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Department:
Retail Store Operations
Position Type:
Student
Salary Range:
$17.60-$27.00-Hourly
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
24
Anticipated Start Date:
August 24, 2026
Length of Contract:
1 month
Posting Information
This job posting is now accepting applications from all qualified individuals.
Posting Closing Date:
August 7, 2026
Please note: jobs are posted until 11:59 pm on the job closing date.
Land Acknowledgment:
Algonquin College campuses in Ottawa and Pembroke are located on the traditional unceded, and unsurrendered territory of the Anishinàbe Algonquin People. The Algonquin People have inhabited and cared for these lands since time immemorial. We take this time to express our gratitude and respect to them and to the land for all that it has provided and will continue to provide.
IMPORTANT: Must apply online.
Under the day-to-day leadership of the Manager, Campus Store Operations, the incumbent will be required to assist in the delivery of goods to learners during start of term. The incumbent will be required to operate a cash register, assist students with obtaining course materials, greeting and welcome students to the store as well as assist with gathering merchandise to fill online orders.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Processing of cash register and accounts receivable sales. The incumbent must ensure the correct attribution of all merchandise sales to the proper retail department and the correct form of tender. (i.e. sponsored students, refunds, gift cards, department cards, cash, debit, cheque, credit and one card);
Incumbent will be required to assist learners in obtaining their Course Materials needs during the back to school period. Customers will provide their course numbers to the counter service staff who will identify the required resources, obtain them from the shelving areas and provide them to the learner for them to bring to the checkout area. It is also expected that incumbents will provide exceptional customer service to learners throughout their service interaction;
The incumbent will be required to gather merchandise to fill online orders received through the Campus Store website where the customer has indicated they would like to have their order shipped to their address via courier or picked up using our Click & Collect or Curbside service. Once gathered, these orders will be processed using the point of sale cash registers;
The incumbent will be expected to welcome/thank customers upon entering/leaving the store, track the number of customers in the store, and ensure capacity limits are not exceeded as well as ensure that COVID-19 precautionary measures are enforced. Should the security gates trigger an alarm, the incumbent will be required to assist clients with verifying their purchases and deactivating any security tags that may still be active, causing the alarm to sound. A positive, enthusiastic attitude is crucial for success in this role.
Required Qualifications:
High School Diploma or equivalent;
Minimum of one (1) year recent experience in handling cash;
Previous experience working in a bookstore environment is an asset;
Previous experience in an IT product sales position is an asset;
Currently attending a Full-time program.
* Vacancy is for (11 positions total)
P22553, P22554, P22555, P22556, P22557, P22558, P22559, P22560, P22561, P22563, P22566
* These positions are paid at Clerk General B - Pay Band 3
This position requires regular on-site work at Algonquin College’s Woodroffe (Ottawa) Campus.
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Compensation: Many roles offer a competitive base salary and comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, and retirement plans designed to support your well-being. Eligibility for benefits vary by position. Benefits | Careers
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Algonquin College values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and culturally respectful workplace. We offer an inclusive work environment and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, including Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, members of racialized groups, and individuals from diverse communities. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact the Human Resources department at humanresources@algonquincollege.com While we thank all those who apply, only those to be interviewed will be contacted.
