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Part-Time Backroom Attendant

The Salvation Army USA Central Territory, Oxford, MI, United States

Duration: Part Time


About the Role


Join our team as a Store Backroom Attendant where you'll be the first point of contact for our generous donors. This role combines customer service, donation processing, and mission-driven work to support The Salvation Army's community programs.



Key Responsibilities



  • Provide exceptional donor service by greeting donors and offering assistance



  • Process and track donations accurately



  • Maintain a clean and well-organized donation area



  • Sort, load, and unload Salvation Army trucks per center policy



  • Power sort donations as they arrive (where applicable)



  • Support production processes as needed



  • Safeguard all donated materials and assigned equipment



  • Report any complaints, damage, or injuries occurring in the donation area



  • Guide donors on acceptable materials and provide information about pickup services for heavy items



What You'll Need to Succeed


Required Qualifications



  • High School Diploma or currently pursuing



  • Strong English communication skills for donor and team interactions



  • Basic computer skills and ability to learn new systems



  • Basic math skills



  • Ability to pass pre-employment background check



  • Must be available for a flexible schedule including weekends, holidays and evenings


Physical Requirements



  • Ability to regularly lift and move up to 50 pounds



  • Occasionally lift and move up to 100 pounds



  • Stand for extended periods



  • Walk, reach, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, and crouch as needed



  • Work in various weather conditions (outdoor exposure)


What Success Looks Like



  • Positive donor feedback



  • Clean and organized donation area



  • Meeting daily production goals



  • Strong team collaboration



  • Reliable attendance and punctuality



  • Accurate donation tracking and receipting



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.