Thrift Store Associate

Overview

Join a vibrant, mission-driven organization that makes a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals and communities every day. At The Salvation Army, your work supports a legacy of service, compassion, and practical assistance for those who need it most.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Thrift Store Sales Associate supports daily store operations by providing excellent customer service, processing donations and sales, and ensuring merchandise is prepared and displayed in accordance with store standards.

Responsibilities

• Provide courteous, efficient service to all customers and donors.
• Assist with daily store operations including cashiering, stocking, sorting, pricing, and sales floor upkeep.
• Handle donations with care, ensuring items are sorted, tagged, and placed on the sales floor in proper categories and color order.
• Maintain merchandise displays and follow the rag-out calendar to rotate stock.
• Assist in cleaning and maintaining a safe, clutter-free store environment.
• Follow all cash handling, security, and operational procedures.
• Report theft, customer concerns, injuries, or unsafe conditions to management immediately.
• Provide guidance to community service workers and volunteers as directed by the Supervisor.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Store Manager, Warehouse Supervisor, or Corps Officer.

Qualifications

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma preferred

SKILLS AND COMPETENICIES

• Ability to follow instructions, work independently, and manage multiple tasks.
• Good communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to lift, carry, and move donations and merchandise as required.
• Flexibility to assist across store functions (cashier, sorting, stocking, cleaning).

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

• Generous paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Sick leave
• Personal days
• Bereavement Leave
• Excellent medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Retirement plan

*Benefits may vary based on position classification and eligibility.

The information in this job description indicates the general nature and level of work performed by an employee in this classification. It is not to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory, or all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications of employees assigned to this job. Management has the right to add to, revise, or delete information in this description. Reasonable accommodation will be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. Acceptable job performance includes the completion of the job responsibilities as well as compliance with the policies, procedures, rules and regulations of The Salvation Army.

The employee occupies a position of trust and is expected to maintain confidentiality and exhibit loyalty to The Salvation Army and the staff of The Salvation Army in all job-related matters and activities.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.