Bookseller

Harvard Book Store, Boston, MA

Harvard Book Store is hiring full-time booksellers for its new downtown Boston location opening Fall 2026. Pay starts at $17.00 per hour, with weekend shifts at 1.25 times the regular wage. The employer marked this job as open to applicants with a criminal record.

What the posting says about criminal records

The employer marked this job as open to applicants with a criminal record.

Last checked Oct 27, 2026. Policies can change, so confirm with the employer before you apply.

Overview

Booksellers handle a wide range of tasks, from receiving shipments and shelving books to ringing up sales and answering customer questions. The role requires availability for morning, evening, and weekend shifts, and the ability to stand for long periods and lift boxes up to 50 pounds. The employer marked this job as open to applicants with a criminal record.

Requirements

• Passion for books
• Retail or book industry experience preferred, especially customer service
• Reliability and punctuality
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Comfort with Google Workspace, Slack, and iMrchnt inventory software
• Ability to stand for long periods and lift boxes up to 50 pounds

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Job details

Location

Boston, MA

Pay

$17 per hour

Job type

Full-time

Industry

Retail

Posted

Sep 30, 2026

Drug test

Not stated