ReSOURCE is an innovative non-profit with the mission of waste reduction, job skill training and poverty relief. We are currently seeking a Store Clerk in our Burlington location. This is a 40-hour per week position that will start immediately.
This is a Lead position that helps oversee all aspects of ReSOURCE’s reuse retail operations including merchandising, sales, volunteer coordination, and trainee support and supervision and helps ensure that the organization delivers excellent customer service, minimizes waste and disposal costs, and maximizes training for all trainees. This position will help the Store Manager supervise and support all store personnel and rotate opening and closing duties and coverage to ensure that the store is open at convenient hours for customers and donors. This will require some morning, evening, and weekend hours.
Goals of Position
Maximize sales revenue through effective pricing and excellent customer service.
Maximize the quantity and quality of reusable items, material recycled, and minimize disposal costs.
Deliver excellent customer service and make sure the store is a fun, friendly and customer oriented.
Teach trainees excellent customer service/retail skills and other broad and transferable job skills to allow each trainee to find unsubsidized employment.
Minimum Qualifications
One year of retail sales and cash management experience.
Must have a valid driver’s license.
Ability to lift up to 30 pounds throughout the day.
MS Word and Excel experience.
Excellent communication skills.
Positive, cooperative team spirit.
Knowledge and interest in environmental conservation and reuse as well as antiques and collectibles.
Benefits
Benefits include a comprehensive health and dental cost share plans, retirement savings plan, EAP, employee discount and a generous time off package.
How to Apply
Apply with resume AND cover letter (only complete applications will be accepted).
Or pick up and complete an application at any of our locations, or mail to: HR, 266 Pine Street, Burlington, VT 05401.
Please specify interest is in the Burlington Store Clerk position. Deadline to apply is October 5, 2012.
