Outlet - Back Retail Associate - Part Time

Rappahannock Goodwill•Virginia, VA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Rappahannock Goodwill Industries is seeking a part-time Back Retail Associate for its Outlet location. The associate assists donors, provides tax receipts, selects and prepares textiles for in-store sales, prices new and used merchandise, and helps ensure goods are presented to the public in a clean, attractive environment with strong customer service. The role includes donation processing, merchandise grading and preparation, housekeeping, and support for other store functions as needed. The position is based in a retail store environment, with minimal exposure to outdoor elements. The work requires standing and moving for extended periods and handling physical tasks such as lifting objects up to 50 pounds. Schedules may vary according to business needs and can include days, evenings, weekends, holidays, blackout periods, and occasional overtime when approved by management.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED preferred, but not required.
Retail or similar experience preferred.
Basic computer skills and basic phone communication skills.
Ability to count change, operate a cash register, perform basic math, and make change.
Must be available to work during operating hours as needed for business operations.
Ability to stand and move around for extended periods.
Ability to climb, talk, hear, stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, handle, carry, push, pull, and lift objects up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED.
Retail or similar experience.

Responsibilities

Provide exceptionally friendly customer service to shoppers and donors.
Perform housekeeping tasks in the sales floor, donation center, and production area.
Safeguard company property and equipment against loss, theft, or damage.
Follow safety policies and procedures; adhere to security policies, enforce security rules, and report incidents to the Store Manager.
Assist with other store functions as needed and cross-train to help meet work goals.
Assist with loading and unloading and carrying purchases and donations.
Explain company policies to donors when donations cannot be accepted and provide tax receipts.
Keep the donation center and surrounding indoor and outdoor areas neat.
Evaluate merchandise for quality and value, price it appropriately, and determine which items should be sent to the E-Commerce department.
Prepare outbound merchandise for shipment to the warehouse.
Rapidly and accurately grade textiles into management-determined categories and discard unsalable items.
Hang 100 garments per hour.
Price specialty items as directed by Management.
Place clothes on the Z rack in order according to store layout.
Perform other duties as assigned.