Join Our Team at Georgia Southern!

Georgia Southern is a dynamic university with three vibrant campuses in Hinesville, Savannah and Statesboro serving the communities in Southeast Georgia. As a Carnegie Doctoral/R2 institution, our world-class scholars instruct about 26,000 students in associate’s, bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral level degree programs. Whether you are seeking the charm of a small town, the traditions of a historical/urban destination near the beach or supporting our military service members and their families, Georgia Southern offers its faculty and staff the best of all worlds!

Beyond an ideal location, there is a place for you to work in an exciting environment abounding with opportunities for personal and professional growth. We are steeped in tradition and devoted to academic distinction in teaching, scholarship and service. In 2018 Forbes Magazine listed Georgia Southern, along with 10 other Georgia companies or institutions, as one of America’s Best Midsize Employers. Georgia Southern University is passionate about serving our region while preparing our students to be lifelong scholars, leaders, and responsible stewards of their communities and the world.

Armstrong Campus - Savannah, GA

University Store

Assist with the maintainance and daily operations of a retail store. Supervise student staff to maintain efficient processes, procedures, and programs and protect product integrity.

• Maintain a clean, stocked, and well-organized sales floor and stockroom; ensure product, fixtures, register stands, entry ways and general retail space are well dusted, thoroughly cleaned, and free of debris; overall product presentation should be neatly displayed and fronted
• Assist with the supervision and mentorship of student staff; encourage compliance with store policies and procedures as well as optimal customer service and store maintenance practices; coach and reprimand student staff as necessary
• Assist the store manager with the planning, setup, and operation of off-site events
• Assist with the merchandising of the sales floor by creating product displays to promote sales and seasonal events; displays should rotate frequently to showcase different merchandise and ensure a fresh, engaging shopping environment
• Consult with the team about upcoming promotions, events, and seasonal trends
• Utilize system reports to monitor inventory discrepancies, analyze sales data, and reorder goods
• Assist with shipping and receiving; pull and process web orders; receive new shipments; process transfers and returns

Educational Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent

Required Experience

• Three (3) or more years of related work experience

Preferred Educational Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree

$15.96 per hour

This is a non-exempt position paid on a biweekly basis.

• Resume
• Two (2) Professional References

• Cover Letter

ABILITIES

• Consistently exhibit engaging customer service
• Ability to work well in a diverse and inclusive environment through commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion
• Proven proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office, Google, and/or applications as required for specific position
• Demonstrated ability to utilize Point of Sale and Inventory Control system

KNOWLEDGE

• Adhere to University policies and procedures to meet Institutional goals and support University's mission for student success
• Knowledge of office management systems and procedures

SKILLS

• Effective communication (verbal and written), organizational and human relations skills

March 17, 2023

Application review may begin on February 16, 2023.

For more information or questions about a job posting, please contact the Department of Human Resources by phone at (912) 478-6947 or by email at hrservice@georgiasouthern.edu.

For technical support, please call the Shared Services Center at (877) 251-2644 or oneusgsupport@usg.edu.

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with Georgia Southern University, as determined by Georgia Southern University in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test.

Offers are made expressly subject to the applicable federal and state laws, to the statutes, rules and regulations of this institution and to the Bylaws and Policies of the Board of Regents (BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG), which are available for your inspection upon request.

Legally authorized to work in the United States for the duration of employment without assistance from the University.

Must be able to perform duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation.

Georgia Southern University is a Tobacco and Smoke-Free Community.

Georgia Southern University provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, religion, age, veteran status, political affiliation, or disability. Individuals in need of reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act to participate in the search process should notify Human Resources: (912) 478-6947.

Believing that diversity, equity, and inclusion contribute to excellence in the workplace and to the quality of the University’s academic environment, Georgia Southern University is committed to recruiting and retaining diverse faculty and staff to support, promote, and serve a diverse student body and promote Inclusive Excellence. Candidates from underrepresented groups, whose work furthers the institution's Inclusive Excellence goals, and who bring to campus varied life experiences, perspectives and backgrounds are especially encouraged to apply.

• Must be able to perform duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation
• Evening and weekend work may be required

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