Job Description

Mariners Church is a biblically-centered, non-denominational church located in Southern California focused on inspiring people to follow Jesus and fearlessly change the world. Mariners is listed as one of the top 20 largest churches in America by Outreach Magazine. We are a community of ordinary people from all walks of life courageously trusting God to do the extraordinary. Simply put, we trust God to do what we can’t—heal, transform, renew, forgive, provide and sustain. Through the redemption story of each believer, God is glorified, lives are changed and communities are impacted in a significant way. Come and be part of a new season of growth as Mariners Church responds to God’s call in launching new congregations.

Job Description

The Bookstore Operations Coordinator reports to the Bookstore Director, and provides operational support to the team through logistics, communication, and follow-up tasks. As a full-time position, the Coordinator’s schedule is generally Monday-Friday, but frequently requires some weekends for a total of 40 hours per week. This position is non-exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).

Responsibilities

• Responsible for knowing the Irvine Bookstore daily operations.
• Support the Bookstore Director with priorities and directives of the Irvine Bookstore.
• Assist the Operations Team as needed - including conducting inventory counts and correcting discrepancies
• Communicate with the Santa Ana and Oceanside stores and fulfill their product needs
• Plan, execute and partner with the congregation point of contact to distribute media such as Annual Reads, Rooted and Deep Dive books and other All-church initiatives.
• Track inventory for outgoing books to congregations
• Work with merchandise manager to select and transfer products to other stores
• Support congregations with POS sales assistance technology
• Help maintain the Bookstore website
• Work extra shifts during large all-church events, holidays and special events.

Qualifications

• Education - Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in operations management.
• Experience - Minimum of two years of retail experience
• Technical Proficiencies - Experience with Google email, docs and sheets. 
• Communication Skills - Strong written and verbal skills required
• Other Skills - Logistics, organizational skills, leading and supporting others.
• Local travel is required for this position

Preferences 

• Familiarity with Shopify and Stocky helpful
• Maintenance of Bookstore website

Physical Demands

• Medium work that includes moving objects up to 40 pounds. 
• Pushing heavy carts
• Standing, walking and being on your feet is required for some shifts.

Additional Information

All Mariners Church Staff:

• Love Jesus and call themselves Christians.
• Embrace a high biblical standard of personal conduct and lifestyle.
• Agree to and adhere to the church's statement of faith and leadership commitment. 
• Attend Mariners Church.

We believe the total combination of your pay, benefits, and opportunities aligned with your calling will ensure that you and your family are provided for. The following items are just a sample of the things we offer for full-time employment:

• Health insurance (medical, dental and vision)
• 403b Retirement Saving Plan
• Paid vacation
• Paid time off to serve
• Discounts at the Mariners Cafe and Bookstore
• Tuition discount for Mariners Church Preschool 
• Opportunity to attend ministry events and conferences
• Working alongside a community of supportive, like-minded believers

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