Sales Associate /Material Handler - Oakland Store

The Salvation Army USA Western Territory; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 19,707 - 28,067; Part time

Job summary

A community-focused nonprofit organization is seeking a Part-Time Sales Associate/Material Handler for their Oakland Main Store. The role involves assisting customers, processing donations, and maintaining store cleanliness. Ideal candidates will have strong customer service skills and previous experience with a POS system. Flexibility in scheduling is essential, as shifts may include evenings and weekends. Join this mission-driven organization that values community engagement and social support.

Qualifications

• High School graduate or equivalent required.
• Must be able to operate POS/Cash Register.
• Must pass background check including Criminal History and Sex Offender Registry.

Responsibilities

• Ensure customer needs are met by providing prompt assistance.
• Stock items on the sales floor per Salvation Army standards.
• Sort donations according to established standards.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the store.
• Assist donors and ensure proper handling of donations.

Skills

Detail Oriented

Communication

Teamwork

Leadership

Customer Service

Education

High School graduate or equivalent

GED

Tools

POS System

Job description

Sales Associate/Material Handler, Oakland Main Store

Part Time / Pay Rate: $17.34

Mission Statement

THE SALVATION ARMY MISSION STATEMENT: 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.

Responsibilities

1. Ensure Customer/Donor needs are met by greeting all Customers and Donors and giving prompt, courteous assistance.
2. Stock priced items ready to be merchandised on the sales floor in accordance with Salvation Army Standards.
3. Sort donations to be processed in accordance with Salvation Army Standards.
4. Assist in the maintenance of the store to keep it clean, neat and organized. Perform cleaning duties as assigned by Store Manager, Assistant Manager, Shift Supervisor and District Sales Manager:
   • Cleaning Windows
   • Dusting
   • Cashwrap Area
   • Fitting Rooms
   • Bathrooms
   • Stockroom and Breakroom
   • Sweeping and Mopping
   • Donation Area
5. Maintain assigned department within the store per TSA Merchandising Standards.
6. Follow all POS/Cash Register Policies in accordance with TSA Policies and Procedures.
7. Maintain safety standards and report any hazards/problems to the managers.
8. Follow all HR policies and procedures.
9. Attend required Monthly Store Meetings.
10. Follow all Dress Code Policy in accordance with the TSA Policies and Procedures.
11. Work schedules are determined by Management and employee must be flexible to ensure adequate store coverage at all times. Part‑time associates may be scheduled to work any part‑time shift including evenings, Saturdays, Sundays and holidays.
12. Receive, unload, and stock incoming inventory items accurately and efficiently.
13. Provide Quality Assurance by inspecting products for defects and damages.
14. Maintain and clean up the area in and around the donation trailer/pod at the beginning and end of each shift.
15. Courteously assist the donor in the removal of all donated items from the donor's vehicle and provide receipt.
16. Separate and sort all donated material into the proper containers, and properly stack material as instructed by the Store Manager.
17. Perform other written or verbal duties as may be assigned by the Store Manager, Assistant Manager, Shift Supervisor and District Sales Manager and Command Administration.

Qualifications

• High School graduate or equivalent.
• Must be able to operate POS/Cash Register.
• Must pass background check, which will include Criminal History and Sex Offender Registry.
• Ability to communicate effectively with management, fellow store employees, customers and donors.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit, walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel, and twist on an intermittent or continuous basis.
• Ability to grasp, push, pull objects such as files, file cabinet drawers, clothing carts, merchandise carts, rolling clothing racks, fixtures, furniture dollies, platform trucks and carts, hand trucks and miscellaneous carts.
• Ability to operate a telephone.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to perform various repetitive motion tasks.

Behaviors

• Detail Oriented - Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well.
• Leader - Inspires teammates to follow them.
• Team Player - Works well as a member of a group.
• Enthusiastic - Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest.

Education

• High School or Equivalent (required)
• GED (required)

Experience

• 2 years: Experience working with POS System (required).
• 2 years: Retail Customer Service (required).

Equal Opportunity Employer
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