Job Description

Payroll Title:
CLERK
Department:
Temporary Employment Services
Hiring Pay Scale
$21.92 / Hour
Worksite:
La Jolla
Appointment Type:
Temp
Appointment Percent:
Various%
Union:
CX Contract
Total Openings:
3
Work Schedule:
Variable, 8 hrs/day, Variable

#TP136285 Bookstore Cashier

Filing Deadline: Thu 8/21/2025

UC San Diego values equity, diversity, and inclusion. If you are interested in being part of our team, possess the needed licensure and certifications, and feel that you have most of the qualifications and/or transferable skills for a job opening, we strongly encourage you to apply.

Position available through UCSD Temporary Employment Services (TES). Employment through TES is an excellent way to gain valuable UCSD experience and get your foot in the door for career positions. TES employment includes medical coverage, paid vacation & sick time, paid holidays, as well as training and development opportunities!

DESCRIPTION

Bookstore Cashier Job Responsibilities Include:

  • Processing customer merchandise purchases

  • Operating electronic cash register

  • Aiding customers entering and/or leaving the Bookstore

  • Directing customers to appropriate Bookstore departments

  • Stocking merchandise

  • Maintaining clean and orderly assigned area

  • Pulling, counting and boxing merchandise to be returned to vendors

  • Assisting customers in locating and selecting merchandise

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Ability to communicate effectively with a diverse group of people

  • Prior cashiering experience in retail setting

  • Ability to decipher information and assist customers accordingly

  • Knowledge of scanning, SKU’s and UPC codes

  • Accuracy in handling money; knowledge of handling electronic payments and credit cards

  • Legible handwriting

  • Proven ability to comply with detailed procedures and policies

  • Ability to enter information into data terminal

  • Knowledge of basic math

  • Ability to reconcile computer printouts against stock on shelves

  • Must be able to lift cartons up to 50 lbs

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

Background check required

This position has been identified as a Mandated Reporter pursuant to the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act (CANRA) and requires immediate reporting of physical abuse, sexual abuse, emotional abuse, or neglect of anyone under the age of 18. It is the responsibility of the Mandated Reporter to ensure that they obtain proper training in order to fulfill their reporting responsibilities as required by the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and University policy, and to complete and submit the required reports to the UC San Diego Police Department without delay.

Pay Transparency Act

Annual Full Pay Range: $45,769 - $52,263 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)

Hourly Equivalent: $21.92 - $25.03

Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Hiring Pay Scale referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Annual Full Pay Range may be broader than what the University anticipates to pay for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable).


If employed by the University of California, you will be required to comply with our Policy on Vaccination Programs, which may be amended or revised from time to time. Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements.

To foster the best possible working and learning environment, UC San Diego strives to cultivate a rich and diverse environment, inclusive and supportive of all students, faculty, staff and visitors. For more information, please visit UC San Diego Principles of Community.

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.

For the University of California’s Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination

UC San Diego is a smoke and tobacco free environment. Please visit smokefree.ucsd.edu for more information.

Application Instructions

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