VCS - Retail Sales Associate - Durham NC

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Veterans Canteen Service (VCS) at the Department of Veterans Affairs in Durham, NC seeks staff to assist customers, process sales, and maintain store standards. The role requires standing for long periods, light lifting, and familiarity with POS systems. A REAL ID is required; prior service-industry experience is preferred.

Benefits include stable employment and opportunities for growth. Join a mission-driven team serving Veterans and their families in a busy retail environment with emphasis on

Qualifications

• Current REAL ID is required to work at Veterans Canteen Service.
• Excellent customer service skills and basic math for transactions.
• Must be able to stand, walk, bend, and lift up to 40 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Assists customers in locating products and provides detailed information.
• Handles sales transactions using a cash register with accuracy.
• Restocks merchandise and ensures correct labeling for display.
• Maintains a clean and organized store environment for a pleasant shopping experience.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

Cash handling

Communication

Tools

Point-of-sale systems

Retail software

Job description

Summary

Are you looking for a better work-life balance and opportunities to grow? Join an excellent organization that puts Veterans first for a fulfilling career! Since 1946 Veterans Canteen Service (VCS) has delivered the VCS benefits to millions of Veterans enrolled in the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Healthcare system - the largest Healthcare system in the United States.

Summary

Are you looking for a better work-life balance and opportunities to grow? Join an excellent organization that puts Veterans first for a fulfilling career! Since 1946 Veterans Canteen Service (VCS) has delivered the VCS benefits to millions of Veterans enrolled in the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Healthcare system - the largest Healthcare system in the United States.

Summary

Are you looking for a better work-life balance and opportunities to grow? Join an excellent organization that puts Veterans first for a fulfilling career! Since 1946 Veterans Canteen Service (VCS) has delivered the VCS benefits to millions of Veterans enrolled in the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Healthcare system - the largest Healthcare system in the United States.

Qualifications

Requirements: A current - valid REAL ID is required to work at Veterans Canteen Service. ?Excellent customer service skills Basic math skills for handling transactions. Requires constant standing - walking - and frequent bending. Must be able to lift or move objects weighing up to 40 pounds unassisted. One year of experience in the service industry is preferred but not required. Familiarity with retail software and point-of-sale systems is a plus.

Duties

• Duties: Assists customer in locating products & provides detailed information to enhance their shopping experience
• Handles sales transactions efficiently using a cash register - ensuring accuracy & customer satisfaction
• Restocks merchandise and ensures products are properly labeled for display
• Maintains a clean & organized store environment - ensuring a pleasant & efficient shopping experience
• Performs other duties as assigned.