Sales Associate I

The Salvation Army USA Western Territory; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

The Salvation Army USA Western Territory is looking for a dedicated Sales Associate I to assist in operating the Thrift Store for the Reno Adult Rehabilitation Program. You will be responsible for various tasks including stocking goods, operating the cash register, and maintaining customer relations.

The ideal candidate must be at least 21 years old, have a valid Nevada Class C Driver License, and demonstrate strong skills in customer service and cash handling. This role requires physical stamina and the ability to maintain a clean store environment.

Qualifications

• Must have previous retail experience.
• Ability to handle cash and operate a cash register.
• Must be 21 years or older and have a valid Nevada Class C Driver License.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the operation of the Thrift Store for the Reno Adult Rehabilitation Program.
• Maintaining store appearance and ensuring it is clean and orderly.
• Providing courteous assistance to all customers and handling telephone inquiries.

Skills

Cash handling

Customer service

Time management

Multitasking

Retail knowledge

Job description

The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical 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.

BASIC PURPOSE

The purpose of the Sales Associate I is to assist The Salvation Army in the operation of the Thrift Store for the Reno Adult Rehabilitation Program. This job description is a broad outline of responsibilities.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Stock, clean, rag out goods, operate the cash register and prepare daily paperwork.
• Responsible for keys to open and/or close store.
• Responsible for maintaining good customer relations and giving prompt, courteous assistance to all customers.
• Answer telephone in a courteous fashion and direct caller to appropriate department.
• Ensure store appearance is clean and orderly.
• Responsible for janitorial duties: e.g., cleaning windows, vacuuming, dusting, sweeping, cleaning bathrooms, etc. as assigned by management.
• Other duties as assigned by Store Manager or Assistant Manager.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND OTHER QUALIFICATIONS REQUIREMENTS

• Must be able to handle cash, make change and operate register.
• Must be able to take instructions and carry them out without direct supervision.
• Knowledge of merchandise preferred.
• Previous retail experience a plus.
• Good rapport with customers.
• Strong ability to utilize high levels of time management and multitasking.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

1. Must possess a valid Nevada Class C Driver License, and ability to drive a Salvation Army vehicle.
2. Must be 21 years or older.
3. Complete The Salvation Army vehicle course training.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to sit, walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel, and twist on an intermittent or sometimes continuous basis.
• Ability to grasp, push, and/or pull objects.
• Ability to reach overhead.
• Ability to operate telephone.
• Ability to lift (50) pounds non-continuously.
• Ability to operate a computer.
• Ability to process written, visual, and/or verbal information.
• Ability to operate basic office equipment and tools.

Qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation. A qualified person with a disability may request a modification or adjustment to the job or work environment in order to meet the physical requirements of the position. The Salvation Army will attempt to satisfy requests as long as the accommodation needed would not result in undue hardship.

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