Job Description
Job
ID 15573
Location Centralia College Full/Part Time Full-Time Regular/Temporary Regular About Us VOTED BEST PLACE TO WORK IN LEWIS COUNTY 2025
Centralia College is on a 30-acre campus of modern buildings set among walking paths, lawns, and native plantings just a few blocks from the heart of Centralia, Washington. The college has served students in the Lewis County region since 1925 and is the oldest continuously operating community college in Washington State. The city of Centralia is a historic railroad and river shipping hub with a vibrant downtown and railway station. As a comprehensive community college, Centralia College offers academic transfer and workforce programs, as well as adult basic education, English as a Second Language (ESL), and personal enrichment classes. The college also offers five Bachelor of Applied Science degrees. In addition to the main campus in Centralia, Centralia College East in Morton is a smaller site that serves the needs of students in east Lewis County. Centralia College is committed to the success of all students, and thus also provides educational programs at two corrections centers in southwest Washington and one juvenile facility. In total, the college serves more than 4,800 students annually. For nearly 100 years, several generations of Lewis County residents have looked to Centralia College for their education and training needs. Centralia College is committed to student success, academic excellence, and enhancing and supporting our diverse community in an inclusive and equitable learning environment. We encourage applicants with demonstrated experience collaborating with, and serving, people from a wide range of backgrounds. For more information on Centralia College and the Centralia area, call 360-736-9391 or visit www.centralia.edu. Job Description Under general direction of the Director of Auxiliary Services, this position supervises bookstore operations and personnel, including ordering, receiving, sales, inventory management, cash control, visual merchandising, marketing and customer service activities; additionally, this position oversees the course material adoption/ordering cycle and acts with authority in the absence of the director. This role may require working extended hours, including weekends and evenings, to ensure sufficient coverage of store and satellite locations. Duties and Responsibilities Bookstore Supervisory Duties (50%) With delegated authority, interview and recommend selection of applications, train new employees, assign and schedule work, act upon leave requests, conduct annual performance evaluations and recommend disciplinary action. Supervise customer service, ensuring effective problem resolution, timely order fulfillment, and positive customer experiences; foster and establish a positive, collaborative and efficient work environment. Supervise and evaluate the sourcing, receiving, pricing and stocking of general merchandise; review financial statements and advise the director on purchases, expenses, and management of inventory. Establish and update policies and procedures for bookstore operations. Oversee visual merchandising; design and maintain visually engaging displays that enhance customer experience, promote products and supports sales goals. Lead marketing initiatives, manage social media accounts, ensuring regular content. Follow inventory schedules, assist with annual inventory, maintain accurate inventory records, investigate discrepancies and report concerns/changes to director. Ensure adequate security of facilities, stock and cash in department; act with authority in the absence of director. Performs related duties as required. Course Materials Cycle Duties (40%) Coordinate timely course material adoption collection; verify, approve, and post materials and pricing in compliance with federal, state, and college requirements. Oversee Day 1 Digital Access (D1DA) Inclusive Access program; link online materials with courses, coordinate with faculty, ensure accurate billing, information, and pricing through collaboration with departments, publishers, and vendors. Serve as the primary liaison to faculty, publishers, and vendors; research editions/formats, advise on options, and promote program and bookstore initiatives. Direct the sourcing, receiving, pricing, stocking of course materials; analyze inventory and course history, set competitive pricing, evaluate vendors and purchasing strategies to meet profit margin/goals, and ensure timely returns. Coordinate in-house print operations; print course packets, set production schedules, maintain print supply inventory and order equipment and supplies as needed. Oversee rental and buyback program, set pricing/quantities, ensure accurate information in bookstore system, coordinate with wholesalers on inventory and pricing and complete program closeouts on schedule. Auxiliary Services Support Staff (10%) Create requisitions and intra-districts, reconcile department p-card(s), submit invoices for payment and maintain accurate records; may order supplies as needed. Maintain accurate accounts receivable records and collaborate with agencies/departments to confirm account details and balances. Follow opening and closing store procedures; complete deposits and create balance sheets and promptly resolve discrepancies. Qualifications High school diploma or GED certificate AND two years of experience in retail sales. Full-time, college-level coursework with major study in retail merchandising, business, accounting, or marketing may be substituted year-for-year for required work experience. Conditions of Employment This is a 40 hours per week, 12-month position. Classified employees are represented by the Washington State Federation of State Employees (WFSE). The state of Washington provides a comprehensive benefits package for state employees. This position is fully in-person and based on campus. Remote work is not available for this role. DEADLINE
The position will close on May 31, 2026. The screening committee will begin their review June 1, 2026. COMPENSATION
Monthly Salary:
Range 40 ($3,581 - $4,653) APPLICATION PROCESS
Interested candidates may apply by submitting the following items: Online Application Cover Letter that addresses your interest in the position and ability to perform the responsibilities described in this announcement. Detailed résumé of all educational and professional experience that demonstrates how you meet the qualifications. List of at least three professional references with contact information. References are typically contacted after interviews. Eligibility to Work If you are hired, you will need proof of identity, and documentation of U.S. citizenship or legal authorization to work. The employer will not sponsor applicants for work visas. Centralia College is unable to extend post-completion optional practical training (OPT) to F-1 students who receive STEM degrees. Background Check Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position. Sexual Misconduct Pursuant to RCW 28B.112.080, applicants must declare whether they are the subject of any substantiated findings of sexual misconduct in any current or former employment or is currently being investigated for, or have left a position during an investigation into, a violation of any sexual misconduct policy at the applicant's current or past employers. By law, post-secondary education institutions cannot hire an applicant who does not complete this form. EEO Statement Centralia College has a strong institutional commitment to the principles of diversity in all areas. In that spirit, we strongly urge all qualified applicants, especially people of color, persons of disability, women, and disabled and Vietnam era veterans, to apply. Centralia College is an Equal Opportunity employer. It is the policy of Centralia College to assure equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination on the basis of race or ethnicity, creed, color, national origin, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, age (over 40), religion, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, or status as a disabled or Vietnam-era veteran. Centralia College does not discriminate in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in, its programs or activities. Designated Title II, VI, VII, IX, Section 504, ADA compliance officer: Vice President for Human Resources and Equity, Hanson Hall Room 101, Centralia College, 600 Centralia College Blvd, Centralia WA 98531-4099, (360)623-8943. The Human Resources Office is accessible for persons with disabilities. Those who need disability accommodation in the application/employment process, please call (360)623-8943. Jeanne Clery Statement Notice of Availability of Annual Security Report-Centralia College's Annual Crime/Security Report is available here, containing mandated information about current campus policies concerning safety and security issues, required statistics, and other related information. To obtain a paper copy of the report, please call 360-623-8947. Title IX Statement Centralia College is compliant with Title IX best practices. For more information visit, Title IX.
