<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job DescriptionGoodwill of Western and Northern Connecticut is seeking driven individuals to join us in our mission to help others and serve our local communities. 
Our Retail Stores support and even provide funding to different Goodwill programs that assist people with obtaining meaningful employment and bettering their overall quality of life.
As a Retail Associate, you would be an essential part of ensuring the success of our stores and Goodwill’s mission. When a retail team member assists a Goodwill shopper find a treasure on the shelves, they aren’t just providing excellent customer service but also helping others in the community. 
 
 
What Goodwill can offer you:
<ul>
<li>Opportunities for career advancement </li>
<li>A benefits package that includes health, dental, and vision (employee paid), as well as ancillary benefits including long and short term disability, and life insurance (Goodwill paid)*</li>
<li>These benefits available 1st of the month, following 60 days of employment*</li>
<li>Two (2) weeks' vacation, four (4) personal days, and seven (7) days of sick time (For those working more than 20 hours a week)</li>
<li>Up to $3,000 in qualified Tuition Reimbursement*</li>
<li>Nine (9) Paid holidays (based on standard weekly hours)</li>
<li>403(b) Retirement Savings Plan, including Employer Match</li>
<li>50% Employee Discount </li>
<li>$50 work anniversary gift for every year of continuous service (for part-time and full-time team members)</li>
<li>$200 Referral Program (for every candidate hired that you refer to Goodwill) </li>
</ul>

*Only available for Full-Time Team Members
 
Responsibilities: 
<ul>
<li>Assisting Goodwill Store customers to ensure a pleasant shopping experience</li>
<li>Operating a cash register</li>
<li>Organizing and displaying goods in the store</li>
<li>Accepting and processing donated items</li>
<li>Maintaining a clean and neat store </li>
</ul>

Position Requirements:
<ul>
<li>Basic knowledge of English</li>
<li>Basic math skills for cash handling</li>
<li>Availability to work day, evening, and weekend shifts as necessary (especially if a full-time schedule is desired) </li>
<li>Being prepared for considerable standing, reaching, lifting, carrying, bending, pushing, and pulling. Must be able to lift over 40 pounds.</li>
</ul>
 
 
Start your journey with Goodwill today by applying at gwct.org/about/work-here
Is this position not right for you? We can help you find the right one at Goodwill or any other employer through our Career Centers! Receive free career assistance services from Goodwill (including Resume Builds/Revisions, Online Job Searching Coaching, Interview Skills, and more) at gwct.org/career-coaching

Retail Associate

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job Description
Join Team Goodwill! Immediate openings and competitive pay &amp; benefits. Apply today! 
Retail Associate 
Full Time 40 hours/week 
$14.00/hour
True North Goodwill is a nonprofit organization regionally headquartered in Duluth, MN whose mission is transforming lives for generations through learning and the power of work. We provide training, jobs, and support services for people with barriers to employment who seek greater independence. Our mission is funded through the sale of donated clothing and household items in Goodwill stores and online. We are a group of nearly 300 mission minded employees in Northern MN &amp; WI working as one. Each of us is essential to helping our community thrive and prosper. 
Goodwill offers a wide range of career pathways and growth ranging from entry-level to management in retail, transportation, mission services, and administrative/professional fields. By working at Goodwill, you can make an impact in your community. And we can show you how.
Goodwill is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.
Why we are a great place to work?
<ul>
<li>Competitive pay &amp; benefits </li>
<li>Career advancement pathways</li>
<li>Flexible work schedules to create a schedule that allows for a work/home balance. </li>
<li>Bonus incentive plans</li>
<li>Retirement &amp; 401K planning with company match (Up to 6%)</li>
<li>Employee Assistance Program (Crisis counseling, financial planning, legal consultation, mental health counseling, wellness resources)</li>
<li>Knowing you are part of making an impact in people’s lives</li>
<li>Critical Illness and accident insurance</li>
<li>Basic life insurance at no cost, with voluntary and spousal coverage options</li>
<li>A culture built upon our core values of: Trust, Respect, Dedication, Responsibility, and Innovation </li>
<li>Career support and planning </li>
</ul>
 What you’ll be doing as a Retail Associate 
<ul>
<li>Providing customers and donors with world-class customer service (Greet, assist, thank) </li>
<li>Pricing and processing donated items and other products for the sales floor </li>
<li>Maintaining a presentable sales floor by keeping rack items neatly hung, housewares organized, displays attractive, etc. Dusts, sweeps, and performs other cleaning duties as necessary.</li>
<li>Cash handling and cash register operation </li>
<li>Assisting with other duties as assigned</li>
</ul>
 What skills or experience do I need for this job? 
<ul>
<li>A positive attitude and the ability to work with a team of like-minded individuals.</li>
</ul>
Physical Requirements
These work environment factors are general CONSTANT: Stand and near vision. FREQUENT: Bend neck; talk/speak; and visual accommodation. OCCASIONAL: Medium work, lift and carry up to 50 pounds; rotate neck, static neck position; walk; hear within 5 feet and midrange vision.
The foregoing statements describe the general purpose, responsibilities assigned, and capacity needed to perform this job, and are not an exhaustive list of all the responsibilities and duties that may be assigned, or skills that may be required.

