retail sales associate

Government of Canada; Halifax; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A public sector employer in Halifax seeks a retail assistant for a second-hand clothing store. The role includes operating the cash register, assisting customers, and displaying merchandise. The candidate must have a secondary school graduation certificate and a positive attitude. This position offers on-site work without remote options and provides training. Benefits include free parking.

Benefits

Free parking available

Qualifications

• Will train regardless of prior experience.
• Maintenance of cash register and operational duties.
• Knowledgeable in types of merchandise.

Responsibilities

• Operate cash register and handle transactions.
• Assist customers in selecting merchandise.
• Display merchandise attractively in the store.

Skills

Art or fashion design experience

Excellent oral communication

Collaborative

Time management

Proactive

Hardworking

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Job description

Overview

Languages: English

Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience: Will train

On site: Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Green job: This position is a green job. Green jobs contribute to environmental preservation, conservation, and restoration. The employer states that this position is a green job because it involves tasks and responsibilities contributing to positive environmental outcomes and helping Canada achieve its net-zero target. This information was provided by the employer; it was not verified by Job Bank.

Work setting

Second hand store

Clothing store

Responsibilities

• Operate cash register
• Provide advice about merchandise
• Assist in display of merchandise
• Greet customers and discuss type, quality and quantity of merchandise or services sought for purchase, rental or lease

Experience and specialization

• Art or fashion design experience
• Footwear
• Children's clothing

Specialization or experience

• Green economy sector

Additional information

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Repetitive tasks
• Standing for extended periods

Weight handling

• Up to 9 kg (20 lbs)
• Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Personal suitability

• Collaborative
• Efficiency
• Hardworking
• Integrity
• Positive attitude
• Proactive
• Quick learner
• Time management
• Dependability
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player
• Excellent oral communication

Benefits

• Free parking available