retail sales associate

*Job description*

This is a casual position working retail in our thrift store. Must be able to lift 20kg and able to stand for long periods of time. Successful candidate will be able to relate well to all people and be able to manage stressful and fluctuating workload. The candidate will also be able to make sound judgements, work independently and be respectful in all communications.

This is a union site the wage is $24.34 per hour to start plus 12.2% per hour in lieu of benefits.

Job Profile

Job Summary: The retail worker prepares products for sale in Transitions Furniture and More Store. Maintains product displays, assists customers with purchases and processes transactions.

Job Duties:

1. Provides direction to store volunteers;
2. Receives product donations and prepares them for display in the store by

performing duties such as sorting, pricing, folding, hanging and maintaining related records.

1. Maintains or changes product displays including those required for periodic sale

events.

1. Provides information about the retail store(s) and other service(s) of CRNITS to

members of the public in person and over the phone.

1. Greets and assists customers with product selection.
2. Operates cash register and processes cash, debit card, and credit card sale

transactions.

1. Opens and closes the store by performing duties such as placing and removing

signage, opening and closing tills, unlocking and securing the store.

1. Maintains the cleanliness of the store by ensuring that maintenance duties are

completed and by performing duties such as cleaning windows, sweeping floors and dusting product shelves as required

1. Maintains records of donations, sales, work schedules, costs and all other needs

as directed 10.Manages cash and receipts for the sale of merchandise by performing duties such as counting the float, balancing cash, providing change, sorting and securing cash. 11.Prepares and makes bank deposits; maintains financial records such as the daily journal. 12.Miscellaneous

• Abides by CRNITS code of ethics and philosophy
• Abides by CRNITS Policy and Procedures
• Maintains confidentiality according to Policy and Procedures
• Completes work in a timely and accurate manner
• Special projects as directed by the Executive Director or Executive

Assistant

• Performs other related duties as required.

Working conditions: The hours of work for this position are primarily the store hours of operation. The work location is Transitions store.

Qualifications & Experience Technical Skills

Education

• Grade 12 completion

Experience

• One (1) years recent related experience

Qualifications

• Capable with computer office software
• Strong multi-tasking and time management skills
• Respectful and clear communications on the phone, in person and in

writing

Requirements

• Satisfactory Criminal Record check and Criminal Record Review
• Emergency First Aid certification

Physical Demands

• Lifting up to 20 kg
• Able to stand for extended periods

Mental Demands

• Possesses and is able to apply a feminist perspective
• Ability to relate well to all persons regardless of ethnic, religious, or

socioeconomic status, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental ability

• Able to manage stressful work and fluctuating workload
• Able to make sound judgments
• Able to work independently
• Adaptable
• Has initiative
• Respectful in all communication with clients, staff and other agencies

Job Type: Casual

Pay: From $24.34 per hour

Expected hours: 1 ? 37.5 per week

Flexible language requirement:

• French not required

Shift:

• 8 hour shift

Work days:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Education:

• Secondary School (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Job Type: Casual

Pay: $24.34 per hour

Work Location: In person