Part-Time Retail Sales Associate

The Salvation Army USA Central Territory • West Bloomfield, NY

20d • $14 - $16

About The Position

The Salvation Army Thrift Store is seeking a friendly, dependable Retail Sales Associate to provide customer service, maintain an organized store, and create a welcoming shopping experience for customers and donors. The role supports the organization’s community programs by helping turn donations into funding.

The associate works 25 hours per week and may be scheduled for evenings, weekends, and holidays. Paid training is provided on register and store procedures, with ongoing coaching and support from store leadership. The role 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 a high school diploma.

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.
• Team-oriented environment.
• Opportunity to build retail and customer service skills.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED