Part-Time Bookstore Manager
Approximately 30 hours/week, 10:00-4:00 Monday-Friday, other hours as needed.
Bluebird Books is an independent bookstore dedicated to connecting readers with great books, thoughtful recommendations, and a welcoming community space. We’re looking for a dependable, organized, and book-loving Part-Time Bookstore Manager to help lead day-to-day store operations and create a warm, engaging experience for our customers.
Position Overview:
The Part-Time Bookstore Manager plays a key role in keeping the bookstore running smoothly. This person will support daily operations, oversee staff during shifts, assist customers, manage inventory, and help maintain the inviting atmosphere that makes an independent bookstore special.
Responsibilities:
• Open and/or close the bookstore as scheduled
• Provide excellent customer service and personalized book recommendations
• Supervise staff and support daily workflow during assigned shifts
• Process sales and handle register/POS transactions accurately
• Receive, shelve, organize, and track incoming inventory
• Help maintain store displays, merchandising, and overall appearance
• Assist with reorders, stock management, and special orders
• Support bookstore events, author visits, book clubs, and community programming
• Handle customer questions, concerns, and special requests professionally
• Help manage social media and promotions
Qualifications:
• Previous retail, bookstore, or customer service experience preferred
• Supervisory or management experience strongly preferred
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Comfortable multitasking in a retail environment
• Reliable, self-motivated, and detail-oriented
• Passion for books, reading, and community engagement preferred
• Ability to lift boxes of books and stand for extended periods
• Familiarity with POS systems, inventory software, or basic office tools is a plus
We’re looking for someone who is:
• Friendly and approachable
• Confident leading a shift independently
• Organized and proactive
• Excited about supporting an independent bookstore and its local community
Schedule & Availability:
• Part-time, approximately 25-30 hours per week
• May involve some weekends as needed, some flexibility is expected from both sides
Pay & Benefits:
• $18.00/hour
• Excellent employee discount on books and merchandise
• Access to advanced reader copies of books
• Opportunity to be part of a creative, community-centered small business
How to Apply:
Please send your resume and a brief note about why you’d like to work at Bluebird Books to bluebirdbooks22@outlook.com. Please note, this is not a summer-only position.
