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Dock Processor

Spearfish, SD

$12/hr

Sort and process items that are donated to The Salvation Army Store and to operate the cash register as needed when the manager is not available. Essential Duties & Responsibilities include the ...

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A Salvation Army Store, also known as a Salvation Army Thrift Store or Family Store, is a retail store operated by The Salvation Army, a charitable organization. These stores sell donated items such as clothing, furniture, household goods, and electronics at affordable prices. Proceeds from these sales help fund The Salvation Army's various social service programs, including food assistance, shelters, and rehabilitation services. Shopping or donating at a Salvation Army Store supports community outreach and helps those in need.

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Employees at Salvation Army Stores often encounter challenges such as managing a high volume of donated goods, ensuring items are sorted and priced appropriately, and maintaining excellent customer service in a fast-paced environment. Additionally, they may interact with a diverse range of customers and community members, which requires strong communication and problem-solving skills. Teamwork is essential, as staff members frequently collaborate to organize inventory, set up displays, and support store operations. To manage these challenges, employees benefit from effective time management, adaptability, and a willingness to take initiative and support one another.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Salvation Army Store associate?

To thrive as a Salvation Army Store Associate, you need basic retail skills such as customer service, cash handling, inventory management, and a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with point-of-sale (POS) systems, inventory tracking software, and donation intake procedures is typically required. Strong communication, teamwork, and a commitment to the organization’s mission help associates stand out in this role. These skills and qualities are crucial for delivering positive customer experiences, maintaining efficient store operations, and supporting the Salvation Army's community outreach efforts.

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Dock Processor/ Driver

Salvation Army Central Territory

Rapid City, SD • On-site

$14/hr

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Salvation Army rating

6.1

Company rating: 6.1 out of 10

Based on 362 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

571st of 772 rated non-profit organizations

Job description

Job Title

***Part Time up to 29 Hours Per Week, Pay Rate: $14 Per Hour***

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.

Summary/Primary Purpose

Sort and process items that are donated to The Salvation Army Store and to operate the cash register as needed when the manager is not available.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities
  • Make sure all shelves and clothing racks are full, organized to promote sales.
  • Assist management team to investigate and properly price items to be sold, as needed.
  • Process all merchandise efficiently and properly following established standards.
  • Daily duties include stocking racks, shelves, counter, or tables with merchandise to promote sales.
  • Responsible for learning and then training on the entire processing system to include cash register.
  • Maintaining a clean environment throughout the store to include shelves, counters, and tables.
  • Help set up displays and arrange merchandise to promote sales.
  • Drive store trucks for pickups of donated goods when needed.
  • Responsible for wrapping and bagging merchandise for customers.
  • At all times must provide good customer service by being polite, prompt and courteous and in line with the mission of The Salvation Army.
  • All other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Education and/or Experience: High School diploma or general education degree (GED). Retail and/ or cash register experience preferred, but not required.

Qualifications: The requirements listed below are representative of the minimal knowledge, skill, and/or ability required for this position.

  • Ability to be flexible and able to work on multiple projects or tasks simultaneously.
  • Basic computer skills with ability to access payroll, timekeeping, and personal data via a web-based system.
  • Good communication skills both written and spoken, and ability to maintain effective working relationships.
  • Attention to detail and creative problem-solving skills.
  • Strong independent judgement.

Other Qualifications: Must pass all applicable background checks.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: None

Physical Requirements: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Physical requirements include good speaking, hearing and vision ability and excellent manual dexterity. Ability to stand, bend and reach for extended periods of time, dexterity of hands and fingers to operate office equipment. May need to climb, balance. Kneel, crouch or crawl. This position will require the ability to lift and/or move more than 50-75 pounds occasionally and independently.

Working Conditions: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job in a retail setting, and while performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

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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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.

Industry

Non-profits, retail, amusement, gambling, and recreation and religious organizations

Company size

5,001 - 10,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Alexandria, VA, US

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