Part-Time Donation Processing Associate

About the Role 

Join our team as a Store Backroom Attendant where you'll be the first point of contact for our generous donors. This role combines customer service, donation processing, and mission-driven work to support The Salvation Army's community programs. 

 

Key Responsibilities 

• Provide exceptional donor service by greeting donors and offering assistance 

• Process and track donations accurately 

• Maintain a clean and well-organized donation area 

• Sort, load, and unload Salvation Army trucks per center policy 

• Power sort donations as they arrive (where applicable) 

• Support production processes as needed 

• Safeguard all donated materials and assigned equipment 

• Report any complaints, damage, or injuries occurring in the donation area 

• Guide donors on acceptable materials and provide information about pickup services for heavy items 

 

What You'll Need to Succeed 

Required Qualifications 

• High School Diploma or currently pursuing 

• Strong English communication skills for donor and team interactions 

• Basic computer skills and ability to learn new systems 

• Basic math skills 

• Ability to pass pre-employment background check 

• Must be available for a flexible schedule including weekends, holidays and evenings 

Physical Requirements 

• Ability to regularly lift and move up to 50 pounds 

• Occasionally lift and move up to 100 pounds 

• Stand for extended periods 

• Walk, reach, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, and crouch as needed 

• Work in various weather conditions (outdoor exposure) 

What Success Looks Like 

• Positive donor feedback 

• Clean and organized donation area 

• Meeting daily production goals 

• Strong team collaboration 

• Reliable attendance and punctuality 

• Accurate donation tracking and receipting 

 

The Salvation Army is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates who are back-to-work, US Veterans, people with disabilities, people who have been impacted by the justice system, and/or people without a college degree are encouraged to apply.