STORE ASSISTANT - The Salvation Army Central Territory : Job Details

Job DescriptionThe Salvation Army Mission Statement: The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission isto preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in his name without discrimination.Job Objective: As the store assistant, you help will provide effective and efficient daily operation of the store, ensuring that the Mission of The Salvation Army is effectively done.What You Will Do:

• Assist people with questions, donations, and general information
• Price bric-a-brac and placing on shelves
• Place newer and higher priced items on a special table to look up and price.
• Hang clothing when needed
• Sort and separate holiday item's
• Help check drop box daily- empty when necessary
• End of shift- Clear sorting tables, sweep floor, clean up your area
• Assist with day-to-day store needs
• Other tasks as needed by leadership

Minimum Qualifications: The requirements listed below are representative of theminimal education, experience, skills, and/or abilities required for this position.Education: High School Diploma or equivalent Background Checks: Position requires a background check to be completed and all background check results will be reviewed.Experience: 2 years retail experience preferred Certifications: Must have a valid driver's license and maintain The Salvation Army's Drivers' qualification standard; must complete Safe from Harm training within the first 90 days of employment.Skills/Abilities:

• Able to speak, write and understand English in a manner sufficient for effective communication with leadership, field personnel, and clientele.
• Computer proficiency with Microsoft products and ability to learn electronic reporting systems

Supervisory Responsibility: N/A The physical requirements described here are representative of those that an employeemust meet to perform this job's duties. Reasonable accommodation may be made toenable individuals to perform the essential functions of this job.Physical Requirements Include:

• Good speaking, hearing and vision ability, and excellent manual dexterity
• Lifting, pulling, and pushing of materials up to 25 pounds
• May require bending, squatting, walking.
• May require standing for extended periods.

Travel: N/AWorking Conditions: Work is performed in a typical Thrift Store environmentAll employees recognize that The Salvation Army is a church and agree that they will do nothing as an employee of The Salvation Army to undermine its religious mission.The Salvation Army is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates who are back-to-work, US Veterans, people with disabilities, people who have been impacted by the justice system, and/or people without a college degree are encouraged to apply.Indiana Division#LI-SM1Additional InformationWhy Work with Us?If you're ready for a career doing meaningful work with a discernable impact, keep reading. The Salvation Army's brand promise is to Do the Most Good - and it's our employees that help us get there. At every level and in every discipline, you can have a real impact on your community through the work done inside our walls every day. If you work for us, you will be the hands and feet that enable us to help others.We are as impassioned about our employees as we are about our mission to preach the Gospel of Jesus Christ and help anyone in need in His name without discrimination. Our work culture reflects this quality, which makes our offices seriously great places to work. Just walk inside our doors and you'll quickly see that our employees are proud to support programs that make a difference.In addition to traditional Health, Wellness, RX and PTO benefits, see what our employees told us they most liked about working for the Indiana Division of TSA by responding to our most recent 2023 survey...

• 91% are proud of their work to help meet the needs of people in their communities
• 75% find their Work Stress manageable
• 80% find their managers supportive during those times of stress
• 89% appreciate the flexible work options they have in their position
• 98% appreciate how they are allowed to use 4 sicks days as Discretionary
• 99% appreciate the 11 paid holidays they receive each year

See what our employees said when asked to rank the best reasons for working at the Indiana Division Salvation Army...

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