Part-Time Retail Sales Associate

The Salvation Army USA Central Territory • South Lyon, MI

15d • $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 position is part-time, scheduled for 24 hours per week, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as scheduled. Paid register and store-procedure training is provided, 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 accurately process sales transactions.
• 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.
• Opportunity to build retail and customer service skills.

What This Job Offers

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