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The Salvation Army

Donation Center Attendant

Erie, PA · On-site

$12/hr

The Donation Center Attendant will receive and receipt (per policy) all donated material courteously and efficiently. * Safeguard all donated material and assigned equipment. * Advise donors of ...

The Salvation Army

Donation Center Attendant

Erie, PA · On-site

$12/hr

The Donation Center Attendant will receive and receipt (per policy) all donated material courteously and efficiently. * Safeguard all donated material and assigned equipment. * Advise donors of ...

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As of Jun 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for donation center in the United States is $18.05, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.90 and $19.23 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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To thrive as a Donation Center Associate, you need strong organizational skills, basic inventory management knowledge, and a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with point-of-sale (POS) systems, inventory tracking software, and donation intake protocols is often required. Excellent customer service, teamwork, and communication skills help build positive donor relationships and ensure smooth operations. These competencies are vital for maintaining efficiency, maximizing donations, and fostering a welcoming environment for donors and staff.

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Staff at donation centers often encounter challenges such as sorting and handling a high volume of incoming items, ensuring items meet quality standards, and interacting with a diverse group of donors and volunteers. Managing space efficiently and maintaining a safe, organized environment are also key concerns. These challenges can be addressed through clear organizational systems, regular training, effective communication, and teamwork. Many donation centers foster a collaborative atmosphere, where staff members support each other and share responsibilities, making it easier to handle busy periods and maintain high service standards.
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Infographic showing various Donation Center job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 20% Locum Tenens, 40% As Needed, 20% Full Time, and 20% Part Time. Highlights an 94% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $37,548 per year, or $18.1 per hour.

Donation Center Attendant

The Salvation Army Portland ARC

Portsmouth, NH • On-site

$16.50/hr

Full-time

PTO

Posted 29 days ago

Job description

Overview:
The Salvation Army's Adult Rehabilitation Centers make a difference in people's lives. Through the collection and resale of gently used goods we are able to provide the financial support to assist men and women with a variety of social and spiritual afflictions. The in-residence rehabilitation program focuses on basic necessities with every man or woman being provided a clean and healthy living environment, good food, work therapy, leisure time activities, group and individual counseling, and spiritual direction. All our effort is focused on developing life skills and a personal relationship with God through Jesus Christ. More than just a job, each member of the team contributes to recycling goods that literally recycle and repair broken lives.
The Salvation Army Adult Rehabilitation Center is seeking a Donation Center Attendant to be responsible for all matters pertaining to the operations and security of the donation area.
Duties:
  • The Donation Center Attendant will receive and receipt (per policy) all donated material courteously and efficiently.
  • Safeguard all donated material and assigned equipment.
  • Advise donors of unacceptable materials.
  • Maintain neatness and cleanliness of the donation center and surrounding area.
  • Sort and load trailers.  
  • The Donation Center Attendant will also be responsible to ensure that no unauthorized personnel enter the Donation Center, that no merchandise is kept, sold or otherwise diverted without direction from Administrator(s).
  • Report complaints, damage, and unsafe conditions are reported to supervisor immediately.

Qualifications:
  • Good verbal and written communication skills.
  • Good customer service skills.
 
Benefits, vacation and sick time accruals available!