Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $15.75 - $21.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
health care
Dental
Vision
Retirement
deferred compensation plans
flexible spending accounts
Life insurance
long-term disability
Holidays
vacation
sick leave
Job Description
Jackson State University (JSU) is a prestigious historically black university located on the main campus in Mississippi. Dedicated to academic excellence, student success, and community engagement, JSU serves a diverse student body and offers a wide range of programs and services. The Department of Auxiliary Enterprises at JSU plays an essential role in enhancing campus life through various retail operations, vendor partnerships, and auxiliary services that support both the university's financial goals and the needs of its community. Auxiliary Enterprises contribute significantly to creating a vibrant, student-centered campus environment that embraces innovation, inclusivity, and operational excellence. This department manages retail... Show More
Job Requirements
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience
- 2-4 years of related experience in retail or auxiliary services
- Strong communication and organizational skills
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and POS systems
- Ability to support diverse populations
- Knowledge of JSU policies preferred
- Experience in event coordination
- Must be able to pass background checks and vendor compliance
- Eligible to work in the United States
Job Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Retail Management, Hospitality, Marketing, or a related field
- 2-4 years of experience in retail, auxiliary enterprises, contract/vendor management, or customer service operations
- Strong communication, organization, and analytical skills
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, POS systems, inventory software, and university enterprise systems
- Experience supporting diverse populations in a student-centered environment
- Experience working in higher education or an HBCU environment
- Knowledge of JSU business processes, Procurement policies, and Auxiliary Enterprises operations
- Experience in coordinating events, pop-up retail, student programs, or campus collaborations
Job Duties
- Coordinate day-to-day operations of JSU retail environments, including campus convenience stores, pop-up retail, dining retail, vending services, and contracted service locations
- Conduct site walk-throughs to ensure cleanliness, branding consistency, ADA compliance, and alignment with JSU safety and service expectations
- Monitor inventory flow, merchandising, customer service quality, and POS functionality
- Serve as the central liaison between JSU Auxiliary Enterprises and contracted vendors across campus (vending, retail partners, and ATMs)
- Coordinate vendor onboarding, background checks, insurance requirements, and compliance with JSU Procurement and Risk Management policies
- Track vendor performance indicators, service agreements, maintenance requests, and contract renewals
- Coordinate special retail programming that enhances student life, including student-led vendor fairs, pop-up shops, orientation retail, fan gear opportunities, and collaborative promotions with Campus partners
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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