Mission-Driven Retail Associate – Thrift Store

The Salvation Army USA Central Territory; Belton (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision & Hearing

403b Retirement Savings Plan

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

The Salvation Army USA Central Territory is seeking a Store Sales Associate I to join our thrift store team. You will deliver friendly customer service, assist with donations, and handle transactions at the register while upholding the organization’s mission and values.

You’ll balance cash, maintain organized displays, and work with a team to meet sales goals, with flexibility for mornings, evenings, weekends, and some holidays. This role supports a mission-driven workplace in a retail setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or currently pursuing one
• Retail, customer service, or cashiering experience preferred
• Basic computer and cash-handling skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities
• Must be able to lift/move up to 50 lbs regularly and occasionally team lift up to 100 lbs
• Ability to stand for extended periods and work in a store environment that may be dusty or experience temperature changes

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent customer service and represent The Salvation Army’s mission and values
• Greet donors and shoppers and assist with transactions at the register
• Operate POS system and handle cash transactions accurately
• Open, close, and balance cash drawers per TSA policies
• Maintain a clean and organized store by restocking, straightening racks, and cleaning work areas
• Ensure merchandise is displayed properly and replenished regularly
• Follow all policies regarding the sale of donated goods
• Work collaboratively with team members and store management
• Support store productivity benchmarks and contribute to sales goals
• Be available for flexible scheduling, including mornings, evenings, weekends, and some holidays

Skills

Customer service

Cash handling

Communication skills

Basic computer skills

Stand and walk

Education

High school diploma

Job description

The Salvation Army USA Central Territory is seeking a Store Sales Associate I to join our thrift store team. You will deliver friendly customer service, assist with donations, and handle transactions at the register while upholding the organization’s mission and values.

You’ll balance cash, maintain organized displays, and work with a team to meet sales goals, with flexibility for mornings, evenings, weekends, and some holidays. This role supports a mission-driven workplace in a retail setting.