Thrift Store Sales Associate

1 week ago


Salina, Kansas, United States The Salvation Army USA Central Territory Full time

Job Objective: Responsible for managing and pricing items available for purchase. Processes transactions, calculates totals, accepts payments, and provides change for customers in a thrift store setting by executing the following responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Efficiently handle merchandise in accordance with the standards established by the Store Manager
  • Price items that are not marked
  • Organize and hang clothing as directed
  • Restock racks, shelves, counters, or tables with merchandise
  • Maintain cleanliness of shelves, counters, or tables
  • Process customer purchases
  • Operate the cash register, manage payments, and provide change
  • Package or bag items for customers
  • Assist in setting up displays and arranging merchandise to enhance sales
  • Foster positive customer relations by providing prompt and courteous assistance
  • Monitor and manage the rotation and expiration of merchandise
  • Ensure proper usage of assigned equipment
  • Maintain cleanliness of the building and grounds, removing trash and donated items
  • Keep restrooms, foyer, trash, windows, and floors clean
  • Report any complaints, damages, or concerns to management
  • Support the mission of The Salvation Army
  • Perform additional duties as assigned by the thrift store manager or corps officer

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: High School diploma or equivalent preferred

Experience: Retail experience is preferred but not mandatory

Certifications/Licenses: None required

Skills and Abilities:

  • Ability to effectively communicate information in one-on-one situations with customers, clients, and colleagues; bilingual (English and Spanish) preferred
  • Proficient in using basic office equipment including cash registers, copy machines, fax machines, and telephones
  • Ability to perform basic arithmetic operations
  • Capability to handle transactions involving American currency
  • Ability to comprehend and execute instructions provided in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form
  • Ability to collaborate effectively within a team environment

Supervisory Responsibility: None

Physical Requirements: Must be able to speak, hear, and see; possess excellent manual dexterity; lift, pull, and push materials weighing up to 30 pounds; bend, squat, and walk; stand for up to 8 hours per day. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions of this role.

Travel: None required

Driving: Not applicable

Working Conditions: Work is conducted in a typical retail store environment.

All employees acknowledge that The Salvation Army is a church and agree that they will not act in a manner that undermines its religious mission.

The Salvation Army Mission: The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

The Salvation Army is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates who are back-to-work, US Veterans, individuals with disabilities, those impacted by the justice system, and/or individuals without a college degree are encouraged to apply.



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