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We’re Hiring!

Due date for applications is Sunday, March 15th.

General Tasks:

  • Opening or closing the bookstore, and managing the store throughout the day
  • Engaging with customers, providing information about the bookstore and events, handling requests, ringing up purchases and handling cash
  • Answering calls, emails, and social media messages
  • Managing and delegating volunteers
  • Coordinating individual tasks with other managers
  • Processing incoming books – deciding which books to take, and then pricing and categorizing them (we will train thoroughly on this task; we know most folks have no prior experience)

We also have more specific duties that are assigned based on employee skills and preferences, such as:

  • Putting together content and posting for social media
  • Updating event calendars online and in store
  • Tracking local author purchases and events
  • Event planning and organization
  • Volunteer coordination
  • Kids story time planning
  • Craft event planning
  • Facilitating book clubs

Please email with any employment questions (do not call or message on social media). Application can be found here.

Location/Contact Info

2200 Mount Vernon Ave
Alexandria, VA 22301
703-299-3080

TCBdelray@gmail.com

Shoppers are welcome to park in spots #6, and #41-44 in the parking lot behind the building. (No permit required!)

Winter Hours!

Sunday-Tuesday 11am-6pm
Wednesday 11am-9pm (Open late for game nights, but shopping is also welcome!)
Thursday 11am-6pm
Friday 11am-7pm
Saturday 10am-7pm

Donations are accepted 12pm-4pm daily.

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