VCS Sales Clerk- Hines IL

US-Department-of-Veterans-Affair; Hines (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Veterans Canteen Service in the Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a retail associate to provide friendly, customer-focused service to Veterans and their families in a fast-paced environment.

The role emphasizes accurate transactions, merchandise assistance, and maintaining a clean, welcoming store. This position supports the VA healthcare system and offers opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• One year of experience in the service industry is preferred but not required.
• 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.
• Familiarity with retail software and point-of-sale systems is a plus.

Skills

Customer service

Mathematics

Physical stamina

POS familiarity

Tools

POS systems

Retail software

Job description

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.

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.