Thrift Store Donation Specialist

The Salvation Army USA Western Territory; Poway (CA); On-site; USD 19,286 - 26,174; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth

Paid time off

Employee Stores Discounts

Great Work Perks Discounts

Employee Referral Bonuses

Medical, Dental, and Vision

Health and fitness Fitbit Devise

Retirement Plan

Legal Advice MetLife

Pet Insurance

AFLAC

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

The Salvation Army USA Western Territory is hiring a Donation Attendant for the Santee Thrift Store. You will help collect and prepare donated items, issue receipts, and support drivers with loading donations while ensuring area cleanliness and safety.

Flexibility is required as stores operate seven days a week; background checks are mandatory, and full-time scheduling may include evenings, weekends, and holidays. This role offers opportunities for career growth and employee discounts.

Qualifications

• High School diploma/GED preferred.
• Must pass background check (Criminal History & Sex Offender Registry).
• Ability to read/write and follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to communicate effectively with management, co-workers, customers, and donors.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and clean Donation trailer/pod area at start and end of shift.
• Assist donors with receipt of donated items and provide receipts.
• Maintain reports and paperwork as instructed by Supervisor.
• Sort donated materials into proper containers and stack materials as directed.
• Assist TSA PA/Drivers with loading donations onto trucks as needed.
• Inform supervisor of needed items (e.g., brooms, receipts, totes, carts).
• Secure and lock Donation trailer/pod at shift end.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

The Salvation Army USA Western Territory is hiring a Donation Attendant for the Santee Thrift Store. You will help collect and prepare donated items, issue receipts, and support drivers with loading donations while ensuring area cleanliness and safety.

Flexibility is required as stores operate seven days a week; background checks are mandatory, and full-time scheduling may include evenings, weekends, and holidays. This role offers opportunities for career growth and employee discounts.