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job Description
About the Role:
As a Retail Associate, your main responsibility will be to assist in the day-to-day operations of our retail store, which sells donated goods to support our organization's mission. You will play a crucial role in ensuring a positive shopping experience for our customers and in maximizing the revenue generated from the sale of donated items. Your end goal is to contribute to the success of our organization by efficiently managing the flow of donated goods, maintaining a clean and organized store, and providing excellent customer service.
Minimum Qualifications:
<ul>
<li>High school diploma or equivalent.</li>
<li>Previous experience in a retail or customer service role.</li>
<li>Strong communication and interpersonal skills.</li>
<li>Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.</li>
<li>Basic math skills for cash handling and pricing.</li>
</ul>
Preferred Qualifications:
<ul>
<li>Experience working in a thrift store or similar retail environment.</li>
<li>Knowledge of fashion trends and brands.</li>
<li>Familiarity with operating a cash register and handling cash transactions.</li>
<li>Ability to lift and carry heavy items.</li>
<li>Experience working with diverse customer populations.</li>
</ul>
Responsibilities:
<ul>
<li>Receive and sort donated goods, ensuring they are in good condition and suitable for sale.</li>
<li>Price and tag items according to established guidelines, ensuring accurate and competitive pricing.</li>
<li>Maintain a clean and organized store environment, including restocking shelves and arranging displays.</li>
<li>Assist customers in finding and selecting items, providing friendly and knowledgeable customer service.</li>
<li>Operate the cash register, handling transactions accurately and efficiently.</li>
</ul>
Skills:
In this role, you will utilize your strong communication and interpersonal skills to provide excellent customer service and assist customers in finding the right items. Attention to detail and organization skills are essential for receiving, sorting, and pricing donated goods. Basic math skills will be used for cash handling and pricing items accurately. Additionally, your ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks will be crucial in maintaining a clean and organized store. Preferred qualifications such as knowledge of fashion trends and brands, experience with cash handling, and the ability to lift heavy items will further enhance your effectiveness in this role.

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job DescriptionGoodwill of Western and Northern Connecticut is seeking driven individuals to join us in our mission to help others and serve our local communities. 
Our Retail Stores support and even provide funding to different Goodwill programs that assist people with obtaining meaningful employment and bettering their overall quality of life.
As a Retail Associate, you would be an essential part of ensuring the success of our stores and Goodwill’s mission. When a retail team member assists a Goodwill shopper find a treasure on the shelves, they aren’t just providing excellent customer service but also helping others in the community. 
 
Full-Time AND Part-Time Opportunities Available
 
What Goodwill can offer you:
<ul>
<li>Opportunities for career advancement </li>
<li>A benefits package that includes health, dental, and vision (employee paid), as well as ancillary benefits including long and short term disability, and life insurance (Goodwill paid)*</li>
<li>These benefits available 1st of the month, following 60 days of employment*</li>
<li>Two (2) weeks' vacation, four (4) personal days, and seven (7) days of sick time (For those working more than 20 hours a week)</li>
<li>Up to $3,000 in qualified Tuition Reimbursement*</li>
<li>Nine (9) Paid holidays (based on standard weekly hours)</li>
<li>403(b) Retirement Savings Plan, including Employer Match</li>
<li>50% Employee Discount </li>
<li>$50 work anniversary gift for every year of continuous service (for part-time and full-time team members)</li>
<li>$200 Referral Program (for every candidate hired that you refer to Goodwill)</li>
</ul>

