We're Hiring for the PBC Book Fair Team!

Phoenix Book Company provides a new book fair experience to customers around the valley. We are proud to offer fairs with a high level of customer service and are currently seeking Seasonal Independent Book Fair Specialists to join our team.

This job might be perfect for you if you are retired or semi-retired and looking for seasonal daytime work; a college student with available daytime hours; in a gap year or newly entering the work force. If you love reading and have a passion for books - all members of our book fair team also gain access to awesome book discounts!

Primary Duties:

Specialists provide Book Fair Set-Up, Merchandising, Re-Stock, and Take-Down services. These will occur on-site at the book fair. Specialists may be responsible for managing multiple fairs at once.

• Strong customer service and interpersonal skills are a must.
• PBC Book Fairs are table top fairs. Set-up includes table arrangement; linens, box risers, and signage displays; unpacking and merchandising all books for sale; arranging each section according to PBC guidelines; and may include giving a tour the fair and its features to the customer. Must be able to stand and lift up to 40lb boxes.
• Re-Stocks are provided to fairs on an as-needed case-by-case basis. Specialists will coordinate with PBC to determine availability and may be responsible for picking up restocks from the PBC warehouse and delivering them to the school.
• Take-Down services include boxing and packing away all remaining book fair materials and preparing them for pickup and transit. Specialists may also need to take down any notes and concerns from customers and relay them to PBC.

Specialists May Also:

• Depending on the schedule, Independent Specialists may also be called on to help with the pulling, turning, or packing of Book Fairs at the PBC warehouse. On some occasions specialists accompany our Delivery and Pick-Up team.
• Analyze the upcoming schedule of fairs to determine their book fair infrastructure and content needs/desires.
• Assess, plan, and coordinate with PBC to ensure each fair receives the proper infrastructure and stock levels.
• Other tasks/duties as needed. 
• PBC is also looking for reliable delivery and pick up drivers. If you are interested in applying for a joint role; please indicate this on the form below. Job description for drivers can be found here .
  • Know a great driver? Apply as a team! 

Job Requirements:

• Experience in customer service and retail merchandising preferred.
• Knowledge of children’s and YA books, Book Fairs, and School Activities or Mobile Event Planning is desired.
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written.
• Ability to manage a flexible schedule with multiple priorities.
• Work hours will vary according to schedule, but availability during school hours is a must.
• Reliable and Dependable - can keep a schedule with set appointments.
• Strong organizational skills and detail orientation.
• Business Casual attire and appearance required for on-site work.
• Valid and current driver’s license with good driving record, reliable transportation, and insurance.
• Ability to obtain an Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card (Work takes place on Public School Property; clean background checks are required.)
• Ability to lift/carry up to 50 lbs, and push/pull carts on wheels up to 300 lbs preferred
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Job Type: Seasonal/1099

Schedule: Flexible/as needed; availability during school hours is a must

Team Applications Accepted: One submission per team; please fill in primary contact information.