Thrift Store Sales & Donations Associate (Part-Time)

The Salvation Army; San Leandro (CA); On-site; USD 23,419 - 27,552; Part time

Job summary

The Salvation Army in Alameda is seeking a part-time Sales Associate/Material Handler at the Alameda Thrift Store. The role combines front-line customer service with light stocking and donation processing, supporting store operations and donor relations.

Applicants should be a high school graduate, comfortable operating a POS system, and able to pass a background check. The position offers a multistate charitable work environment with flexible scheduling including weekends.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience operating a POS/Cash Register.
• Ability to communicate effectively with management, fellow employees, customers, and donors.

Responsibilities

• Greet customers and donors and provide prompt, courteous assistance.
• Stock items to be merchandised on the sales floor per Salvation Army standards.
• Sort donations for processing according to Salvation Army standards.
• Maintain store appearance and cleanliness; perform assigned cleaning tasks.
• Follow POS/Cash Register policies and TSA procedures.
• Follow safety policies and report hazards to managers.
• Work flexible hours, including evenings, Saturdays, Sundays and holidays.

Skills

POS/Cash Register operation

Background check

Communication with staff/customers/don

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

The Salvation Army in Alameda is seeking a part-time Sales Associate/Material Handler at the Alameda Thrift Store. The role combines front-line customer service with light stocking and donation processing, supporting store operations and donor relations.

Applicants should be a high school graduate, comfortable operating a POS system, and able to pass a background check. The position offers a multistate charitable work environment with flexible scheduling including weekends.