*Only available for Full-Time Team Members
 
Responsibilities: 
<ul>
<li>Assisting Goodwill Store customers to ensure a pleasant shopping experience</li>
<li>Operating a cash register</li>
<li>Organizing and displaying goods in the store</li>
<li>Accepting and processing donated items</li>
<li>Maintaining a clean and neat store </li>
</ul>

Position Requirements:
<ul>
<li>Basic knowledge of English</li>
<li>Basic math skills for cash handling</li>
<li>Availability to work day, evening, and weekend shifts as necessary (especially if a full-time schedule is desired) </li>
<li>Being prepared for considerable standing, reaching, lifting, carrying, bending, pushing, and pulling. Must be able to lift over 40 pounds.</li>
</ul>
 
 
Start your journey with Goodwill today by applying at gwct.org/about/work-here
Is this position not right for you? We can help you find the right one at Goodwill or any other employer through our Career Centers! Receive free career assistance services from Goodwill (including Resume Builds/Revisions, Online Job Searching Coaching, Interview Skills, and more) at gwct.org/career-coaching

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job DescriptionHeritage Cooperative is always looking for friendly, outgoing, customer-service driven employees. Our people are our greatest asset, and we are constantly thinking outside of the box for new ways to make working at Heritage Cooperative attractive to our current and prospective employees. If this sounds like you, apply today and join the team!
 
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Serve as a positive representation of Heritage Cooperative’s Core Values
<ul>
<li>Provide Superior Customer Service</li>
<li>Highest Standards of Integrity and Trust</li>
<li>Continuous Improvement</li>
<li>Being a Good Partner</li>
</ul>
Abide by all safety regulations to ensure safety of oneself, coworkers and customers
Assist customers by escorting them to products and suggesting items by providing information on products
Complete operational duties, which includes paperwork and sales reports as they relate to store opening and closing
Contribute to the overall display and presentation efforts within the store environment, which includes stocking/replenishing merchandise
Document each sale by creating or updating customer profile records
Handle customer inquiries as it relates to product offerings, pricing, billing, etc.
Help store management in maximizing sales and profitability through focusing on key business initiatives, store presentation, marketing execution, inventory management, customer service, loss prevention, risk management, and daily operational cost controls
Load and unload purchases into customer vehicles
Obtain product knowledge through various avenues, whether online, at the location, or through traveling
Operate cash registers and receive payments by processing checks, cash, and store or other credit cards
Organize warehouse based upon incoming and outgoing inventory, communicate all inventory needs and issues to appropriate supervisors, and participate in physical inventory counts.
Understand and apply learning regarding tax exempt requirements with ability to gather documentation to support tax exempt status of customers
Other duties as assigned by your supervisor
Must be available on Saturday and Sunday

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS 
Ability to frequently stand and/or walk for extended periods of time
Ability to frequently lift and/or carry heavy objects no more than 50 pounds
Willingness to work extended hours and weekends when needed
Willingness to work various weather elements including cold, heat, wind, rain, etc
Outstanding Organizational and Time-Management Skills
Excellent Communication Skills
 
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Valid Driver’s License, with acceptable driving record
High School Diploma or Equivalent
Previous Agricultural Experience 
 

If you see yourself as a future Retail Associate with Heritage Cooperative, apply TODAY at <a href="http://www.heritagecooperative.com/Careers" target="_blank">www.heritagecooperative.com/Careers</a>!
 
DISCLAIMER
The job description is not intended to cover or describe all tasks, duties and responsibilities the employee may be required to be asked to perform. Heritage Cooperative retains the right to change or add new tasks, duties and responsibilities at any time, with or without notice to the employee. 

WORK AUTHORIZATION
Evidence of work authorization upon employment is required in compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986. Completion of USCIS form I-9 will be required in order to verify employment eligibility within 3 business days of the first day of employment.

AAP/EEO STATEMENT
Heritage Cooperative provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Heritage Cooperative complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Heritage Cooperative expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Heritage Cooperative’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including termination.

