retail associate bookstore in the United States is $15.77, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.66 and $16.83 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a retail associate bookstore?

Retail Associate Bookstore jobs involve assisting customers in a bookstore by helping them find books, processing sales transactions, stocking shelves, and maintaining a clean and organized store environment. These associates may also handle special orders, returns, and answer questions about book recommendations or store promotions. Excellent customer service and communication skills are important, as is the ability to work as part of a team. Retail associates often work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, depending on the store's needs.

What does a retail associate bookstore do?

As a Retail Associate in a bookstore, your day-to-day tasks often include assisting customers in finding books, restocking shelves, organizing displays, and processing sales transactions at the register. You may also help with inventory management, answer questions about books or promotions, and maintain a tidy and welcoming store environment. Collaboration with other team members is common, especially during busy periods, special events, or book signings.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a retail associate bookstore?

To thrive as a Retail Associate in a bookstore, you need strong customer service skills, basic math abilities, and a genuine interest in books, often supported by a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with point-of-sale (POS) systems, inventory management software, and merchandising tools is typically required. Excellent communication, attention to detail, and the ability to multitask effectively are crucial soft skills for this role. These competencies ensure an engaging customer experience, efficient operations, and contribute to the store's overall success.

What is the difference between Retail Associate Bookstore vs Retail Cashier?

AspectRetail Associate BookstoreRetail Cashier
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma; customer service skillsHigh school diploma; basic math skills
Work EnvironmentBookstores, retail storesVarious retail settings, including supermarkets and specialty stores
Employer & Industry UsageBookstores, retail chainsRetail stores, supermarkets, department stores
Common Search & ComparisonCustomer service, sales, inventory managementPoint of sale, cash handling, customer interaction

The Retail Associate Bookstore primarily focuses on assisting customers in a bookstore setting, managing inventory, and providing product knowledge. In contrast, a Retail Cashier mainly handles transactions at the checkout counter across various retail environments. While both roles require customer service skills and a high school diploma, the Retail Associate Bookstore often involves more product expertise and inventory management, whereas the Retail Cashier emphasizes cash handling and point-of-sale operations.

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Infographic showing various Retail Associate Bookstore job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 68% Full Time, 28% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $32,808 per year, or $15.8 per hour.

Bookstore Clerk Part-time - George County Center

MS • On-site

Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College
Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools • 501 - 1,000 employees
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Full-time, Part-time

Re-posted 23 days ago

Job description

Posting Details
Position Information
Job Title
Bookstore Clerk Part-time - George County Center
Job Description
GENERAL STATEMENT OF FUNCTION: Reports to the Perkinston Bookstore Manager. Serve as Manager in absence of the Bookstore Manager and with day-to-day operations.
Job Duties
• Perform cashiering duties that include processing customer sales, reconciling cash drawer at end of shift, preparing bank deposits and reconciling credit card sales.
• Assist students by issuing textbooks and finding required materials.
• Responsible for assisting in the ordering and receiving books, resale merchandise, instructional materials and bookstore supplies.
• Merchandise maintenance in WINPRISM.
• Maintain payroll records for bookstore personnel.
• Prepare bookstore correspondence and notices.
• Annual bookstore inventory.
• Completing physical transfers between campuses.
• Department billings reconciliation of payment.
• P-Card reconciliation.
• Issuing Banner Po's.
• Receiving on Banner PO.
• Shipping of order (online and physical transfer between campuses).
• Physical receiving of merchandise and books.
• Time cards -student workers, full time and Part time.
• Back up Manager as needed.
• Other duties as assigned by Bookstore Manager.
Mandatory Qualifications
M(1) Associate Degree in Business or related area.
M(2) Minimum of 3 years' experience in business related area including purchasing, inventory, and budgeting experience.
M(3) Experience in the retail industry with working knowledge of a point of sale system, both back office and cash register operations.
M(4) Proficient in the use of personal computers.
M(5) Excellent .customer service and communication skills.
Desirable Qualifications
D(1) Experience with SCT Banner.
D(2) Experience with Win prism POS systems.
D(3) Experience with textbook ordering and management
D(4) Experience dealing with the public.
D(5) Experience in an educational environment.
EEO Statement
Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes students and employees without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, age, or qualified disability in its programs and activities. For further information, contact the Compliance Officer P.O. Box 609, Perkinston, Mississippi, 39573, telephone number 601-528-8735, email addresscompliance@mgccc.edu.
The College:
The Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College District serves a four-county area with three major campuses, the Community Campus and four centers including: Perkinston Campus, Perkinston, MS; Harrison County Campus, Gulfport, MS; Jackson County Campus, Gautier, MS. Additionally, Mississippi Gulf Coast Advanced Manufacturing and Technology Center, Gulfport, MS; Keesler Center, Biloxi, MS; West Harrison Center, Long Beach, MS; and George County Center, Lucedale, MS.
State and regional associations accredit Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College, and several programs are accredited nationally. Offerings include academic, technical degree, vocational skill and adult continuing education programs.
Classification
Hourly
Posting Detail Information
Open Date
06/25/2025
Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
For more information on the position, please contact (Name, Address, Phone, and Email):
Dr. Chris Bagwell
MGCCC-George County Center
11203 Old Hwy 63
Lucedale, MS 39452
christopher.bagwell@mgccc.edu
601-766-6422

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