Seeking an ideally experienced bookseller, broadly knowledgeable across many subjects , genres, and eras of both books and music, also super-friendly, reliable, and organized, to sell at multiple weekly outdoor markets, Thursday-Sunday through October. Position will convert to an indoor in-store position in Squirrel Hill as markets wind-down, and will commence again at markets in the spring. The job requires lots of standing and lifting and the ability to work both cooperatively and autonomously. Must have a clean driving record.
Please be sure to take the time to answer our questions below about the books and music that you love and know about (show off a bit!), about your relevant job history or experience, and tell us what strengths you'll bring to this job and why you'd be great at it. If you need more space, please attach a cover letter along with your resume. We do give interviewees a preliminary quiz to ascertain your general, broad book and music knowledge.
Pay: $12.75 - $15.00 per hour
Expected hours: 32.0 – 40.0 per week
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Paid time off
Shift:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
Application Question(s):
- Glorious generalists needed ! Please show off the breadth and depth of your knowledge and love of books and music. (Please only apply if you know about the books and music of multiple genres, subjects, eras, and countries. ) Name some of your favorite books and authors, as well as some favorite music and musicians, explain any relevant work or life experience, and tell a little about why you'd like to work here. If there's not enough space here, please attach a cover letter.
Experience:
- bookstore: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
