Donation Processing & Donor Service - PT Evenings/Weekends

Grkroccenter; Gurnee (IL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b) retirement savings plan

Voluntary life insurance options

Paid time off (pro-rated for part-time

Job summary

The Salvation Army Thrift Store in Gurnee is seeking a Donation Processing Associate for part-time hours up to 20 per week. You’ll be the first contact for donors, handling donations, and supporting community programs. The role requires weekend/evening availability and helps maintain a welcoming donation area.

Responsibilities include greeting donors, processing donations, and guiding on acceptable materials, while staying compliant with safety and center policies. Equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or in progress.
• Strong English communication for donor and team interactions.
• Basic math and computer skills; willingness to learn new systems.
• Ability to pass pre-employment background check.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional donor service by greeting donors and offering assistance.
• Process and track donations accurately.
• Maintain a clean and well-organized donation area.
• Sort, load, and unload Salvation Army trucks per center policy.
• Power sort donations as they arrive (where applicable).
• Support production processes as needed.
• Safeguard all donated materials and assigned equipment.
• Report any complaints, damage, or injuries in the donation area.
• Guide donors on acceptable materials and pickup services for heavy items.

Skills

English communication

Basic math

Basic computer skills

Flexible schedule

Education

High School Diploma or currently pursuing

Job description

The Salvation Army Thrift Store in Gurnee is seeking a Donation Processing Associate for part-time hours up to 20 per week. You’ll be the first contact for donors, handling donations, and supporting community programs. The role requires weekend/evening availability and helps maintain a welcoming donation area.

Responsibilities include greeting donors, processing donations, and guiding on acceptable materials, while staying compliant with safety and center policies. Equal opportunity employer.