Retail Sales Associate (PM)

salvarmycareers; Gurnee (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b)

Voluntary life insurance

Vacation days

Personal days

Sick days

Paid holidays

Job summary

The Salvation Army Thrift Store in Gurnee, IL is seeking a part-time Retail Sales Associate. You will provide friendly customer service, handle sales at the POS, and help maintain a clean, organized store while processing and displaying merchandise. This role supports our mission and requires a reliable, team-oriented mindset.

Pay rate is $15.00–$16.00 per hour with a schedule up to 28 hours per week. Shift is 4:30pm–8:30pm, including Saturdays; benefits include basic PT perks and retirement

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or currently pursuing.
• Strong English communication for customer interactions and teamwork.
• Basic computer skills and ability to learn new systems.
• Flexible schedule including evenings, holidays and weekends.
• Professional appearance and reliable team member.

Responsibilities

• Greet customers and provide exceptional service.
• Process sales using the POS system and balance at close.
• Keep store clean, organized and restocked.
• Help meet daily production and display goals.
• Contribute to a positive shopping environment.

Skills

Customer service

English communication

POS system

Basic computer skills

Team player

Flexible schedule

Education

High School Diploma or currently pursuing

Tools

Point of Sale (POS) system

Job description

Retail Sales Associate - The Salvation Army Thrift Store

About The Salvation Army

The Salvation Army is an international movement and part of the universal Christian church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination. Our thrift stores play a vital role in funding our community services and providing affordable shopping options to our neighbors.

About the Role

Join our team in "Doing the Most Good" as a Store Sales Associate. We're seeking friendly and enthusiastic individuals who will help create a welcoming shopping experience for our diverse community of customers and donors. This role combines customer service, retail operations, and mission-driven work to support The Salvation Army's community programs. You'll be an essential part of our team, transforming donations into resources that directly support our mission of serving those in need in our community.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional customer service by greeting customers and offering assistance
• Process sales transactions accurately using our Point of Sale system 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

Required 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. Including evenings/night, holidays, & weekends.
• Professional appearance and adherence to dress code
• Reliable and team-oriented mindset

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand for extended periods
• Capability to move throughout the store
• Physical ability to handle merchandise and maintain store appearance

Training and Development

• Comprehensive POS system training provided
• Expected POS system proficiency within 3 months
• Ongoing professional development opportunities

What Success Looks Like

• Accurate and efficient sales transactions
• Positive customer feedback
• Clean and organized store environment
• Meeting daily production and sales goals
• Strong team collaboration
• Reliable attendance and punctuality

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.

Pay Rate : $15.00-$16.00

Status: Part-time, up to 28 hours

Shift: 4:30pm-8:30pm (hours may vary, includes Saturday)

Part-Time Benefits Package

Insurance & Financial Benefits

• 403(b) retirement savings plan (immediate eligibility)
• Voluntary life insurance options available

Paid Time Off (Pro-rated for part-time)

• Vacation days (accrual begins after first month, eligible after 90 days)
• Personal days (eligible after 90 days)
• Sick days with discretionary days
• Paid holidays (immediate eligibility)