Thrift Store Cashier (Clarksville)

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.

Job Objective: The purpose of this position is to provide for the effective and efficient day-to-day operation of the Thrift Stores.

What you will do:

• Responsible for keeping register and counter area clean and neat
• Assist people with questions, donations or general information
• Complete paperwork associated with the register, deposit money at the end of your shift
• Upon closing: clear register, account for all sales, fill out daily logbook. Turn signs, turn off lights
• Price bric-a-brac and placing on shelves
• Assist with sorting, put in appropriate bins in hanger room and hang as needed. Put bric-a-brac in shopping cart for cashier to price
• Help check drop boxes daily - empty when necessary
• Keep Christmas and Halloween items separate from bric-a-brac - box and mark for storage
• Place newer or higher priced clothing on special table in designated area
• Place all rags in designated bins
• Take garbage out when necessary
• End of shift: Clear sorting tables, sweep floor, take garbage out, clear area of carts and debris. (Neatness is a must!)

Minimum Qualifications: You should possess the quality of character that will allow you to work harmoniously within a Christian organization. You should possess a positive attitude, flexibility, sense of humor and a desire to participate in ministry to people..

The requirements listed below are representative of the minimal education, experience, skills, and/or abilities required for this position.

Education: High School Diploma preferred.

Background Checks: This position will require a background check to be completed and all background check results will be reviewed.

Experience: At least Two years of retail experience preferred. Experience in use of cash register a plus.

Skills/Abilities: Able to speak, write and understand English in a manner sufficient for effective communication with co-workers and the public.

Supervisory Responsibility: No supervisory responsibility

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:

• Able to twist, bend, squat, reach, push and pull
• Able to lift up to 25 pounds
• Must be able to withstand exposure to outdoor temperature year-round and possible exposure to odors and dust
• Good speaking, hearing and vision ability, and excellent manual dexterity

Travel: Position may require occasional travel for training

Working Conditions: Work is performed in a typical thrift store environment. Position may require weekend work. Warehouse and sorting work will require working in un-air-conditioned facility.

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.

This job description should not be interpreted as all inclusive. It is intended to identify the essential functions and requirements of the position. Other job-related responsibilities and tasks may be assigned. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

Why Work with Us?

If you're ready for a career doing meaningful work with a discernable impact, keep reading. The Salvation Army's brand promise is to Do the Most Good® - and it's our employees that help us get there. At every level and in every discipline, you can have a real impact on your community through the work done inside our walls every day. If you work for us, you will be the hands and feet that enable us to help others.

We are as impassioned about our employees as we are about our mission to preach the Gospel of Jesus Christ and help anyone in need in His name without discrimination. Our work culture reflects this quality, which makes our offices seriously great places to work. Just walk inside our doors and you'll quickly see that our employees are proud to support programs that make a difference.

In addition to traditional Health, Wellness, RX and PTO benefits, see what our employees told us they most liked about working for the Indiana Division of TSA by responding to our most recent 2023 survey...

• 91% are proud of their work to help meet the needs of people in their communities
• 75% find their "Work Stress" manageable
• 80% find their managers supportive during those times of stress
• 89% appreciate the flexible work options they have in their position
• 98% appreciate how they are allowed to use 4 sicks days as "Discretionary"
• 99% appreciate the 11 paid holidays they receive each year

See what our employees said when asked to rank the best reasons for working at the Indiana Division Salvation Army...

1. Helping People
2. Faith Centered Organization
3. Work Environment/ Co-Workers
4. Benefits