Retail Sales Associate

Job Description

Job Description

Hourly Wage $18.22

Recruitment Bonus: $500

Please note: Resumes cannot exceed 2 pages in length, or they will be disqualified.

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, the Veterans Canteen Service (VCS) has delivered the VCS benefits to millions of Veterans enrolled in the Department of Veteran Affairs (VA) Healthcare system, the largest Healthcare system in the United States. VCS is a program office within the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) that is Veteran-facing, providing America’s Veterans enrolled in VA’s Health Care System, their families, caregivers, and VA employees with reasonably priced merchandise and services essential to their comfort and well-being.

Now hiring:

Duties:

• Assists customer in locating products & provides detailed information to enhance their shopping experience.
• Handles sales transactions efficiently using a cash register, ensuring accuracy & customer satisfaction.
• Restocks merchandise and ensures products are properly labeled for display.
• Maintains a clean & organized store environment, ensuring a pleasant & efficient shopping experience.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

VCS offers competitive benefits, including:

• Child Care Subsidy Program
• Public Transportation Benefits (Bus Pass)
• Annual Cost of Living Pay Increases
• Major Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance & Life Insurance
• Vacation & Sick Leave to include 11 (paid) Federal Holidays
• Company Contribution to Retirement Savings Plan
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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.

Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is required for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP). Participation in the seasonal influenza program is a condition of employment. It is a requirement that all HCP receive the annual seasonal influenza vaccination or obtain an exemption for medical or religious reasons.