Posted date: December 1, 2025
Last Updated: December 1, 2025
Bookstore Assistant
The bookstore assistant is a new position at the Trent Valley Archives. Volunteers in this role will help us keep our daily operations running smoothly by processing book sales and other transactions through our new Square point of sale system and support one of our main revenue streams. Experience with Square or another retail point of sale system and an interest in local history are assets.
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- This is an In-Person Opportunity
- Allows for a Flexible Schedule
- Location is Not Accessible for those with mobility impairments
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Opportunity Start Date:
January 1, 2026
Opportunity End Date:
December 31, 2026
Typical Session Frequency
This Opportunity typically takes place Weekly.
Typical Session Duration
Each session typically takes 2-4 hours.
Total Opportunity Duration
The expected total duration is Ongoing / Indefinite.
Est. Total Hours
Application Process
Once you have applied for this position, we will get back to you within a few days to arrange a meeting with you to chat about the position, our expectations and your interests to see if this role is a good fit. Training sessions to familiarize you with Trent Valley Archives and the Square point of sale system will be held at a later date.
Point of Contact
Madison More
President
Application Requirements
- Separate Application Form
Specific Tasks / Responsibilities
Process Transactions
Our Bookstore Assistant volunteers will use our Square point of sale system to process transactions for books, memberships and other items, and be comfortable taking payments by card, cash, and cheque (making change when necessary).
Tidying the Bookstore
Our Bookstore Assistant volunteers will be responsible for tidying our bookstore area, ensuring our bookshelves are well stocked, and letting our Reading Room Manager know if a book is out of stock.
Assisting Visitors
Our Bookstore Assistant volunteers will be expected to assist visitors to our archives building with locating and purchasing books, renewing their membership, and other customer service tasks outside of helping visitors with research queries.
Other Administrative Tasks
Our Bookstore Assistant volunteers may also, if they are comfortable, perform other administrative duties during their shift, like answering phone calls.
Goals & Objectives
Our Bookstore Assistants will ensure that our bookstore remains open for visitors during our operating hours and that visitors are able to seamlessly make payments for purchases of books, memberships, and other items. As the sale of books, memberships, and other items make up a significant portion of our annual fundraising goal, they will also directly support one of our key revenue streams.
Volunteer Benefits
Customer Service Skills
Our Bookstore Assistants will have the opportunity to hone their customer service skills and learn how to operate a Square point of sale system in a stress-free environment.
Local History and Archives
Our Bookstore Assistants will have an opportunity to learn about archives and local history in this role.
Requirements & Tasks
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Specific Tasks / Responsibilities
Process Transactions
Our Bookstore Assistant volunteers will use our Square point of sale system to process transactions for books, memberships and other items, and be comfortable taking payments by card, cash, and cheque (making change when necessary).
Tidying the Bookstore
Our Bookstore Assistant volunteers will be responsible for tidying our bookstore area, ensuring our bookshelves are well stocked, and letting our Reading Room Manager know if a book is out of stock.
Assisting Visitors
Our Bookstore Assistant volunteers will be expected to assist visitors to our archives building with locating and purchasing books, renewing their membership, and other customer service tasks outside of helping visitors with research queries.
Other Administrative Tasks
Our Bookstore Assistant volunteers may also, if they are comfortable, perform other administrative duties during their shift, like answering phone calls.
