Thrift Store Clerk/Cashier - The Salvation Army : Job Details

Overview

Seeking a Part TimeThrift Store Clerk/Cashier on our Massena Corps Team

Our Part Time opportunities offer:

Generous time off every year including 14 paid holidays, vacation time and sick time

Employer funded Pension Plan (company contributions begin after 1 year of continuous employment)

Tax Deferred Annuity (403B)

Eligibility for supplemental insurance plans including Short Term Disability, AFLAC, and Voluntary Term Life

Christmas Bonus

Wireless discount for Sprint or Verizon customers

Free parking

SCOPE AND PURPOSE OF POSITION:

Perform daily tasks needed in maintaining the Thrift store. Responsible for daily tasks at the thrift store related the store room, thrift store floor, and register.

Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

+ Run cash register, change receipt paper, include appropriate sales and discounts, handle and make proper change, process payments by credit card or Gift Certificate.

+ Issue receipts and customer loyalty cards. Stamp customer loyalty cards when applicable purchase is made. Provide tax receipts for donations.

+ Arrive 15 minutes early for the shift when scheduled to run the cash register.

+ Count money in cash drawer at the beginning of shifts to ensure that amounts are correct and there is adequate change.

+ Count register at end of shift and complete daily tally sheet with appropriate information from register report.

+ Bag, box or wrap items at time of purchase.

+ Remove hangers from clothing sold and place in appropriate bin. Work with other employees and volunteers to replace hangers onto appropriate rack at 4:30pm daily.

+ Instruct volunteers on tasks designated by the Thrift Store Manager. Provide guidance for each task. Report to Store manager if there is a problem.

+ Give volunteers instructions in absence of the Thrift Store Manager.

+ Work with staff and volunteers sorting, tagging and hanging of items to be placed in the store for sale. Follow tagging schedule for all items to be sold.

+ Learn each role in the store to be able to fill in where needed. Each employee is trained in all aspects of day to day operations.

+ Meet daily quotas for number of items sorted, hung, priced and placed for sale.

+ Follow procedure for removing items from sales floor at the end of rotation (ragging out). Place all damaged or ragged clothing into recycling trailer.

+ Assist other employees and volunteers in maintaining the general appearance of the store, keeping it in an orderly fashion at all times, including the sorting areas.

+ Attend all store meetings and keep informed of policies, safety issues and directives.

+ Maintain good customer relations. Greet customers entering or leaving the store. Help customers locate items, answer customer questions or locate a manager if unable to answer.

+ Greet customers making donations. Accept items following store policies and limits. Thank donor and provide a ticket for tax receipt if necessary.

+ Maintain a positive and professional work environment.

+ Secure the building when opening or closing. Employee keys are only to be used on scheduled work days and are not to be shared or copied.

+ Understand instructions and follow directions regarding the proper pricing, handling and merchandising of items sold in the thrift store (Salvation Army Boutique).

+ Perform one Customer Appreciation Day per year and work with the Thrift Store Manager to Thank Salvation Army Boutique Customers.

+ Be responsible for following applicable procedures, rules and laws.

Qualifications

SPECIAL SKILLS, CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

+ Retail sales/cashier experience a plus

+ Must possess good inter-personal and phone skills

+ Must work well with others and independently

+ Must be able to supervisor and instruct.

+ Safety and situational awareness

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

Job LocationsUS-NY-Massena

Job ID 2024-12839

Category Customer Service

Compensation Total compensation exceeds the stated base annual salary (or Hourly rate) range.

Compensation Min USD $15.00/Hr.

Compensation Max USD $15.00/Hr.

Type Regular Part-Time