Thrift Store Clerk

TSA The Salvation Army TSA; Smiths Falls; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental benefits

Paid vacation and sick time

RRSP

Job summary

The Salvation Army in Smiths Falls, Ontario is seeking a temporary part-time thrift store associate for 24 hours per week over a three-month term. You will warmly welcome customers, handle cash and debit sales, and assist with processing donations and maintaining accurate records on daily transactions.

Responsibilities include sorting, pricing, stocking shelves, organizing displays, coordinating with volunteers, and upholding store policies and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Completion of Secondary School is required.
• Cash handling experience is required.
• Knowledge of cash register, debit machine and credit card processing is a definite asset.

Responsibilities

• Protect the integrity of all donated items.
• Handle cash and debit sales accurately.
• Process donations: load/unload, sort, price, store.
• Assist customers and donors in a friendly manner.
• Maintain store layout and displays; ensure tidy condition.
• Restock inventory as directed by supervisor.
• Work with volunteers as assigned.
• Adhere to store policy and safety procedures.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Analytical skills

Self-motivated

Team player

Strong communication

Integrity

Discretion

Education

Secondary School Diploma

Tools

Cash register

Debit machine

Credit card processing

Job description

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 world-wide Christian church, each year we help more than 2 million people, providing necessities such as food, clothing and shelter. In addition, we support people experiencing unemployment, addiction and family challenges. We continually adapt and innovate to meet emerging needs and live 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 the communities of our world.

Job Description

Accountabilities

Operations:

• Protect the integrity of all donated items.


• Hold in safe keeping keys and alarm codes to open and close the Thrift Store, when needed.


• Responsible for accurate completion of all customer transactions including cash and debit sales.


• Process raw materials by loading/unloading, sorting, packing, pricing, and storing donations.


• Interact with customers/donors in a positive, friendly, and courteous manner.


• Contribute to meeting store budgets by maintaining customer service standards.


• Possess knowledge of stock in order to respond to customer enquiries by phone/in person.


• Assist with store layout plans to attract customers, which include window displays and merchandise displays; ensures attractiveness of the store through “Tidy Maintenance”.


• Replenish inventory levels based on supervisor’s directions.


• Provide customer service and greeting customers.


• Unload donations and place stock in appropriate warehouse location.


• Contribute to the control of inventory by retrieving, sorting, hanging, and pricing as directed.


• Removal of inventory from sales floor as directed.


• Abide by store policy and procedures.


• Work with volunteers as assigned.

Communications

Inform your supervisor of all customer complaints, comments and concerns regarding customer service, prices, merchandise, etc.

Health and Safety

Contribute to the safety of staff and customers (e.g., snow removal, clear fire exits, cleans spillage). Maintain an attractive organized appearance of the store, tidy up and restock shelves, clean, sweep, dust, and mop as necessary.

Working Conditions

This is a temporary part-time position based on 24 hours per week for 3 months. Shifts will include Saturdays and weekdays, as per operational requirement. The work schedule is determined in consultation with your manager and may vary according to requirements of responsibility. Flexibility in scheduling is required. The Supervisor will set the hours of work and work schedule. This job requires the ability to stand for extended periods with frequent twisting, bending, crouching, and reaching is required Ability to lift/move 20 to 29 pounds. Hours Of Work: Work will be scheduled between Monday to Saturday, 8:45 a.m. to 5:15 p.m. as per operational requirements and includes a ½ hour unpaid meal break where applicable. Flexibility is required. Saturdays are a requirement.

Education, Qualifications and Certifications

Completion of Secondary School. Alternative combinations of education and experience may be considered.

Experience and Skilled Knowledge Requirements

• Have a minimum of three (3) months of prior related experience. Cash handling experience is required.


• Knowledge and experience using a cash register, debit machine and/or credit card processing is a definite asset.


• Basic math skills required.

Skills and Capabilities

• Attention to detail, problem solving and analytical skills.


• Self-motivated/disciplined.


• Lead by example, by demonstrating a strong work ethic and a willingness to learn and be flexible in the face of change.


• Ability to maintain information in confidence and exercise good judgement.


• Demonstrated ability to work independently and participate as an active and responsible team member in a cooperative team environment.


• Excellent interpersonal skills, integrity, and adaptability.


• Exhibit good listening skills, have strong oral/written communication skills.


• Ability to undergo applicable screening and background checks successfully that are satisfactory to The Salvation Army, in its sole discretion (i.e., The Salvation Army Abuse Registry) and provide an original copy of a Background Check.


• Ability and willingness to develop an understanding and support for the mission and purpose of The Salvation Army in Canada and its implications as related to position responsibilities.

Compensation

The target hiring range for this position is $17.60 to $19.85 with a maximum of $23.82. Placement in the salary range will be based on factors such as market conditions, internal equity, and candidate experience, skills, and qualifications relevant to the role. The Salvation Army will provide reasonable accommodation upon request. Please email [e-mail] if you have a need for any accommodation and we will be pleased to discuss this with you.

Our employees are motivated by the fulfillment and meaning they experience as they serve people in need across Canada and Bermuda. Whether at the front-lines or in a support role, as part of our team you’ll work alongside a diverse and skilled group of purpose-driven professionals, empowered to provide exceptional service. We deeply value the relationships we build in the workplace, as well as the opportunities given to us such as the potential to experience flexibility at work, receive health and dental benefits, paid vacation and sick time, RRSP’s, as well as to expand our skills and advance our careers as together we build a culture of continuous learning and growth. If you're looking for a career that allows you to find meaning, make an impact, and one that challenges you to grow and become the best version of yourself, join our dynamic team. There is a place for everyone to belong at The Salvation Army.