Thrift Store Sales Associate — Flexible Hours & Impact

salvarmycareers; Ames (IA); On-site; USD 14,000 - 19,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

Sick time

Holidays

Life insurance (voluntary)

403(b) retirement plan

Voluntary benefits

Pension plan

Employee discount

Employee assistance program

Job summary

The Salvation Army Thrift Store in Ames, Iowa is seeking a friendly Retail Sales Associate. This part-time role (25 hours per week) includes evenings, weekends, and holidays with pay at $12 per hour.

You will greet customers, operate registers, restock merchandise, and keep the store tidy while supporting a welcoming shopping experience for donors and shoppers. Training is provided, with opportunities to develop retail and customer service skills in a team-oriented environment.

Qualifications

• Provide friendly customer service.
• Reliable attendance and punctuality.
• Basic math and computer skills.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Responsibilities

• Greet customers and provide friendly, helpful service.
• Operate the register and process sales transactions accurately.
• Open, close, and balance the register as assigned.
• Restock merchandise and keep displays neat and easy to shop.
• Sort, prepare, and move merchandise to the sales floor.
• Keep the store clean, safe, and organized.
• Work with team members to support daily sales and production goals.

Skills

Customer service

Punctuality

Communication

Teamwork

Basic math

Computer skills

Flexibility

Mobility

Education

High school diploma / pursuing

Tools

POS system

Job description

The Salvation Army Thrift Store in Ames, Iowa is seeking a friendly Retail Sales Associate. This part-time role (25 hours per week) includes evenings, weekends, and holidays with pay at $12 per hour.

You will greet customers, operate registers, restock merchandise, and keep the store tidy while supporting a welcoming shopping experience for donors and shoppers. Training is provided, with opportunities to develop retail and customer service skills in a team-oriented environment.