Donation Center Associate & Driver | Sorting & Delivery

The Mustard Seed; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The Mustard Seed is seeking a Donation Centre Associate and Driver in Edmonton to receive, screen, and sort donations, then pack and deliver orders to the Thrift Store or Community Impact Centres. You will interact with donors and volunteers to ensure a positive experience.

Responsibilities include coordinating with the warehouse team, maintaining inventory records, and assisting with outreach efforts. The role requires a Class 5 license and a willingness to work in a Christian ministry

Qualifications

• Experience driving a transit van.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; data entry is an asset.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to support front-line programs.
• Knowledge of designer labels, collectibles, and seasonal trends is an asset.
• Strong communication, customer service, problem solving, and conflict resolution skills.
• This role requires strong interpersonal skills when engaging with volunteers, donors and colleagues.
• A self-starter who can work in a cross-functional team with diverse needs.
• Experience in a volunteer-based organization is an asset.
• Passionate about serving in a Christian organization focused on helping people living in poverty.
• Valid Class 5 driver’s license and clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Receive incoming donations, screening and sorting items according to quality standards and program needs.
• Pack orders and deliver to the Thrift Store and Community Impact Centres.
• Pickup items from partnering businesses and organizations.
• Communicate the ministry story and build rapport with volunteers and donors.
• Guide volunteers and groups with sorting and packing donations.
• Maintain accurate reporting of donations, inventory, and outgoing items.
• Contribute ideas to improve donor relations, goods stewardship, and process efficiency.
• Provide occasional coverage at The Thrift Store; training will be provided.
• Maintain warehouse cleanliness and a safe workspace.
• Participate in staff training and meetings with supervisor.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Transit van driving

Interpersonal skills

Strong communication

Customer service

Problem solving

Conflict resolution

Self-starter

Team player

Data entry

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Mustard Seed is seeking a Donation Centre Associate and Driver in Edmonton to receive, screen, and sort donations, then pack and deliver orders to the Thrift Store or Community Impact Centres. You will interact with donors and volunteers to ensure a positive experience.

Responsibilities include coordinating with the warehouse team, maintaining inventory records, and assisting with outreach efforts. The role requires a Class 5 license and a willingness to work in a Christian ministry