Part-Time Store Associate (New Albany - Clarksville Thrift Store)

The Salvation Army North & Central Illinois Division; New Albany (IN); On-site; USD 13,638 - 19,424; Part time

Job summary

The Salvation Army North & Central Illinois Division is seeking a Store Associate for their Thrift Store in New Albany, Indiana. The Store Associate will help with day-to-day operations ensuring a friendly and efficient service, assisting customers and processing donations.

Requirements include a High School Diploma and the ability to complete training. No prior experience is needed, but retail experience is preferred. Candidates who contribute positively to the mission of The Salvation Army are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Must be able to complete mandatory Safe From Harm training within the first 90 days.
• Background check required.
• Retail marketing and sales experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate day-to-day operations of the Thrift Store.
• Greet and assist customers and donors.
• Sort, clean, display, and price donated items.
• Maintain cleanliness in sorting and storage areas.

Skills

Effective communication in English

Computer proficiency with Microsoft products

Positive interaction with public and donors

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

The Salvation Army – Thrift Store Store Associate

Salary Range Starting At: $12 per hour.

Job Description

As the Store Associate, you will help facilitate the effective and efficient day-to-day operation of the Thrift Store, ensuring that the Mission of The Salvation Army is effectively carried out.

What You Will Do

• Greet potential customers being friendly, responsive, and helpful.
• Assist donors, potential donors, and shoppers in a friendly respectful manner. Receive donations and provide receipts for donated goods to the donor.
• Sort, clean, display, store, and price donated items according to store procedures. There will be specific attention to seasonal items and bric‑a‑brac.
• Keep the sorting, storage and receiving areas clean and orderly. Make sure floors are swept clean and clear of debris, and trash is disposed of properly.
• Pull, remove, and recycle expired color of the week items according to store procedures.
• Assist with the bailing operation. Training and familiarity with the baler will be part of orientation. Heavy lifting is required.
• Learn and adhere to store policies and procedures.
• Other tasks as assigned by leadership.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: High School Diploma or equivalent.

Background Checks: Position requires a background check to be completed, and all background check results will be reviewed.

Experience: None required, but experience in retail marketing and sales preferred.

Certifications: Must complete mandatory Safe From Harm training within the first 90 days of employment.

Skills / Abilities

• Able to speak, write and understand English in a manner sufficient for effective communication with leadership, field personnel, and clientele.
• Computer proficiency with Microsoft products and ability to learn electronic reporting systems.
• Able to interact positively with the public and with donors.
• Able to work well as part of a team.

Supervisory Responsibility

No supervisory responsibilities.

Physical Requirements

• Good speaking, hearing and vision ability, and excellent manual dexterity.
• Lifting, pulling, and pushing of materials up to 25 pounds.
• May require bending, squatting, walking.
• May require standing for extended periods.

Travel

Position may require occasional travel for training.

Working Conditions

Work is performed in a retail and warehouse environment; may require working weekends and evenings.

Equal Opportunity Employment

All employees recognize that The Salvation Army is a church and agree that they will do nothing as an employee of The Salvation Army to undermine its religious mission.

The Salvation Army is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates who are back‑to‑work, US Veterans, people with disabilities, people who have been impacted by the justice system, and/or people without a college degree are encouraged to apply.

This job description should not be interpreted as all inclusive. It is intended to identify the essential functions and requirements of the position. Other job‑related responsibilities and tasks may be assigned. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.