Donations Attendant

SafeNest•Las Vegas, NV

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Donations Attendant supports SafeNest by assisting people dropping off donated merchandise at the designated donation bin. The role helps ensure donations are received safely, keeps the donation area clean and organized, and handles donated items according to SafeNest policies and procedures. The position is hourly and non-exempt, with a schedule of 25 hours per week, Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., at a rate of $15.00 per hour. The position is part of SafeNest’s Donation Center and reports to the Donation Center Director. SafeNest has worked since 1977 to end domestic and sexual violence through services for survivors, abusive partners, and children affected by interpersonal violence. It serves more than 11,000 clients annually and provides over 170,000 services. SafeNest describes its work as holistic and innovative and emphasizes building a safer, more compassionate community. The role requires standing, walking, bending, and performing repetitive physical tasks throughout the shift, lifting up to 60 pounds, safely handling donations within the position’s physical requirements, and working outdoors in varied weather conditions as required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Requirements

Strong customer service and communication skills.
Ability to work independently and follow established procedures.
Dependability, punctuality, and attentiveness to safety and cleanliness.
Ability to lift up to 60 pounds.
Ability to stand, walk, bend, and perform repetitive physical tasks throughout the shift.
Ability to safely handle donations within the physical requirements established for the position.
Ability to work outdoors in varied weather conditions, as required.

Responsibilities

Greet donors courteously and provide basic instructions for dropping off donations.
Assist donors with placing acceptable donations in the designated donation bin as needed.
Ensure donations are placed securely inside the bin and do not obstruct walkways, entrances, or parking areas.
Monitor the donation area for overflowing bins, improperly discarded items, and potential safety hazards.
Keep the donation area clean, orderly, and free of debris.
Notify the appropriate supervisor when the donation bin is full, damaged, or requires collection.
Identify and report prohibited, hazardous, damaged, or unacceptable donations according to B.BOLD guidelines.
Maintain a professional, helpful, and mission-focused attitude when interacting with donors.
Follow all safety procedures for handling donated items and maintaining a safe work environment.
Perform other duties as assigned to support thrift store operations.