Thrift Store Worker - PT

Salvation Army USA•Albert Lea, MN

66d•$12•Onsite

About The Position

Customer service position responsible for responding to customer requests and concerns, as well as assisting in the receipt/sorting of donations and sales of thrift store goods. Also, directs thrift store volunteers as necessary.

Requirements

High school diploma, general equivalency diploma (GED) or equivalent education and experience.
Amiable, helpful, courteous, and respectful demeanor, with ability to work well with fellow employees and volunteers, take supervision from thrift store manager, and demonstrate concern for thrift store customers.
The incumbent must be able to lift heavy objects.
The applicant must be able to pass The Salvation Army's background check.
It must be understood by the incumbent that the provisions of Safe From Harm will apply upon commencement of employment and also understood that the required Safe From Harm training be satisfactorily completed within the first thirty (30) days of employment.
Ability to deal with a variety of variables under only limited standardization.
Able to interpret various instructions.
Ability to perform basic math skills, addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions and percentages.
Ability to read, write and speak fluent English.
Ability to read a variety of books, magazines, and instruction manuals.
Ability to prepare memos and reports using proper punctuation, spelling and grammar.
Ability to communicate distinctly with appropriate pauses and emphasis; correct punctuation and variation in word order; using present, perfect, and future tenses.

Nice To Haves

Customer service and/or cashiering experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Provides independent, courteous problem-solving services to thrift store customers in a timely, accurate and effective manner. Forwards concerns/suggestions/complaints to the appropriate individual.
Operates cash register, accurately recording each sale and preparing daily sales reports.
Provides receipts for donations and sorts as necessary.
Directs volunteers as they complete tasks throughout the thrift store.
Perform all other duties as assigned by thrift store management.