Temporary Summer Part-Time

4 weeks ago


Portland, Oregon, United States Powell's Books Full time
Powell's Books, the world's largest independent bookstore, has openings for part-time and full-time Generalist positions at our Burnside store.

The generalist positions are part of a team involved in a variety of tasks, including:

  • Cashiering
  • Customer Service
  • Shelving


The successful candidates will have a strong and demonstrated commitment to excellent customer service, adaptability and flexibility, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, demonstrated experience ensuring accuracy in their work, and attention to detail.

Powell's Books is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We're committed to fostering a culture and environment of inclusion, empowerment, and respect – a place where everyone can show up fully as themselves and do their best work every day.


The starting wage for these positions is $15.45 per hour, with a wage increase to $17.00 effective the first day of the pay period following the 31st calendar day from hire.

The schedules are to be determined, but will be regular and consistent, and include one or both weekend days. Shifts may fall between 7am and 9pm. We're expecting these temporary positions to last through early September.

Powell's offers our temporary employees generous merchandise discounts, and many other perks.


Please include a cover letter with a brief description of relevant skills and experience and the reason why you're interested in this position.


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to view the full job description and apply through our careers website.

The closing date for these positions is Sunday, May 26th, 2024.
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