Thrift Store Associate: Customer Service & Merchandising

The Salvation Army North & Central Illinois Division; Brainerd (MN); On-site; USD 19,286 - 20,664; Part time

Job summary

The Salvation Army North & Central Illinois Division is seeking a Thrift Store Associate in Brainerd, MN. This position involves creating a positive shopping and donation experience, managing cash transactions, and supporting the local community through merchandise sales.

Qualified candidates will have a high school diploma, customer service experience, and will pass background checks. The role is on-site with physical requirements including lifting and mobility. Wage is $14-$15 per hour for approximately 25 hours per week.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Customer services and/or retail experience preferred.
• Basic math skills required and previous experience handling cash a plus.
• Must pass background checks.

Responsibilities

• Provide a welcoming and positive shopping and donation experience for customers and donors.
• Operate the cash register accurately, efficiently, and quickly.
• Sort, clean, process, hang, and organize merchandise.
• Stock and maintain sales floor merchandise to drive sales.
• Accept and process donations and assist donors with unloading items.
• Perform light cleaning to maintain a tidy store environment.
• Assist customers with loading purchases as needed.

Skills

Customer service

Cash handling

Detail-oriented

Problem-solving

Multi-tasking

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

The Salvation Army North & Central Illinois Division is seeking a Thrift Store Associate in Brainerd, MN. This position involves creating a positive shopping and donation experience, managing cash transactions, and supporting the local community through merchandise sales.

Qualified candidates will have a high school diploma, customer service experience, and will pass background checks. The role is on-site with physical requirements including lifting and mobility. Wage is $14-$15 per hour for approximately 25 hours per week.