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Used Bookstore Jobs in Michigan (NOW HIRING)

Line Server

Holland, MI · On-site

$15/hr

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Utility

Holland, MI · On-site

$16 - $17/hr

Retail discounts at the campus bookstore + campus markets Additional Benefits for Full time: * ... Rouxbe (online culinary program used by top restaurants) * Hospitality Training Institute of ...

Cook

Holland, MI · On-site

$17 - $19/hr

Retail discounts at the campus bookstore + campus markets Additional Benefits for Full time: * ... Rouxbe (online culinary program used by top restaurants) * Hospitality Training Institute of ...

Part Time Peer Tutor

Ann Arbor, MI · On-site

$11.50 - $15.25/hr

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How much do used bookstore jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 2, 2026, the average hourly pay for used bookstore in Michigan is $16.94, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.10 and $17.60 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Used Bookstore position, and why are they important?

To thrive in a used bookstore, you need strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a solid knowledge of books and literature. Familiarity with inventory management systems, point-of-sale (POS) software, and basic bookkeeping tools is often required. Excellent customer service, communication, and problem-solving abilities help create a welcoming and efficient environment. These competencies ensure that inventory is managed effectively, customers have a positive experience, and the store operates smoothly.

What are some common challenges faced when working in a used bookstore?

One common challenge in a used bookstore is maintaining an organized inventory, as stock is constantly changing with new arrivals and sales. Employees often need to assess and price incoming books based on their condition and market demand, which can require a good eye for detail and research skills. Additionally, providing personalized recommendations to customers and creating an inviting atmosphere are integral to the role. Team members frequently collaborate to arrange displays, process donations, and ensure the store runs efficiently. These aspects make the job rewarding but require adaptability and a proactive approach.

What is a Used Bookstore job?

A Used Bookstore job typically involves buying, selling, organizing, and maintaining used books. Employees may assist customers in finding specific titles, evaluate book conditions, and manage store inventory. Duties can also include pricing books, handling cash register transactions, and keeping the store tidy. Some employees may also help with online sales or book donations. Strong organizational skills and a passion for books are often beneficial in this role.

What are popular job titles related to Used Bookstore jobs in Michigan? For Used Bookstore jobs in Michigan, the most frequently searched job titles are:
Infographic showing various Used Bookstore job openings in Michigan as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 60% Full Time, 30% Part Time, and 10% Temporary. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $35,243 per year, or $16.9 per hour.

BOOKSTORE TEMPORARY (PART-TIME)

Central Michigan University

Mount Pleasant, MI • On-site

Temporary

Re-posted 18 days ago


Central Michigan University rating

6.3

Company rating: 6.3 out of 10

Based on 22 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

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Job description

Position Information
Position Information
Posting Number
S-3541
Position Number
99999
Type of Recruitment
External
Position Title
BOOKSTORE TEMPORARY (PART-TIME)
Position Summary
Temporary bookstore positions. No benefits. CMU occasionally has temporary bookstore positions available. Charges CMU Bookstore customers for their purchases using credit and debit cards, student accounts, checks and cash using a point-of-sale (POS) register. Helps students find their books, re-shelves books, and straightens shelves. Buys back books at the end of the semesters.
Required Qualifications
High school diploma or GED.
Ability to work in a fast paced environment.
Superior customer service skills.
Ability to lift 20-30 pounds or more, bend and squat, as well as stand throughout length of the shift.
Available to work during beginning and ending of each semester including the weeks prior to the start of classes each semester.
Available to work weekends as needed.
Ability to perform the essential functions of the job.
Preferred Qualifications
Cashier experience.
Customer service experience.
Retail experience.
Duties & Responsibilities
Charges CMU Bookstore customers for their purchases using credit and debit cards, student accounts, checks and cash using a POS register.
Helps students find their books.
Re-shelves and straightens books in the textbook department.
Pulls books for specific orders.
Buys back used textbooks at the end of the semesters.
Supervision Exercised
Message to Applicants
This is a part-time, non-benefit eligible, temporary position.
You must submit an on-line application in order to be considered as an applicant for this position.
Cover letters may be addressed to the hiring committee.
Employee Group
Temporary Staff
Staff Pay Level
00
Pay Range
To be determined
Division
Finance and Administrative Services
Department
CMU Bookstore
Position Status
Temporary
Position End Date
Employment Status
Part-Time
FTE
0.00
Position Type
Other
Weekly Work Schedule
up to 24 hours/week
Location
Mount Pleasant, MI
About the Department
About CMU
Central Michigan University has a more than 125-year legacy of preparing students to become leaders and changemakers in their communities and in their personal and professional lives.
We serve nearly 15,500 students on our Mount Pleasant campus, in satellite locations around the state and throughout the country, and through flexible online programs. Many of our approximately 300 undergraduate, master's, specialist and doctoral programs in the arts, media, business, education, human services, health professions, liberal arts, social sciences, medicine, science and engineering are nationally ranked for excellence.
CMU leads the nation in leadership development programming through our Sarah R. Opperman Leadership Institute, and we are proud to be among only 5% of U.S. universities in the top two Carnegie research classifications. Our faculty work with graduate and undergraduate students in areas such as Great Lakes research, medical innovation, engineering technology and more.
Central is home to 17 men's and women's Division 1 sports including football, basketball, gymnastics, baseball, wrestling and more. Our student-athletes achieve great success in competition and in the classroom, capturing Mid-American Conference championships and maintaining an average cumulative GPA of 3.17.
CMU is located in Mount Pleasant, a community that blends the best of small-town living with big-city amenities. It's part of the culturally varied and vibrant Great Lakes Bay Region that also includes Saginaw, Bay City, Midland and the state's largest Native American community, centered on the Saginaw Chippewa Isabella Reservation in Mount Pleasant.
Area residents enjoy the mix of outdoor activities, cultural events, shopping and dining options, and family attractions. Other major Michigan destinations and attractions - Lansing, Grand Rapids, Detroit, Traverse City, wineries, beaches, golf and ski resorts, and many more - are within easy reach of the city's central location in Michigan's Lower Peninsula.
CMU employees enjoy access to a nationally recognized wellness program along with health care and benefits that exceed regional, state and national norms.
CMU Leadership Standards
Central Michigan University is a place where we value students and work for their success, where we act as family, and where employees are engaged, appreciated and have extraordinary opportunities to make a difference.
We intentionally maintain and strengthen the hallmark CMU culture that sets us apart from our peers by expecting CMU leaders and employees to model the following Leadership Standards and develop them within their teams.
Please review the Leadership Standards before applying for this position.
EEO Statement
CMU, an AA/EO institution, strongly and actively strives to increase diversity and provide equal opportunity within its community. CMU does not discriminate against persons based on age, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, height, marital status, national origin, political persuasion, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, race, religion, sex, sex-based stereotypes, sexual orientation, transgender status, veteran status, or weight (see https://www.cmich.edu/offices-departments/OCRIE).
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CMU does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, including admission and employment, and is required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 not to discriminate in such a matter.
Inquiries about the application of Title IX can be made to CMU's Title IX Coordinator, the US Department of Education's Assistant Secretary, or both.
CMU's Title IX Coordinator can be reached at:
Phone: 989-774-3253
Office: 103 E. Preston St.
Bovee University Center, suite 306
Mount Pleasant, MI 48858
Email: titleix@cmich.edu
Posting Ends
Open Until Filled
Yes

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