Retail Sales Associate (PM)

salvarmycareers; McHenry (IL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b) retirement savings (immediate)

Voluntary life insurance

Vacation days (accrual)

Personal days

Sick days

Paid holidays

Job summary

The Salvation Army in McHenry, IL is seeking a part-time Retail Sales Associate to help create a welcoming shopping experience for donors and customers. This role blends customer service, retail operations, and mission-driven work to support our community programs.

You will greet customers, handle sales at the POS, maintain the store, and contribute to a positive environment. A HS diploma or pursuit, basic computer skills, and reliable, team-oriented attitude are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or currently pursuing.
• Strong English communication for customer and team interactions.
• Basic computer skills and ability to learn new systems.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule.
• Professional appearance and dress code adherence.
• Reliable and team-oriented mindset.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional customer service by greeting customers and offering assistance.
• Process sales transactions accurately using POS 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.

Skills

Strong English communication

Basic computer skills

Flexible schedule

Professional appearance

Reliable and team-oriented mindset

Education

High School Diploma or pursuing

Tools

POS system

Job description

About the Role

Join our team in "Doing the Most Good" as a Retail 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 andoffering assistance

• Process sales transactions accurately using ourPoint of Salesystemincluding 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

What You'll Need to Succeed

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

• 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 andmaintainstore appearance

Training and Development

• Comprehensive POS system training provided

• Expected POS systemproficiencywithin 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 teamcollaboration

• 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 beenimpactedby the justice system, and/or people without a college degree are encouraged to apply.

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)

Status:Part-time, up to 28 hours per week (includes Saturday)

Hours: 10:00am-2:00pm (hours may vary)