Thrift Store Clerk

The Salvation Army USA Central Territory; Fond du Lac (WI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

The Salvation Army USA Central Territory is seeking a Store Clerk to assist the Store Manager with daily operations, cash register duties, and customer service in the Fond du Lac store.

The role involves stocking, merchandising, handling donations, and maintaining security of cash. Valid Wisconsin Driver's License required for insurance clearance. Equal opportunity employer; veterans and others encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Education: High School or GED.
• Experience: Prior retail sales experience preferred.
• Certifications: Valid Wisconsin Driver's License with clearance to drive from TSA insurance.

Responsibilities

• Stock racks, shelves, counters, or tables with merchandise.
• Helps set up displays and arranges merchandise to promote sales.
• Remove unmarked items of merchandise to promote sales.
• Assist with sorting donations and hanging of clothing as requested. Operates cash register, accepting payment and making change.
• Wraps or bags merchandise for customers.
• Close and secure store as scheduled.
• Balance cash drawer for your shift and at end of day. Safeguard cash at all times.
• Perform phone duties.
• Receive donations and give proper receipt to donors. Assist with unloading the store truck.
• Attend staff and training meetings.

Education

High School or GED

Job description

Job Objective

Position will perform cash register duties, build positive customer relations, and assist the Store Manager in daily operations of the store.

Essential Functions

This job description should not be interpreted as all inclusive. It is intended to identify the essential functions and requirements of the position. Other job-related responsibilities and tasks may be assigned. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Stock racks, shelves, counters, or tables with merchandise
• Helps set up displays and arranges merchandise to promote sales.
• Remove unmarked items of merchandise to promote sales
• Assist with sorting donations and hanging of clothing as requested. Operates cash register, accepting payment and making change. Wraps or bags merchandise for customers.
• Close and secure store as scheduled.
• Balance cash drawer for your shift and at end of day. Safeguard cash at all times.
• Perform phone duties.
• Responsible to maintain good customer relations by giving prompt, courteous assistance to customers.
• Receive donations and give proper receipt to donors. Assist with unloading the store truck.
• Attend staff and training meetings.
• Use back guard provided when doing any substantial lifting of moving.
• Responsible to follow the policies, guidelines, and procedures of The Salvation Army and governmental regulations.

Relationships

The person in the position will maintain a close positive working relationship with the Store Manager, clerks, and volunteers. Additionally, they will have a positive working relationship with customers, donors, and other Salvation Army staff both locally and at the Division level.

Minimum Qualifications

The requirements listed below are representative of the minimal education, experience, skills, and/or abilities required for this position.

Education: High School or GED

Experience: Prior retail sales experience preferred

Certifications: Valid Wisconsin Driver's License with clearance to drive from TSA insurance.

The Salvation Army is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates who are back-to-work, US Veterans, people with disabilities, people who have been impacted by the justice system, and/or people without a college degree are encouraged to apply.