Store Clerk & Sorting Room Worker_NE-TX_401-Thrift Store Department

Job Summary:

Receives, sorts, prices and prepares donated items for display in the store; determines suitability and pricing of items based on established standards; assists in maintaining the orderliness and cleanliness of the store and sorting room area; assists store customers in donating, selecting and purchasing store items; operates and maintains a cash register; responds to customer questions.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge of effective customer service techniques.

Knowledge of the principles and practices of basic mathematics.

Ability to work effectively and cooperatively with co-workers.

Ability to present a positive and professional image of The Salvation Army.

Ability to prepare and maintain reports in an accurate, complete, and timely manner.

Ability to work independently and with limited supervision.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

Education and Experience:

High school diploma or G.E.D. preferred,And

One year retail or warehouse experience preferred,Or

any equivalent combination of training and experience providing the required knowledge, skills and abilities.

Certifications:

None.

Physical Requirements:

Ability to meet attendance requirements. Ability to read, write and communicate the English language effectively.

Ability to operate a cash register, perform routine mathematical computations and count change.

Ability to perform continuous walking, stooping, standing, and some climbing.Duties are usually performed standing.  Standing may be relieved by brief or occasional periods of sitting.Moderate physical effort required associated with sitting, walking, standing, lifting, bending, reaching, twisting, pushing, pulling, and carrying light to heavy  objects (up to 50 lbs.).

Working Conditions:

Work is sometimes performed in a normal store where there are little or no physical discomforts associated with changes in weather or discomforts associated with noise, dust, dirt, and the like. Work is sometimes performed in a normal warehouse environment where there are physical discomforts associated with changed in weather or discomforts associated with noise, dust, dirt, and the like.

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