Thrift Store Clerk

The Salvation Army in Canada; Sydney; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization is seeking a Store Clerk/Sales Associate to provide exceptional customer service, manage inventory, and assist in store operations. This role is ideal for individuals aged 15-30, funded by the Government of Canada through the Canada Summer Jobs program. Responsibilities include meeting sales budgets, maintaining store tidiness, and ensuring safety for staff and customers. The position offers a dynamic work environment with exposure to various challenges and opportunities for personal growth.

Qualifications

• Responsible for providing service to customers and maintaining store operations.
• Requires a Criminal Background Check satisfactory to The Salvation Army.

Responsibilities

• Meet store sales budgets through excellent customer service.
• Replenish inventory and manage stock to prevent shrinkage.
• Complete customer transactions accurately.

Skills

Customer Service

Inventory Management

Cash Handling

Education

Completed public school education

Job description

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Who We Are
For more than 130 years, The Salvation Army has served people in need in communities across Canada and Bermuda. Building on our roots as a worldwide Christian church, each year we help more than 2 million people by providing necessities such as food, clothing, and shelter. We also support those experiencing unemployment, addiction, and family challenges. We continually adapt and innovate to meet emerging needs, living out our mission, vision, and values of hope, service, dignity, and stewardship. As a faith- and values-based organization, we hire and serve people of all backgrounds and walks of life—there is a place for everyone to belong here.

Mission Statement
The Salvation Army exists to share the love of Jesus Christ, meet human needs, and be a transforming influence in our communities.

Job Description
Position Purpose and Summary: The Store Clerk/Sales Associate provides service to customers, sorts incoming products, and assists the manager in maintaining store operations.

This position is funded by the Government of Canada through the Canada Summer Jobs program.

Who Can Apply:
- Aged between 15 and 30 years on the start date
- Have a valid Social Insurance Number (SIN)
- Learn more about the program

Eligibility:
- Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or refugee status in Canada
- International students and temporary residents are not eligible

Key Responsibilities:

• Meet store sales budgets through excellent customer service
• Attract customers via store layout, window, and merchandise displays; ensure store tidiness
• Replenish inventory as directed by supervisor
• Manage inventory by sorting, pricing, and monitoring to prevent shrinkage
• Ensure safety of staff and customers (e.g., snow removal, fire exits, cleanliness)
• Complete customer transactions accurately (Visa, debit, etc.)
• Perform other duties as assigned

Note: Not all incumbents will perform all duties but will handle similar tasks.

Qualifications and Education:
Completed public school education or equivalent; alternative levels of experience may be considered.

Required Certifications:
Criminal Background Check satisfactory to The Salvation Army.

Prior Experience:
Up to three months of related experience, including life skills.

Skills and Capabilities:

• Physical effort: standing, twisting, bending, reaching, lifting, etc.
• Concentration: visual monitoring and working with numbers

Financial Responsibility: Responsible for small cash transactions; minimal input into budgeting.

Human Resources Responsibility: Responsible for own work and demonstrating work methods to others if needed.

Work Environment: Typically in-store, with possible exposure to disagreeable conditions like odors, fumes, or verbal abuse. Shift work varies.

Hazards and Precautions: Exposure to minor hazards such as physical attacks, chemicals, moving objects, and risk of injury. Precautions include universal precautions, gloves, and fatigue mats.

Compensation: $15.70 to $16.90 per hour, up to $20.28, based on experience and qualifications. Reasonable accommodations available upon request.