What are the responsibilities and job description for the Part-Time Retail Service Specialist position at Goodwill of the Heartland?
Are you looking for a great place to work with paid time off, flexibility in scheduling, and a great mission? Goodwill of the Heartland is the place for you! We are looking to hire a Part-Time Retail Service Specialist for our Marion and Cedar Rapids West locations!
The Retail Service Specialist provides excellent customer service to everyone they encounter - Other Goodwill team members, customers, and donors. This position is active and has a variety of responsibilities, so the day goes quickly for our retail team. Our associates will assist customers, price and stock merchandise, process donations to meet production goals for the sales floor or our warehouse, and assist with keeping the store clean and organized.
Position Requirements:
- Candidate must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. occasionally, though the average weight of donation processing is 20 lbs.
- Must be able to bend, push, pull, and stand.
- Retail experience is preferred but not required.
- Successful completion of the background screening (Must disclose if on the sex offender registry)
- Up to 6% employer contributions to retirement after one year
*The Retail Service Specialist position has a starting wage of $14.47 per hour, plus incentive pay based on the store's performance.
Schedule Needs:
- Marion: This is a seasonal position ending October 31st, with the potential opportunity to stay on beyond this time frame if interested. The schedule is Friday through Monday 10am-4pm, Tuesday through Thursday - 11am-3pm.
- Cedar Rapids West - Part-Time, Non-seasonal
Goodwill offers team members competitive benefits, including:
- Competitive PTO
- Generous store discount
- Opportunities for advancement
- Strong team culture
Additional Qualifications:
- Dedication: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity
- Enthusiasm: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest
- Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
Goodwill of the Heartland is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, religion, age, physical or mental disability, sex, gender identity (including gender expression), sexual orientation, genetic information, marital status, family/parental status, income derived from a public assistance program, veteran status, political beliefs, reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity or other protected categories.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: From $14.47 per hour
Expected hours: 12 – 30 per week
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
Shift:
- 4 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Morning shift
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Application Question(s):
- Are you able to lift up to 50 lbs? The average weight of donation processing is 20 lbs.
- Have you applied to any positions with Goodwill within the last 60 days?
- There are openings for both the Cedar Rapids West and Marion stores. The Marion position is temporary ending October 31st (with the potential opportunity to stay on longer if interested). Do you have a preference for which store you would like to interview for?
Work Location: In person
Salary : $1 - $14