(NEW STORE) - Donations Processor - Austin, MN - (Full-Time)

Goodwill-Easter Seals Minnesota; Austin (MN); On-site; USD 40,688,793 - 55,933,315; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Health insurance

Dental

Vision

401(k)

Job summary

Goodwill‑Easter Seals Minnesota in Austin, MN is hiring a Donations Processor (Full-Time) to handle donated goods, assist donors, and support daily operations. The role emphasizes strong customer service, adherence to policies, and alignment with Goodwill’s mission.

Typical schedule ranges across days, nights, and weekends, with a focus on 35–40 hours per week. The position offers competitive pay and benefits; lifelong learning and advancement opportunities exist within a values-driven nonprofit

Qualifications

• Ability to effectively communicate with supervisors, employees and customers.
• Ability to work independently and coordinate multiple projects simultaneously.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to prioritize.
• Strong attention to details.
• Ability to interact with a diverse population in a human services setting.
• High level of initiative and self-motivation.
• Perseverance and commitment to getting the job done.
• A typical full-time schedule is 35-40 hours per week and requires: Open schedule availability including a combination of days, nights, and weekends, totaling at least 35 hours per week; and Willingness and ability to be cross-trained, and to train in new employees.

Responsibilities

• Store Operations: Follows policies and procedures and executes directives in a timely manner.
• Customer Service: Creates a high level of customer service throughout the store ensuring customers experience a welcoming atmosphere.
• Services and Programs: Provide a work environment to train and develop participants in achieving their goals.
• Safety: Help contribute to a safe, welcoming environment for employees and customers.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Organization

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

(NEW STORE) – Donations Processor – Austin, MN – (Full-Time)

Job Category : Retail

Requisition Number : AUSTI015116

• Posted : July 10, 2026
• Full-Time

Locations

Showing 1 location

Austin Store
1301 18th Ave NW
Austin, MN 55912, USA

Austin Store
1301 18th Ave NW
Austin, MN 55912, USA

This position is responsible for receiving donated goods while providing excellent customer service to Goodwill donors. Responsible for sorting donated goods and delivering them to the merchandise pricing staff to meet daily production standards and goals. Promotes and adheres to Goodwill‑Easter Seals’ mission and values.

A day in the life

In a typical day, a Donations Processor can expect to...

• Store Operations: Follows policies and procedures and executes directives in a timely manner.
• Customer Service: Creates a high level of customer service throughout the store ensuring customers experience a welcoming atmosphere.
• Services and Programs: Provide a work environment to train and develop participants in achieving their goals.
• Safety: Help contribute to a safe, welcoming environment for employees and customers.
• Pay Range: $14.20 - $19.52/hr
• Goodwill‑Easter Seals Minnesota (GESMN) prioritizes work‑life balance. We offer competitive pay, flexible hours, generous paid time off (PTO) program, competitive medical, dental and vision plans, employer‑paid life insurance, 401(k) plan with employer match, employee discount!

Work-life balance: No overnights or late closing shifts, and limited holiday hours

GESMN retail locations are closed New Year’s Day, Easter Sunday, Independence Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve, and Christmas Day!

Opportunities for career development and advancement

About You

Ability to effectively communicate with supervisors, employees and customers

• Ability to work independently and coordinate multiple projects simultaneously
• Excellent organizational skills
• Ability to prioritize
• Strong attention to details
• Ability and desire to provide excellent customer service
• Ability to interact with a diverse population in a human services setting
• High level of initiative and self‑motivation
• Perseverance and commitment to getting the job done
• A typical full‑time schedule is 35‑40 hours per week and requires:
  • Open schedule availability including a combination of days, nights, and weekends, totaling at least 35 hours per week; and
  • Willingness and ability to be cross‑trained, and to train in new employees.

Prior Experience & Education

• 0‑3 years of relevant experience preferred
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred

About Us

Goodwill‑Easter Seals Minnesota is a 501(c)3 nonprofit that has been creating career possibilities together with partners since 1919. Many people know Goodwill stores, but don’t know store proceeds support nearly 20 programs for job seekers to access resources and find careers that lead to advancement.

Star Tribune Top Workplace 6 years running.

Goodwill‑Easter Seals Minnesota (GESMN) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. GESMN will not discriminate against any employee or applicant based upon a person’s race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, disability, status with regard to public assistance, age, sexual or affectional orientation, gender identity, familial status, ancestry, local human rights commission activity, citizenship, genetic information, protected veteran or military status, or any other categories protected by law.

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