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

Job Objective:

As Donation Receiver, you will help facilitate the effective and efficient day-to-day operation of the Thrift Store ensuring that the Mission of The Salvation Army is effectively carried out.

What You Will Do:

• Greet potential clients interested in construction salvage merchandise being friendly, responsive, and helpful.
• Receive donations and provide receipts for donated goods to the donors.
• Greet and assist all donors and potential donors in a friendly manner.
• Assist with sorting, displaying, and storing of donated items according to store procedures. There will be specific attention to seasonal items and bric-a-brac.
• Assist with keeping the sorting, storage and receiving areas clean and orderly. Garbage taken out and floors swept.
• Assist with the baling operation. Training and familiarity with the baler will be a part of the orientation. Heavy lifting is required.
• Learn and adhere to all store policies and procedures.

Minimum Qualifications: The requirements listed below are representative of the minimal 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: none

Certifications: Must complete Safe From Harm training within the first 90 days of employment.

Skills/Abilities: .

• Must be able to positively interact with the public and donors
• Able to speak, write and understand English in a manner sufficient for effective communication with leadership, field personnel, and clientele

Supervisory Responsibility: No supervisory responsibilities

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.

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: No travel required

Working Conditions: Work is performed in a store/warehouse environment; may require weekend and evening work

All 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.

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