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Sales Associate - Part Time
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What they do
A Retail Sales Associate sells merchandise or products in a retail store. Provides information about store merchandise, assists customers with finding items and encourages sales.
$32,811 / year median in Virginia
+3% projected growth
Job Description
Sales Associate - Part Time Goodwill Industries of the Valleys $15 HOUR United States, Virginia, Ruckersville Aug 31, 2026
Mission Contribution:
To ensure the efficient and cost-effective operation of the retail store through security of corporate assets, customer relations, sale of donated goods, accurate cash register operations in order to maximize profitability and increase training opportunities.
Summary:
Under the direct supervision of the Store Manager or designee, is responsible for customer service, cash register sales, facility security and maintenance, greeting and assisting customers, bagging/wrapping merchandise, displaying merchandise, cleaning cash wrap area, counters, and front of store, hanging, stocking shelves and rotating merchandise
Minimum Qualifications:
Ability to read, write, and communicate verbally.
Ability to perform basic math skills.
Must be able to work independently.
Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with managers, team members, customers, and donors.
Ability to work within a team situation.
Ability to maintain a positive, friendly attitude and a neat, clean, and well-groomed appearance.
Ability to perform the essential functions with or without accommodation.
Required Certificates, Licenses, Registrations, Experience:
High school diploma or G.E.D. preferred.
Prior experience in a retail environment preferred.
6 months cash register experience preferred.
Special Requirements:
Having a cell phone is not required for employment, but access to applications and/or resources may be limited unless a cell phone is used for authentication.
Physical Requirements:
Prolonged periods of standing and walking throughout the retail space.
Able to stand, bend and reach.
Able to lift, push, pull, carry, or otherwise move up to forty (40) pounds with no support regularly. Over forty (40) pounds request for additional team member assistance as needed.
Able to perform tasks that require repetitive motion. Manual dexterity is required.