Assistant Bookstore Manager

The Research Foundation - State University of New York 

SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry
1 Forestry Drive, Syracuse, New York 13210-2778

ANNOUNCEMENT OF PART-TIME VACANCY: June 11, 2026

Title: Clerk II
Campus Title: Assistant Bookstore Manager
Unit: Alumni – ESF Bookstore
Salary Range: $20,000 - $21,000 at 50% 18.75 hours per week

The State University of New York College of Environmental Science and Forestry (SUNY ESF) Alumni Association is seeking a part-time in-person Assistant Manager for the ESF College Bookstore. The ESF College Bookstore is an exclusive retailer for ESF memorabilia items through both the on-campus location and the online store with current annual gross sales of approximately $225,000. Responsibilities include supporting the day-to-day operation of the Bookstore, inventory assessment and stocking, providing customer service, and supporting the work of the Office of Alumni Relations to support our ESF community.

Brief Description of Duties:
• Support daily store operations
• Maintain professional and welcoming environment for customers
• Perform cash register duties and process orders, both in-store and online
• Assist with order fulfillment, invoicing, billing, and physical inventory
• Support inventory intake processes and the preparation of inbound and outbound shipments
• Assist with store displays and setup for campus events (e.g., Open House, Graduation)
• Support the execution of sales promotions for various target audiences
• Provide content ideas for online marketing through the ESF College Bookstore’s Facebook page, Instagram, and the online store
• Serve as acting Bookstore Manager during periods of absence, including vacations, illness, or other leave
• Assist the Office of Alumni Relations with events, mailings, and other tasks as needed

Required Qualifications:
• 1 or more years of customer service experience
• Strong literacy, numeracy, and computer proficiency
• Ability to work with some independence
• Some evening and weekend hours are required (advance notification provided)
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds, carry, shelve, bend and stretch in the performance of Bookstore operations

Preferred Qualifications:
• 1-2 years retail experience
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills
• Previous experience with the Shopify POS system

Date to Be Filled: As soon as possible after application deadline 

Application Deadline: Although applications will be accepted until the position is filled, candidates should submit their application by July 3, 2026, to assure optimal consideration.

Application Procedure: Employment application is required to be submitted on-line at http://www.esf.edu/hr/ Attach cover letter, resume and contact information for three employment references.

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As an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer, The Research Foundation for SUNY will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant's race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy-related conditions, reproductive health decisions, childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status, age, national origin or ancestry, marital status, familial status, citizenship, physical and mental disability, prior arrest or conviction record, genetic characteristics/genetic information, predisposition or carrier status, domestic violence victim status, military status or service, veteran status, or any other characteristics protected under federal, state or local law.
 

The Research Foundation for The State University of New York offers exceptional benefits such as healthcare, dental, vision, pension plans, competitive pay, generous paid time off, life insurance and long-term disability insurance.

The Research Foundation for the State University of New York is not an agency or instrumentality of the State of New York. Employees of the Research Foundation for the State University of New York are not state employees, do not participate in any state retirement system, and do not receive state fringe benefits. The Research Foundation for the State University of New York operates under a contract with The State University of New York and receives no directly appropriated state funding.