Work Location: Moundsville Service Unit
Work Schedule: Part-time (up to 28 hours/weekly)
This position is responsible for:
Receives, sorts, and prepares donated items for display in the store; determines suitability of items based on established standards; assists in maintaining the orderliness and cleanliness of the warehouse area. Assumes responsibilities of Store Clerk as needed.
Key Responsibilities:
- Responsibilities as Sorter:
- Receives, inspects and sorts donated items such as clothes, shoes, household items, bric-a-brack, etc. according to the category and condition.
- Selects items suitable for store display and distributes same to appropriate area for further sorting and/or pricing, discards items in accordance with established procedures.
- Tags items with specially coded tickets and/or prices in accordance with established procedures.
- Hangs clothes on hangers and places same on clothes racks.
- Packs items in boxes and marks boxes; accordingly, assists in transporting boxes to appropriate storage area.
- Prepares non-suitable clothes for the bailer.
- Lifts and carries items to the appropriate destination for further processing, storage or displaying in store.
- Maintains warehouse area in a neat and orderly manner; cleans floors, tables, and work areas.
- Responsibilities as Store Clerk:
- Assists customers purchasing items from The Salvation Army by ringing-up sales utilizing a cash register; collects monies, counts change and prepares receipts; prepares and packages purchased items; prepares and balances the cash drawer and runs routine register printouts; prepares and delivers bank deposits; ensures the security and accountability of all cash register funds and sales records in accordance with established operating procedures.
- Prepares, processes, and maintains various sales records, tax forms, and social service vouchers; prepares routine sales reports as directed.
- Maintains the neatness and security of the cash register area; ensures that forms, bags, etc. are adequately stocked.
- Assists customers by explaining store policy and responding to questions regarding the pricing and/or purchasing of items; ensures that all customers visiting the store have a pleasant experience.
- Assists customers who are donating items to The Salvation Army; directs customers to the proper loading/unloading area, may assist with hauling donations to the storage area; prepares and provides tax receipts as needed.
- Places and arranges items in the store as directed; checks all store displays to ensure that items are maintained and displayed in a neat and orderly manner; rotates and/or rearranges stock as directed; returns items to the proper location after customer's have handled.
- Answers the store telephone in a tactful and courteous manner; assists customers by responding to questions and providing directions and/or general information; may schedule and record donation pick-ups.
- Cleans all display racks and shelves; sweeps and mops floors; cleans windows and mirrors; ensures that the store is maintained in a clean and inviting manner.
- Opens and/or closes store doors in accordance with the store schedule.
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:
- Ability to meet attendance requirements.
- Ability to read, write, and communicate the English language.
- Ability to operate a cash register.
- Ability to perform routine mathematical computations and count change.
- Ability to stand for extended periods of time.
- Physical ability to lift and carry and/or push/pull light objects (less than 25 lbs.).
- Moderate mobility: duties are usually performed by combinations of sitting, standing, and walking on a frequent change basis. Distance of travel is usually within the same building.
Employee Benefits:
- Paid Time Off
- Retirement Savings Plan Available
- Supplemental Insurance Available
- Voluntary Life Insurance and more!
Education and Experience:
- High school diploma or G.E.D. AND
- Experience working in a retail store preferred OR
- Any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Licenses and Certifications:
Equal Opportunity Employer: Veterans | Disabled