Thrift Store Worker

Job Description

Position Summary

The Store Associate at The Northern Division Salvation Army Owatonna Thrift Store is responsible for ensuring customers and donors have a positive experience visiting the store. The Associate processes donated goods, stocks merchandise, and assists customers shopping and checking out.

20-25 hours/week, $11.50/hour

1810 South Cedar Ave

Essential Functions

Store Associates will be cross trained in all essential functions. The associate may perform a variety of essential functions throughout their shift or be assigned to a few specific essential functions.

• Create a positive, enjoyable shopping and donation experience for customers and donors.
• Accurately, efficiently, and quickly operate the cash register.
• Process, sort, clean, hang, organize, and bail merchandise.
• Stock and maintain merchandise on the floor to increase product visibility and sales.
• Process donation drop-offs, assist donors with unloading donations, and issue receipts.
• Perform light cleaning throughout the store.
• Assist customers with loading purchases as requested.

Education and Experience

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Customer services and/or retail experience preferred.
• Basic math skills required and previous experience handling cash a plus.
• Must pass background checks.

Competencies

• Flexible interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills.
• High level of initiative and self-motivation.
• Ability to problem-solve, multi-task, and prioritize

Working Conditions

• Must be able to stand for long periods of time. Ability to walk, bend, stand, lift, and carry.
• Must be able to regularly lift 40 pounds and occasionally 60 pounds.
• Must be able to communicate clearly in English.
• Not eligible for a remote-friendly work environment.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None.

Travel Requirements

None.

Other Duties

All employees recognize that The Salvation Army is a church and agree that as an employee of The Salvation Army they will support its religious mission.

This job description is not all inclusive. It is intended to identify the essential functions of the position. Other duties, responsibilities, and tasks may be assigned by supervisor.

Additional Information

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.

Fair Chance Hire

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

Benefits

The Salvation Army offers a competitive benefits package including:

• Medical/Dental/Vision/Hearing
• Disability and Life Insurance
• Felixible Spending Accounts
• 403(b) Retirement Accounts
• Pension Plan
• Generous Time Off

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