Retail Associate

Be the Face of Goodwill. Make a Difference Every Day.

Goodwill Southern California is hiring Retail Associates to support our mission of Transforming Lives Through the Power of Work. As a Retail Associate, you’ll play a vital role in creating a welcoming and organized shopping and donation experience that keeps our stores running efficiently and supports our community programs.

What You’ll Do:

• Provide excellent service to every customer and donor with professionalism and positivity.
• Operate cash registers, process transactions accurately, and handle donations with care.
• Sort, price, and merchandise donated goods to meet company standards.
• Maintain clean, safe, and organized work areas.
• Contribute to sales and production goals by supporting daily store operations.
• Work flexible shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

What You Bring:

• Ability to read, speak, and write basic English.
• Some retail, sales, or customer service experience preferred.
• Comfortable using point-of-sale and basic computer systems.
• Dependable, punctual, and motivated to support a team environment.
• A strong commitment to Goodwill’s mission and RISE values (Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence).

What's in it for you:

• Hourly Rate: 18.57
• Discount at Goodwill Socal retail locations
• Goodwill Perks: Discounts on dining, retail, theme parks and movies
• Employee Assistance Program: Mental and physical wellness, financial and legal resources and career and education partners

Grow with a purpose — join Goodwill SoCal and help make every interaction an opportunity to uplift individuals, strengthen communities, and create brighter futures.

#LI-DNI