Store Associate

Community Action of Orleans and Genesee Inc.; Village of Albion (NY); On-site; USD 19,286 - 24,796; Part time

Job summary

Community Action of Orleans & Genesee, Inc. is seeking a Part-Time Store Associate for the Main Street Thrift, Gifts, and More Store in Albion, NY. The role focuses on delivering excellent customer service, processing sales, and maintaining a clean, organized sales floor.

Shifts are Mon-Tues 10:00AM-4:00PM and Thu-Fri 10:30AM-5:30PM. The position requires reliability, strong communication, and the ability to multi-task in a busy retail environment while upholding agency policies.

Qualifications

• Self-directed, responsible, organized and able to multi-task.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Retail experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Maintain retail floor merchandise in clean and organized condition.
• Stay updated on store sales, promotions, and procedures.
• Keep displays clean, neat and in good condition.
• Provide exceptional customer service at all times.
• Operate cash register and handle transactions accurately.
• Open and close the store following procedures.
• Learn and remain knowledgeable about agency services.
• Follow all store policies and protocols.

Skills

Self-directed and responsible

Organized

Multi-tasking

Attention to detail

Verbal communication

Written communication

Phone communication

Team player

Professional work ethics

Retail experience (plus)

Job description

EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Description

Community Action of Orleans & Genesee, Inc.

Position Description

Job Title: Store Associate-Part-Time

Department: Main Street Thrift, Gifts, and More Store

Reports To: Community Development and ROMA Manager

Supervises: N/A

Pay Grade: $16.00 hour

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Location: 131 South Main Street Albion, NY 14411

Work Hours: Mon-Tues 10:00AM-4:00PM, Thur-Fri 10:30AM-5:30PM

Status: Part-Time (hours vary)

I. Purpose and Summary of Responsibilities

The Store Associate is responsible for providing excellent customer service, assisting with sales, and maintaining the cleanliness, organization, and presentation of sales floor merchandise.

II. Essential Responsibilities

• Maintain retail floor merchandise in clean and organized condition.
• Stay updated on store sales, promotions, and operational procedures.
• Keep retail floor displays clean, neat, and in good condition.
• Provide exceptional customer service at all times.
• Prioritize safety for both staff and customers.
• Operate the cash register and handle transactions accurately.
• Open and close the store following established procedures.
• Demonstrate and maintain professional behavior, conversation, appearance, and work ethics.
• Follow all store and Community Action policies and protocols.
• Handle incoming donations per established procedures.
• Maintain confidentiality in accordance with agency policies.
• Learn and remain knowledgeable about Community Action services.

Additional Duties

• Perform general store cleaning as needed.
• Process merchandise and clothing donations as instructed.
• Complete other duties as assigned.

III. Marginal Responsibilities

• Participate in trainings and meetings as directed by the Director.
• Collaborate with other programs and staff within Community Action.
• Serve as backup for other staff when needed.

IV. Relationships

A. Internal

• Interactions: Community Action staff, customers, phone, and email communications.
• Supervision Received: Frequent - 15%
• Several times daily - 50%
• Occasional - 20%
• Limited supervision - 10%
• Minimal - 5%
• None - 0%

B. External

• Promote awareness of Community Action of Orleans & Genesee, Inc. and its programs and services to the community.

V. Work Environment

• Fast-paced and flexible retail environment.
• Work involves frequent interaction with a variety of people and changing priorities.
• Moderate background noise from phones, washer/dryer, customers, and office equipment.
• Noise from Main Street traffic is frequent due to store location.

Must be able to concentrate in an environment with constant activity and successfully multi-task. This is both a retail business and a training facility for developing hard and soft employment skills. Professional behavior and work ethics are required at all times.

VI. Physical Demands

• Sitting - 1% - Minimal sitting required
• Standing - 27% - While assisting customers or managing sales floor
• Lifting - 10% - Up to 30 lbs.
• Driving - 2% - For errands or related tasks
• Bending - 15% - Stocking and retrieving merchandise
• Walking - 45% - Moving between retail areas and storage

VII. Qualifications

Preferred (not mandatory):

• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record and insurance coverage as per agency policies.
• Access to a personal vehicle.

Required Skills and Abilities:

• Self-directed, responsible, organized, and able to multi-task.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to effectively communicate via phone.
• Ability to work well as part of a team under supervision and follow directives.
• Commitment to professional work ethics and a positive, stable work environment.
• Strong conflict resolution skills and ability to remain calm under stress.
• Retail experience is a plus.

VIII. Acknowledgement

I have read, understand, and agree to comply with this position description as well as all Community Action of Orleans & Genesee, Inc. Personnel Policies and Procedures outlined in the Employee Handbook. I understand that employment with Community Action of Orleans & Genesee, Inc. is at-will and may be terminated by either party at any time, for any reason.

This position is currently accepting applications.