Job Information
The Salvation Army Thrift Store Worker in Williamsport, Pennsylvania
Overview
Position:Thrift Store Worker
Location:Williamsport
Availability of Position:Immediate
Schedule: Part Time Plus - 21 hours per week but may vary
Reporting Relationship: Thrift Store Manager and/or Corps Officer
Salary and Grade:$ 8.75 per hour; 70 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
Duties:
GENERAL CLEANLINESS:
Vacuum, mop, dust, clean restrooms, empty trash/cardboard, and cleaning duties as assigned
RETAIL/PROCESSING:
Operate cash register, greet and assist customers.
Help organize sorting room and item processing.
Coordinate the pitch bags for rag pick-up.
Vacuum and spray pillows and furniture.
Perform other duties as assigned by Thrift Store Manager or Corps Officer.
SAFETY:
Always use safety belt when lifting.
Arrange for available help for heavy items over 75 pounds.
Make sure sales aisles and exits are clear at all times.
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
Minimum Qualifications:
Ability to operate case register and accurately make change.
Must be dependable, honest and able to work independently.
Good communications, customer service and organizational skills.
Be neat and polite and effectively relate to people.
Retail experience helpful.
Must have a valid driver’s license.
Child Protection Clearances PA Act 153 requires that all prospective employees complete the following: clearance and background checks prior to employment: PA Child Abuse History Clearance, PA State Police Criminal Record Check and FBI Criminal Record/Fingerprint Check. Meets the Child Protection Clearances required by PA Act 153 to include PA Child Abuse History Clearance, PA State Police Criminal Record Check and FBI Criminal Record Check along with renewals every 5 years.
Must have an understanding of and appreciation for the Mission of The Salvation Army.
Contact:Please submit your resume and cover letter with salary requirements as instructed below:
All inquires should be directed to the Thrift Store Manager, Wendy Ohart. Please call 570-546-5509, or inquire in person at
530 Lycoming Mall Drive Pennsdale, PA.
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 .
Updated by the Divisional Human Resources Department on 7/25/23.
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. 2029
Job LocationsUS-PA-Williamsport
Job ID 2023-11626
Category Service Worker
Compensation Min USD $8.75/Hr.
Compensation Max USD $8.75/Hr.
Type Regular Part-Time