Part-Time Retail Sales Associate
About The Position
The Salvation Army Thrift Store is seeking a friendly, dependable Retail Sales Associate to provide customer service, keep the store organized, and create a welcoming shopping experience for customers and donors. The role helps turn donations into funding for community-support programs. The position is part-time, scheduled for 25 hours per week, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as scheduled. Paid training is provided on register and store procedures, with ongoing coaching and support from store leadership. The role also offers an opportunity to build retail and customer service skills.
Requirements
- Ability to provide friendly customer service.
- Reliable attendance and punctuality.
- Basic communication and teamwork skills.
- Basic math and computer skills.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
- Ability to stand and walk for most of the shift.
- Ability to bend, reach, and lift or move merchandise throughout the day.
- High school diploma or currently pursuing one.
Nice To Haves
- Previous retail, cashier, customer service, or thrift store experience.
- Experience using a point of sale system.
Responsibilities
- Greet customers and provide friendly, helpful service.
- Operate the register and process sales transactions accurately.
- Help open, close, and balance the register as assigned.
- Restock merchandise and keep displays neat and easy to shop.
- Help sort, prepare, and move merchandise to the sales floor.
- Keep the store clean, safe, and organized.
- Work with team members to support daily sales and production goals.
Benefits
- Paid training on register and store procedures.
- Ongoing coaching and support from store leadership.
- Employee discount.
- Employee Assistance Program.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
