What are the responsibilities and job description for the Family Store Assistant Manager position at The Salvation Army Eastern Territory?
Overview
The Family Store Assistant Manager supports the Store Manager in operating The Salvation Army Family Thrift Store in Concord. The position oversees the warehouse, directs volunteers, and assumes responsibility for the store in the manager's absence. This work directly supports the mission of The Salvation Army in Concord.
Responsibilities
The position is based primarily in the warehouse and shares opening, closing, and cash duties.
- Oversee warehouse operations
- Direct volunteers in the warehouse, and direct store volunteers in the manager's absence.
- Open and close the store in accordance with established procedures.
- Serve as secondary counter for registers and deposits, and complete deposits in the manager's absence.
- Receive donations and move processed merchandise from the warehouse to the sales floor.
- Operate the point of sale system and assist customers and donors.
Qualifications
What We Are Looking For:
- High school diploma or equivalent, and one year of retail, warehouse, or related experience.
- Ability to operate a forklift and baler safely.
- Accuracy and integrity in counting and handling cash.
- Ability to direct volunteers and work cooperatively with store staff.
- Ability to lift heavy items on a regular basis and work opening and closing shifts.
- Experience in a lead or supervisory role, preferred.
What We Offer:
- Paid time off
- Paid holidays
- Sick leave
- Personal days
- Bereavement leave
- Medical, dental and vision benefits
- Short term and long term disability
- Retirement plan
Benefits may vary based on position classification and eligibility.
About Us:
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.
The Northern New England Division serves communities across Maine, New Hampshire and Vermont through local corps and programs, supported by Divisional Headquarters in Portland, Maine.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.