Do you love books and giving the perfect gift, have relevant experience, and want to be part of a mission-driven organization? Consider working with us!
We are currently looking to fill the following positions:
- Bookseller at Maxima Book Center in Lexington, MA
- Gift Sales Associate at Maxima Gift Center in Arlington, MA
See below for more details and to apply!
Bookseller in Lexington, MA
Brief role description:
We are looking for an experienced part-time bookseller who can provide excellent customer service, answer questions, and hand-sell books at all age levels. They should have significant knowledge of books, particularly new books. The desired candidate should be committed to and passionate about investing in the community.
Responsibilities:
- Make personalized recommendations to customers of all ages
- Restock and shelve throughout each day
- Help curate each season’s new books
- Stay abreast of new titles and displays throughout the store
- Provide excellent customer service both over the phone and in-store, including operating the POS
- The bookseller should also have an interest in business-oriented social media and other marketing
Requirements:
- Previous experience working in a retail setting
- Familiarity with books for both adults and children
- Proactive with straightening, restocking, and other projects throughout the store
- Energetic team player who is open to learning our systems and takes direction well
- Skilled at providing exceptional customer service
- Effective communicator
- Excellent time and task management
- Dependable and punctual
- Detailed-oriented, organized, and vigilant about keeping books restocked and work spaces tidy and organized
- Enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and maintaining a pleasant disposition
- Unafraid of hard work, heavy lifting at times, and long days on one’s feet
Special considerations:
- We are looking for a long-term, 22.5hr/wk employee who will become engaged with the community
- Five shifts of 4.5 hours per week, between the hours of 10 am and 7 pm, spread over seven days a week; we try to keep a steady monthly schedule, but flexibility is required and must be able to work mornings, afternoons, and weekends
- Compensation is hourly, with the potential for more hours during the holiday season
- For your convenience having access to a car will be helpful, as public transportation is limited
To apply:
Maxima Center is dedicated to offering books, events, gifts, and employment that reflect and honor the lives of all people. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds.
To apply for the Bookseller position at Maxima Book Center in Lexington:
Fill out our ONLINE APPLICATION
OR
Download & print a hard copy application, fill it out, and e-mail it to [email protected] (or drop it off in person at either store)
Gift Sales Associate in Arlington, MA
Brief role description:
We are looking for an enthusiastic and energetic part-time gift sales associate to help our customers find the perfect gifts, while also merchandising and restocking gift displays in keeping with the overall vision and aesthetic of the gift department.
Responsibilities:
- Make customers feel welcome and be knowledgeable about our gift offerings
- Assist with merchandising, ensuring displays and products are well stocked and reflect our gift aesthetic
- Price and restock daily
- Make personalized recommendations to customers of all ages
Requirements:
- Previous experience working in a retail setting
- Visual merchandising, art/design, and/or creative background is a plus
- Energetic team player who is open to learning and takes direction well
- Skilled at providing exceptional customer service
- Effective communicator
- Excellent time and task management
- Dependable and punctual
- Detailed-oriented, organized, and vigilant about keeping displays and workspaces tidy
- Enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and maintaining a pleasant disposition
- Unafraid of hard work, heavy lifting at times, and long days on one’s feet
- Passionate about merchandise and books, preferred
- Interest in business-oriented social media is a plus
Special considerations:
- We are looking for a long-term, 22.5hr/wk employee
- Five shifts of 4.5 hours per week, between the hours of 10 am and 7 pm, spread over seven days a week; we try to keep a steady monthly schedule, but flexibility is required and must be able to work mornings, afternoons, and weekends
- Compensation is hourly, with the potential for more hours during the holiday season
To apply:
Maxima Center is dedicated to offering books, events, gifts, and employment that reflect and honor the lives of all people. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds.
To apply for the Gift Sales Associate position at Maxima Gift Center in Arlington:
Fill out our ONLINE APPLICATION
OR
Download & print a hard copy application, fill it out, and e-mail it to [email protected] (or drop it off in person at either store)
