Thrift Store Assistant Manager

Thrift Store Assistant Manager

The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

Under the supervision of the Thrift Store Manager, the Thrift Store Assistant Manager helps to plan, organize, structure, and supervise the daily operations of a Thrift Store. The position works in all aspects of daily store operations and ensures that all merchandising and sales efforts are carried out with efficiency, effectiveness, and courtesy.

1. High school diploma or equivalent.
2. One (1) year of supervisory experience in a retail operation or equivalent structured environment, with display and marketing experience preferred.
3. Ability to operate a cash register and handle monetary transactions.
4. Knowledge of general office equipment to include telephone, computer, copier, fax machine, and calculator.
5. Demonstrated excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
6. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision; be responsible, well organized, and dependable.

Work is performed primarily in a heated and ventilated store setting. Noise level is low. Brief exposure to weather is required when managing the receipt of donations.

Speaking, sitting, bending, walking, pushing, pulling, standing, kneeling, stooping, reaching, handling, fingering, climbing, and balancing. Maintain the ability to grasp, push, pull objects such as boxes or furniture, reach overhead, and carry store supplies. Hearing and visual acuity must be within normal limits. Lifting and moving objects weighing up to 50 lbs. Ability to learn and adhere to proper lifting techniques, always wearing a back brace when lifting heavy items. Maintain the ability to operate a motor vehicle, computer, telephone, and similar technologies.

Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook familiarity preferred. Working knowledge of integrated database applications and ability to use new software programs with basic training.

Must be able to understand, follow and give both written and oral instructions and be comfortable working with diverse individuals in face-to-face contact and over the telephone. The employee must be able to use speech and hearing for ordinary and telephone conversation.

Must be able to perform simple calculations (addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division) and apply concepts such as ratios and percentages in practical situations.

Must be punctual, organized, self-motivated, flexible, and possess a desire to learn and assist those he/she interacts with.

Must complete the online course for this area and pass the Background Checks required by The Salvation Army for employment.

The employee acknowledges that he/she has been informed and understands The Salvation Army's religious purpose and status as a church. The employee agrees that he/she shall do nothing to his/her relationship with The Salvation Army as an employee to undermine its religious mission.

The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to providing a respectful environment for all applicants and employees that is free from unlawful discrimination or harassment based on age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, marital status, disability, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other characteristic protected by law.