Thrift Store Associate - PT

Position Summary

The Store Associate at The Northern Division Salvation Army Brainerd Thrift Store is responsible for ensuring customers and donors have a positive experience visiting the store. The Associate processes donated goods, stocks merchandise, and assists customers shopping and checking out.

$14.00/hour, 28 hours/week

609 Norwood St, Brainerd, MN 56401

Essential Functions

Store Associates will be cross trained in all essential functions. The associate may perform a variety of essential functions throughout their shift or be assigned to a few specific essential functions.

• Create a positive, enjoyable shopping and donation experience for customers and donors.
• Accurately, efficiently, and quickly operate the cash register.
• Process, sort, clean, hang, organize, and bail merchandise.
• Stock and maintain merchandise on the floor to increase product visibility and sales.
• Process donation drop-offs, assist donors with unloading donations, and issue receipts.
• Perform light cleaning throughout the store.
• Assist customers with loading purchases as requested.

Education and Experience

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Customer services and/or retail experience preferred.
• Basic math skills required and previous experience handling cash a plus.
• Must pass background checks.

Competencies

• Flexible interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills.
• High level of initiative and self-motivation.
• Ability to problem-solve, multi-task, and prioritize.

Working Conditions

• Must be able to stand for long periods of time. Ability to walk, bend, stand, lift, and carry.
• Must be able to regularly lift 40 pounds and occasionally 60 pounds.
• Must be able to communicate clearly in English.
• Not eligible for a remote-friendly work environment.