Thrift Store Sales Clerk

Thrift Store Sales Clerk

The Salvation Army Thrift Store is a secondhand store featuring new and gently used items donated from our generous community. When you donate, you help build a selection for those in need to choose from as they need. When you purchase an item, your money goes to helps us provide our services. To help make a difference in your community, apply today!

The Thrift Store Sales Clerk will perform cash register duties, build positive customer relations, and assist the Store Manager in daily operations of the store.

• Stock racks, shelves, counters, or tables with merchandise
• Helps set up displays and arranges merchandise to promote sales.
• Remove unmarked items of merchandise to promote sales
• Assist with sorting donations and hanging of clothing as requested. Operates cash register, accepting payment and making change. Wraps or bags merchandise for customers.
• Close and secure store as scheduled.
• Balance cash drawer for your shift and at end of day. Safeguard cash at all times.
• Perform phone duties.
• Responsible to maintain good customer relations by giving prompt, courteous assistance to customers.
• Receive donations and give proper receipt to donors. Assist with unloading the store truck.
• Attend staff and training meetings.
• Use back guard provided when doing any substantial lifting of moving.
• Responsible to follow the policies, guidelines, and procedures of The Salvation Army and governmental regulations.
• Support the mission statement of The Salvation Army.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Education:

High School or GED

Experience:

Prior retail sales experience preferred

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.

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

The Salvation Army's brand promises to Do the Most Good® - and it's our employees that help us get there. At every level, you can have a real impact on your community through the work done inside our walls every day.

We are as impassioned about our employees as we are about our mission to help anyone in need without discrimination. Our culture reflects this quality, which makes our offices a seriously great place to work. Just walk inside our doors and you'll quickly see that our employees are proud to support programs that make a difference.

The Salvation Army recognizes that peace of mind is important to employees and their families. Because of this, we offer:

• Competitive salary
• Flexible schedules and a casual dress environment
• Generous paid time off benefits (vacation, sick time, personal time, and 11 paid holidays)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 support, resources, and referrals to help you in your work and personal life
• Insurance benefits: excellent health, dental, vision, life, disability
• Discounts available for pet insurance, auto insurance, and home insurance

Part-time employees with a regular work schedule of 20-29 hours per week are eligible for voluntary life benefits, prorated holiday pay and prorated paid time off.

Compensation: $14/hour, based on experience.