ReStore Associate

Greater Rochester Habitat; Town of Canandaigua (NY); On-site; USD 17,000 - 23,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

401(k) retirement plan with company...

Paid Time Off (PTO) includes vacation

Twelve paid holidays

Volunteer Time Off (VTO)

Job summary

Greater Rochester Habitat for Humanity is seeking a part-time ReStore Associate to assist with daily store and warehouse operations, customer service, and donor relations. This role includes pricing donations, maintaining the sales floor, and supporting volunteers and cash register activities.

The position emphasizes safety, teamwork, and community impact in our local Habitat stores. Candidates should have retail or nonprofit experience, a strong customer service mindset, reliable work ethic,

Qualifications

• Enthusiasm for the mission and vision of Greater Rochester Habitat for Humanity.
• Experience in retail, customer service, or non-profit work preferred.
• Customer Service Mindset.
• Experience working with volunteers a plus.
• Self-motivated, reliable, and a team player.
• Good problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal communication skills.
• Valid New York State Driver’s License and clean record (CDL not required).
• Basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional customer service to shoppers and donors, fostering a welcoming atmosphere.
• Answer customer questions in person, by phone, and via email, promptly and courteously.
• Receive, price, and process donated items.
• Maintain inventory on the sales floor and ensure an inviting shopping experience.
• Support cash register operations as needed.
• Cultivate lasting relationships with a diverse group of volunteers, providing leadership and encouraging teamwork and camaraderie.
• Assist with housekeeping and maintenance of the store and warehouse.
• Help maintain a safe store environment. Demonstrate safe practices and provide safety guidance to volunteers as needed (especially when moving bulky or heavy items).
• As a ReStore Donation Driver: Drive safely, demonstrating exemplary driving skills and courtesy to others.
• Thank all donors for their support and offer information on how their contributions impact Habitat’s mission and work in the local community.
• Complete donation paperwork and other documentation as required.
• Screen donations and politely decline items that do not meet our criteria.
• Safely load, secure, transport, and unload donations.

Skills

Customer service

Retail experience

Volunteer coordination

Problem solving

Communication skills

Team player

Computer skills

Valid NY Driver’s License

Reliability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

FLSA Status:

non-exempt

Reports to:

ReStore Manager & Assistant Manager

GENERAL

The role of the ReStore Associate is to assist with general operations of the ReStore, servicing the needs of both shoppers, donors, and volunteers. The ReStore Associate assists customers with sales and requests for information, processes and organizes donations, thanking donors for their support, and works closely with our volunteers. As an integral part of our team, this position has a significant impact on the success of our ReStores and our ability to raise funds and awareness in support of Habitat’s mission.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide exceptional customer service to shoppers and donors, fostering a welcoming atmosphere.
• Answer customer questions in person, by phone, and via email, promptly and courteously.
• Receive, price, and process donated items.
• Maintain inventory on the sales floor and ensure an inviting shopping experience.
• Support cash register operations as needed.
• Cultivate lasting relationships with a diverse group of volunteers, providing leadership and encouraging teamwork and camaraderie.
• Assist with housekeeping and maintenance of the store and warehouse.
• Help maintain a safe store environment. Demonstrate safe practices and provide safety guidance to volunteers as needed (especially when moving bulky or heavy items).
• As a ReStore Donation Driver:
• Drive safely, demonstrating exemplary driving skills and courtesy to others.
• Thank all donors for their support and offer information on how their contributions impact Habitat’s mission and work in the local community.
• Complete donation paperwork and other documentation as required.
• Screen donations and politely decline items that do not meet our criteria.
• Safely load, secure, transport, and unload donations.

Additional Duties

• Participate in fundraising and events.
• Act as an ambassador to promote the mission and values of Habitat for Humanity.
• Assist with maintaining building safety and accessibility, including sidewalk snow removal.

Our part time employees receive the following benefits:

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

401(k) retirement plan with company match (3%)

Paid Time Off (PTO) includes vacation and sick time, and accrues at these rates (based on hours worked; prorated for those working less than 40 hours worked per week):

• 1st year of employment: 12 days per year
• 2nd through 4th year: 20 days per year
• 5th through 9th year: 25 days per year
• 10th year and beyond: 30 days per year

Twelve paid holidays to celebrate

Volunteer Time Off (VTO): Additionally, we find value in each of us making our own positive impacts in our communities. We will pay you to volunteer a day per year to get involved and make a difference!

Requirements

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

• Enthusiasm for the mission and vision of Greater Rochester Habitat for Humanity.
• Experience in retail, customer service, or non-profit work preferred.
• Customer Service Mindset
• Experience working with volunteers a plus.
• Self-motivated, reliable, and a team player.
• Good problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal communication skills.
• Valid New York State Driver’s License and clean record (CDL not required).
• Basic computer skills.

Work Environment:

• Works in retail store and warehouse environment, as well as outdoors and on the road (driving), during inclement weather, heat, and humidity. Noise levels will be loud at times.

Physical Demands:

• Sitting, walking, and/or standing for extended periods.
• Climbing, bending, and kneeling.
• Regularly moving up to 50 pounds individually, and heavier items with assistance.

Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent.

This job description in no way implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employee(s) will be required to follow any other job related instructions and to perform any other job related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.