Donation Center Assistant and Driver - Part TIme

Job Description

Job Description

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Position Summary

Are you passionate about making a difference in your community while leading efficient operations and delivering exceptional customer service? We are seeking a dedicated and energetic Donation Center Operations Coordinator to help ensure the success of our donation center. This role combines customer service, logistics, volunteer supervision, operational oversight, and hands-on support to create a welcoming experience for donors while maximizing the impact of donated goods.

Position : Donation Center Associate and Driver

Hours : Part Time 18 hours per week

Reports To : Donation Center Manager

The ideal candidate is organized, service-oriented, safety-conscious, and enjoys working in a dynamic environment where every day brings new opportunities to support our mission.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Donor & Customer Service Excellence

• Provide professional, courteous, and responsive customer service to donors, addressing concerns promptly and escalating unresolved issues to the Donation Center Manager when necessary.
• Serve as a positive representative of the organization when interacting with donors, customers, volunteers, staff, vendors, and community partners.
• Assist with scheduling donor pickups and customer deliveries through the online scheduling platform, Vcita.

Operations & Logistics

• Support the day-to-day operations of the donation center to ensure efficient, effective, safe, and seamless workflow.
• Coordinate equipment maintenance and repair requests, following through to ensure timely completion.
• Help maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming donation center environment focused on outstanding donor service.
• Perform daily operational tasks including:
  • Tagging merchandise
  • Sorting donations
  • Cleaning work areas
  • Driving and transportation duties
  • Furniture deliveries
  • Furniture pickup services
  • Other related operational responsibilities as needed

Volunteer Leadership & Training

• Ensure volunteers follow all policies and procedures outlined in the Donation Center Training Manual, Procedures Manual, and Volunteer Handbook.
• Provide guidance, support, and oversight to volunteers while promoting a positive and productive work environment.
• Supervise volunteers in the absence of the Donation Center Manager.

Safety & Compliance

• Champion a culture of workplace safety by enforcing safety policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Ensure the donation center remains compliant with all applicable safety standards and legal requirements.
• Assist with safety training for volunteers and staff.
• Monitor and address facility safety needs, including fire extinguisher maintenance, hazard identification, and general operational safety.

Asset Protection

• Safeguard company property, equipment, and donated goods.
• Report any incidents involving theft or unauthorized possession of company property to immediate supervisors and Human Resources.

Additional Responsibilities

• Perform other duties and special projects assigned to support organizational goals and operational success.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Associate degree (A.A.) from a two-year college or technical school preferred; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Three to five years of related retail, warehouse, logistics, supply chain, or operational experience.
• Logistics or supply chain experience is strongly preferred.

Communication Skills

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating instructions, maintenance manuals, and procedural documents.
• Comfortable communicating effectively with donors, customers, volunteers, staff, and community groups.

Mathematical Skills

• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and discount calculations.

Problem-Solving & Reasoning

• Ability to apply practical judgment and common-sense decision-making in a variety of situations.
• Capable of managing multiple priorities and resolving operational challenges effectively.

Computer Skills

• Experience using Point-of-Sale (POS) systems.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook/Email, Word, and Excel.
• Ability to understand and follow advanced computer-based instructions.
• Experience with volunteer management or logistics software is preferred.

Additional Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Ability to work flexible schedules, including varied days and hours as needed.
• Reliable transportation required for travel between multiple store locations.
• Must provide a reliable telephone number where they can be reached (cell phone preferred but not required).

Licenses & Certifications

• Valid California Driver's License and proof of insurance.
• Driving record must meet the standards of the organization's insurance provider.

Physical Requirements

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

While performing the duties of this role, employees frequently:

• Stand and walk for extended periods
• Use hands for handling, sorting, and processing materials
• Reach, bend, stoop, kneel, climb stairs, and maintain balance
• Communicate effectively through speaking and hearing
• Regularly lift and/or move up to 40 pounds

Work Environment

This position operates in a resale/thrift store environment, including donation processing and warehouse areas. The environment is active, fast-paced, and mission-focused. Noise levels are typically moderate.

Why Join Us?

This is more than an operations role-it's an opportunity to directly support a mission-driven organization that positively impacts the community every day. You'll work alongside dedicated staff, volunteers, donors, and community partners while helping ensure donated goods are managed efficiently and responsibly to maximize their value and impact.