Full-Time Thrift Store Sales Associate - Make a Difference

Omaha Kroc; Oak Lawn (IL); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

The Salvation Army in Oak Lawn, IL is seeking a friendly Store Sales Associate to help create a welcoming shopping experience while supporting our community programs. This role blends customer service, retail operations, and mission-driven work to transform donations into resources that fund programs for those in need.

You will greet customers, process sales with the POS system, maintain store appearance, and help meet daily production goals.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or currently pursuing.
• Strong English communication skills for customer and team interactions.
• Basic computer skills and ability to learn new systems.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule.
• Professional appearance and adherence to dress code.
• Reliable and team-oriented mindset.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional customer service by greeting customers and offering assistance.
• Process sales transactions accurately using POS including opening, closing, and balancing.
• Maintain store appearance through cleaning, organizing, and restocking.
• Help meet daily production goals by processing and displaying new merchandise.
• Contribute to a positive shopping environment.

Skills

Strong English communication

Basic computer skills

Reliable and team-oriented

Flexible schedule

Professional appearance

Education

High School Diploma or currently pursuing

Tools

POS system

Job description

The Salvation Army in Oak Lawn, IL is seeking a friendly Store Sales Associate to help create a welcoming shopping experience while supporting our community programs. This role blends customer service, retail operations, and mission-driven work to transform donations into resources that fund programs for those in need.

You will greet customers, process sales with the POS system, maintain store appearance, and help meet daily production goals.