Thrift Store Worker; Part-Time

Summary of Position

Manage donated clothing and items by sorting, pricing, and appropriately displaying items received. Lifting heavy boxes and picking up items at their location as needed. Must be able to operate an electronic cash register and accurately make monetary transactions.

$12.42 per hour, 19 hours a week

201 Star St, Mankato, MN 56001

High school diploma or GED, and you must be at least 18 years of age. Possess an aptitude in both written and oral communication, be trustworthy in confidential matters, and be well organized and efficient. Helpful, courteous, and respectful demeanor, with ability to work well with fellow employees and volunteers, take supervision from thrift store management and demonstrate concern for thrift store customers.

The qualified candidate must be able to pass The Salvation Army's clerical screenings and MVR driver qualification. Must pass background checks and be willing to support the mission of The Salvation Army. It must be understood that the provisions of Safe From Harm will apply upon commencement of employment and that the required Safe From Harm training be satisfactorily completed within the first thirty (30) days of employment.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Fill out donation receipts for donors.
• Maintain a positive, cooperative and friendly atmosphere when dealing with donors.
• Occasionally stock items in the store.
• Help clean and organize any area you are working in at the end of shift before punching out.
• Run a cash register.
• Assist in other duties as may be requested by store management and/or officers.

Responsibilities in Handling Donations:

• Occasionally sort donated items.
• Place clothing and items on display in the appropriate sales area as needed.
• Throw away all stained, torn, and damaged goods.
• Price donated items.

Additional responsibilities:

• Attend meetings.
• Assist with housekeeping and other chores to maintain the store in a clean, safe, and orderly manner.
• Maintain a positive work atmosphere by behaving and communicating in a manner that fosters good relationships with co-workers. This includes working as a team for better store efficiency, resolving conflicts professionally, courteous treatment of staff, visitors, and clients; respecting others' property and people and engaging in professional and appropriate communication to and about co-workers and subordinates.
• Support the mission of The Salvation Army by treating every client and colleague with individual respect and dignity, and without discrimination of any kind.
• All other duties as assigned and consistent with the mission of The Salvation Army.

Risk Level 1 – The tasks or activities conducted by Risk Level 1 would involve no known expectation of exposure to blood or other potentially infectious materials.

Talking – especially where one must frequently convey detailed or important instructions, information, and ideas accurately, loudly, or quickly.

Average Hearing – able to hear average or normal conversation and receive ordinary information.

Repetitive Motion – movements frequently and regularly required using the majority of the body.

Average Visual Abilities – average, ordinary visual activity necessary to prepare or inspect documents.

Physical Strength – variety of work; with some prolonged standing, walking, bending and carrying. Exerts up to 70 pounds of force occasionally. Able to lift 50 pounds.

Travel – the incumbent may be required to travel by personal vehicle, organization vehicle, or other modes of travel to support the mission of The Salvation Army.

There are normally no hazardous or significantly unpleasant working conditions, with the exception of occasional emotional distress, physical distress, or turmoil due to carrying situations with and between staff and/or clients. This is a part time position working 21 hours per week and benefits as described in the employee handbook. The normal working schedule is subject to change based on mission needs.

This is primarily a Thrift Store environment and this position is Monday – Saturday. The duties and responsibilities of this position cannot be performed from home. Benefits as outlined in the Employee Handbook and a 90‑day introductory period.

Reasoning Ability – able to interpret various instructions.

Mathematical ability – ability to perform basic math skills like addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division as well as percentages and fractions.

Language Ability – ability to read a variety of books, magazines, instruction manuals, atlases, and encyclopedias. Ability to communicate distinctly with appropriate pauses and emphasis; correct punctuation and variation in word order; using present, perfect, and future tenses. Ability to speak, read and write fluent English.