Donation Sorting & Thrift Operations Specialist

Blue Ridge Care; Front Royal (VA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

PTO

Paid Volunteer Time

Comprehensive Health Benefits

Tuition Reimbursement & Scholarships

Peer Support & Mentorship

30% Thrift Shop Discount

Growth Opportunities

Job summary

Blue Ridge Care is seeking a Central Sorting Specialist to oversee daily donation processing and sorting in our central processing area. You will sort, tag, and prepare items for distribution, working with staff and volunteers to keep the donation room organized and safe, while supporting thrift shop operations and community programs.

The role emphasizes teamwork, independent work, and proactive coordination with volunteers and leadership to ensure efficient operations and a positive donor

Responsibilities

• Sort, organize, and tag donations in accordance with Blue Ridge Care procedures.
• Process items designated for transfer to warehouse or thrift shop locations.
• Maintain orderly storage of items remaining in the donation room.
• Assist in thrift shop locations as needed with sorting and tagging clothing donations.
• Maintain an organized, clean, and safe donation room and surrounding areas year‑round.
• Track and maintain supply needs for the donation room, including supplies from the warehouse.
• Assist the warehouse team with loading and unloading truck deliveries.
• Work closely with volunteers, ensuring they have clear direction and the support needed to complete tasks.
• Provide accommodations as appropriate, including lifting totes or assisting with physical tasks.
• Collaborate effectively with staff bringing in, sorting, or transporting products.
• Communicate and cooperate with the Director of Thrift Operations, Vice President of Community Enterprise & Property Management, and other Blue Ridge Care staff as appropriate.
• Participate in regular meetings with the supervisor to review donation room operations.
• Act independently and responsibly to complete daily duties.
• Demonstrate the ability to receive constructive feedback and seek support or guidance as needed.
• Manage time effectively and ensure accurate, timely entry and approval of payroll in Paycom.
• Support Blue Ridge Care’s mission, values, and philosophy in all interactions.
• Maintain positive, professional relationships with the public, volunteers, and staff.
• Other duties as assigned.

Job description

Blue Ridge Care is seeking a Central Sorting Specialist to oversee daily donation processing and sorting in our central processing area. You will sort, tag, and prepare items for distribution, working with staff and volunteers to keep the donation room organized and safe, while supporting thrift shop operations and community programs.

The role emphasizes teamwork, independent work, and proactive coordination with volunteers and leadership to ensure efficient operations and a positive donor