Donation Processing Associate

Donation Processing Associate – The Salvation Army Thrift Store The Salvation Army is an international movement and part of the universal Christian church. Our mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and meet human needs in His name without discrimination. Our thrift stores play a vital role in funding our Adult Rehabilitation Centers and providing affordable shopping options to our neighbors. Pay Rate: $15.00 per hour Status: Part-time up to 20 hours per week Shift: 4:30 pm – 8:30 pm Must be available Sunday 10am‑3pm About The Role Join our team as a Donation Processing Associate where you will be the first point of contact for generous donors. This role combines customer service, donation processing, and mission‑driven work to support The Salvation Army’s community programs. Key Responsibilities Provide exceptional donor service by greeting donors and offering assistance Process and track donations accurately Maintain a clean and well‑organized donation area Sort, load, and unload Salvation Army trucks per center policy Power‑sort donations as they arrive (where applicable) Support production processes as needed Safeguard all donated materials and assigned equipment Report any complaints, damage, or injuries occurring in the donation area Guide donors on acceptable materials and provide information about pickup services for heavy items Required Qualifications What You’ll Need to Succeed High School Diploma or currently pursuing Strong English communication skills for donor and team interactions Basic computer skills and ability to learn new systems Basic math skills Ability to pass pre‑employment background check Must be available for a flexible schedule including weekends and evenings Physical Requirements Ability to regularly lift and move up to 50 pounds Occasionally lift and move up to 100 pounds Stand for extended periods Walk, reach, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, and crouch as needed Work in various weather conditions (outdoor exposure) What Success Looks Like Positive donor feedback Clean and organized donation area Meeting daily production goals Strong team collaboration Reliable attendance and punctuality Accurate donation tracking and receipting The Salvation Army is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates who are back‑to‑work, U.S. Veterans, people with disabilities, people who have been impacted by the justice system, and/or people without a college degree are encouraged to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr The Salvation Army North & Central Illinois Division