Retail Sales Associate

The Salvation Army Mission:
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 is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

Location: 6434 W 63rd St, Chicago, IL 60638

Compensation: $17.05/hr.

Status: Part Time/ 27 Hours

Job Objective:
Provide excellent customer service to our shoppers and donors. Maintaining a clean and well-organized work and shopping experience. Handling each transaction with accuracy.

Essential Functions:
This job description should not be interpreted as all-inclusive. It is intended to identify the essential functions and requirements of the position. Other job-related responsibilities and tasks may be assigned. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

‐ Present a professional appearance, adhering to dress code at all times.
‐ Accurately manages personal cash drawer; opening, closing, and balancing. Adhere to all Salvation Army money handling procedures.
‐ Work to understand the Point of Sales system and is able to complete sales effectively and
efficiently. Proficiency with the system should be obtained within the 3 months of employment.
‐ Maintain a clean work environment at the cash register as well as the rest of the store.
This will include cleaning, straightening, hanging, and restocking as needed.
‐ Maintains a friendly demeanor, greeting our customers and asking if they need any assistance.
‐ Follows all Salvation Army policies regarding the sale of merchandise.
‐ Keep floor stocked and put new merchandise out. Work to meet the production goals for the store each day as needed.
‐ Must be available for a flexible schedule.

Minimum Qualifications:
The requirements listed below are representative of the minimal education, experience, certifications, skills, and/or abilities required for this position.

Education:

High School Diploma or currently pursuing.

Skills/Abilities:
‐ Ability to speak, write and understand English in a manner sufficient for effective communication with customers, management, and co-workers.
‐ Basic computer skills including but are not limited to the use of the Point of Sales System; the payroll program and all other programs or systems that are adopted by the TSA ARC.
‐ Ability to give change accurately.

Physical Requirements:
The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the duties of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands, handle, or feel; and hear or talk. The employee is frequently required to walk and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance; and stoop, kneel or crouch. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

Working Conditions:
The work environment for this position is a store environment with a quiet to moderate noise level. The environment may be dusty and may experience temperature fluctuations based on weather. The
employee is routinely exposed to outdoor weather. Full-Time or Part-Time position; will require weekend and evening hours.

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.