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Oliver Gospel Mission Inc

Thrift Store Associate

Columbia, SC · On-site

$14 - $16.25/hr

None Position Summary The Store Associate is responsible for performing tasks related to receiving, processing, merchandizing and selling donated items at the Thrift Store. Position Qualifications ...

Idaho Youth Ranch

Thrift Store Associate

Boise, ID · On-site

$14/hr

Every position at Idaho Youth Ranch contributes to the success of our mission. As a Thrift Store Associate in one of our Thrift Stores, you can proudly tell your family and friends that you help ...

Idaho Youth Ranch

Thrift Store Associate

Boise, ID · On-site

$14/hr

Every position at Idaho Youth Ranch contributes to the success of our mission. As a Thrift Store Associate in one of our Thrift Stores, you can proudly tell your family and friends that you help ...

Christian Family Care

Thrift Store Associate

Phoenix, AZ

$15.25 - $17.50/hr

Thrift Store Associate Phoenix, Arizona Part Time 18 hours per week $15.50 - $16.50 Join the ... This position pays a competitive salary and provides flexible hours and store discounts. As an ...

Idaho Youth Ranch

Thrift Store Associate

Nampa, ID · On-site

$14/hr

Every position at Idaho Youth Ranch contributes to the success of our mission. As a Thrift Store Associate in one of our Thrift Stores, you can proudly tell your family and friends that you help ...

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As of May 31, 2026, the average hourly pay for thrift store position in the United States is $22.87, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.31 and $26.68 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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To thrive in a thrift store position, you need basic retail knowledge, strong organizational skills, and preferably a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with point-of-sale (POS) systems, inventory management software, and cash handling procedures is usually required. Outstanding customer service, teamwork, and adaptability help employees excel in the diverse and fast-paced thrift store environment. These skills are vital for ensuring efficient operations, positive customer experiences, and the effective processing and presentation of donated goods.

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Working in a thrift store often involves managing a high volume of donated items, which can require strong organizational skills and adaptability. You may encounter unpredictable workloads, especially during donation drives or seasonal changes, making time management and teamwork essential. Additionally, providing quality customer service to a diverse clientele and helping maintain the store's appearance are daily priorities. Being proactive, flexible, and collaborative with your team will help you thrive in this dynamic retail environment.

What are thrift store positions?

Thrift store positions refer to a variety of jobs within a thrift or secondhand retail store, including roles such as cashier, sales associate, donation processor, stock clerk, and store manager. Employees in these positions are responsible for tasks like assisting customers, sorting and pricing donated items, organizing merchandise, and maintaining a clean shopping environment. These roles often require good customer service skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work as part of a team. Thrift store jobs can be a good entry point for those interested in retail or nonprofit work.
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Thrift Store Manager

Thrift Store Manager

The Salvation Army Eastern Territory

Chambersburg, PA • On-site

$17/hr

Full-time

Retirement, PTO

Posted 24 days ago

Salvation Army rating

6.2

Company rating: 6.2 out of 10

Based on 341 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

464th of 667 rated non-profit organizations

Job description

Overview
Position: Thrift Store Manager
Location: Chambersburg - Thrift Store Services
Availability of Position: ASAP
Schedule: Monday-Saturday, 8:30AM to 5:30PM
Reporting Relationship: Corps Officers
Salary Grade: 73 Non-Exempt
The Salvation Army is hiring and offers truly excellent benefit package to eligible employees including:
  • Generous paid time off every year that includes: holidays, vacation time and sick time.
  • Employer funded Pension Plan (company contributions begin after 1 year of employment)
  • Eligibility for supplemental insurance plans including Short Term Disability, AFLAC and Voluntary Term Life
  • Most importantly - a job with a good purpose!

Responsibilities
Position Overview: The Thrift Store Manager is responsible for the everyday supervising, scheduling of staff and the general operation of the Thrift Store.This includes processing donations, sorting, pricing, tagging, selecting, and shelving of merchandise, and operating the cash register. This position is responsible for bank deposits and reporting as required by the Salvation Army and will be responsible to keep the thrift store organized, neat, and clean.
Description of Position:
  • Assist in every way requested to carry out the spiritual and total mission of The Chambersburg Salvation Army in terms of community needs and our ministry to the people of our community.
  • Provide oversight and supervisionof daily operations of the Chambersburg Thrift Store.
  • Prepare merchandise for sale, including supervision of item sorting and selection. Establish and supervise pricing and tagging items for sale.
  • Supervise the presentation and display of merchandise, helping to create an attractive shopping environment, which includes neatly stacking, shelving, hanging. Or displaying clothing garments and other donated goods.
  • Work with corps officers and facilities outreach manager to develop pricing policies and recommend strategies for sales promotions to maximize sales.
  • Ensure the store is clean, which includes cleaning, vacuuming, mopping floors, dusting shelves, washing windows, etc.
  • Recruit volunteers and process any paperwork involved with the Operations Manager.
  • Train and develop staff and volunteers
  • Supervise employees and handle annual review process.
  • Schedule store volunteers during operational hours for receiving donations. Make sure a qualified person is always present to answer questions, operate the cash register and handle funds.
  • Maintain records of daily sales and monthly totals.
  • Work with the bookkeeper to ensure all store reporting is completed in a timely manner.
  • Work with the bookkeeper to ensure all funds are deposited in a timely manner
  • Develop and practice customer-friendly policies to ensure good customer relations.
  • Follow the Thrift Store Policy & Procedures Manual.
  • Assist with any other projects or covering responsibilities withing other departments, as assigned by the Corps Officers or Thrift Store Manager.

The above list of job duties is not exclusive or exhaustive and the candidate will be required to undertake such tasks as may reasonably be expected within the scope of the post.
Qualifications
Requirements:
  • High School Diploma or equivalent
  • Prior retail and supervisory experience
  • Excellent communication skills - both oral and written
  • Bilingual encouraged
  • Must treat all people with compassion and respect
  • Must be able to work independently
  • Ability to operate a cash register.
  • Basic HS-level math/accounting skills and familiarity working with cash receipts.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and appropriate intervention skills with the Salvation Army required
  • Must be able to keep information in a confidential and secure fashion
  • Must be a self starter who can work in an environment with multiple changing work priorities
  • Pennsylvania's Child Protective Services Law requires that all prospective employees complete the following clearance and background checks: PA Child Abuse History Clearance, PA State Police Criminal Record Check, and PA DHS Criminal Record/Fingerprint Check. In addition, completion of a Pennsylvania approved Child Abuse Recognition and Reporting Training is necessary prior to employment.
  • Must understand and support for the Mission of The Salvation Army.

Contact: Please submit your resume and cover letter with salary requirements as instructed below:
External candidates interested in this position please apply online at http://careers.salvationarmy.org.
Internal candidates interested in applying for this position please apply at http://internal-usesalvationarmy.icims.com.
No phone calls please
Released by the Divisional Human Resource Department on 5/6/26.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
The Salvation Army's 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.
Requisition No. 2615

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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.

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

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5,001 - 10,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Alexandria, VA, US

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