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job Description
Goodwill of Western and Northern Connecticut is seeking driven individuals to join us in our mission to help others and serve our local communities. 
Our Retail Stores support and even provide funding to different Goodwill programs that assist people with obtaining meaningful employment and bettering their overall quality of life.
As a Retail Associate, you would be an essential part of ensuring the success of our stores and Goodwill’s mission. When a retail team member assists a Goodwill shopper find a treasure on the shelves, they aren’t just providing excellent customer service but also helping others in the community. 
 
Positions Available: Part Time, nights and weekends preferred
 
 
What Goodwill can offer you:
<ul>
<li>Opportunities for career advancement </li>
<li>A benefits package that includes health, dental, and vision (employee paid), as well as ancillary benefits including long and short term disability, and life insurance (Goodwill paid)*</li>
<li>These benefits available 1st of the month, following 60 days of employment*</li>
<li>Two (2) weeks' vacation, four (4) personal days, and seven (7) days of sick time (For those working more than 20 hours a week)</li>
<li>Up to $3,000 in qualified Tuition Reimbursement*</li>
<li>Nine (9) Paid holidays (based on standard weekly hours)</li>
<li>403(b) Retirement Savings Plan, including Employer Match</li>
<li>50% Employee Discount </li>
<li>$50 work anniversary gift for every year of continuous service (for part-time and full-time team members)</li>
<li>$200 Referral Program (for every candidate hired that you refer to Goodwill) </li>
</ul>

*Only available for Full-Time Team Members
 
Responsibilities: 
<ul>
<li>Assisting Goodwill Store customers to ensure a pleasant shopping experience</li>
<li>Operating a cash register</li>
<li>Organizing and displaying goods in the store</li>
<li>Accepting and processing donated items</li>
<li>Maintaining a clean and neat store </li>
</ul>

Position Requirements:
<ul>
<li>Basic knowledge of English</li>
<li>Basic math skills for cash handling</li>
<li>Availability to work day, evening, and weekend shifts as necessary (especially if a full-time schedule is desired) </li>
<li>Being prepared for considerable standing, reaching, lifting, carrying, bending, pushing, and pulling. Must be able to lift over 40 pounds.</li>
</ul>
 
 
Start your journey with Goodwill today by applying at gwct.org/about/work-here
Is this position not right for you? We can help you find the right one at Goodwill or any other employer through our Career Centers! Receive free career assistance services from Goodwill (including Resume Builds/Revisions, Online Job Searching Coaching, Interview Skills, and more) at gwct.org/career-coaching

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job Description
Join Our Team at LakeSide Trading 2 – Retail Associate
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Are you a people person with a strong work ethic and a passion for delivering outstanding customer service? LakeSide Trading is seeking a motivated and friendly Retail Associate to join our team at our Seneca Falls and Union Springs locations!
What You’ll Do
As a Retail Associate, you’ll be the face of LakeSide Trading—welcoming guests and creating a positive shopping experience. Your daily responsibilities will include:
<ul>
<li>Greeting customers and providing prompt, friendly service</li>
<li>Handling cash, checks, and card transactions accurately</li>
<li>Assisting customers with questions, product location, and concerns</li>
<li>Balancing the cash register at the beginning and end of shift</li>
<li>Processing returns and exchanges in line with company policy</li>
<li>Bagging, boxing, and wrapping purchases</li>
<li>Maintaining store cleanliness and product displays</li>
<li>Sharing information about in-store promotions and events</li>
<li>Supporting your team and communicating openly with coworkers and supervisors</li>
</ul>
What We’re Looking For
To thrive in this role, you’ll need to be:
<ul>
<li>At least 18 years old</li>
<li>Experienced in customer service (1+ year required)</li>
<li>Skilled in handling cash and point-of-sale systems (1+ year required)</li>
<li>Friendly, reliable, and team-oriented</li>
<li>Able to lift 50 lbs. and stand for extended periods (6+ hours)</li>
<li>Comfortable with a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays</li>
<li>Able to pass a background check and drug screening (no felony or theft convictions)</li>
<li>Equipped with basic math skills and attention to detail</li>
<li>Dependable with reliable transportation</li>
<li>Driver’s license preferred</li>
</ul>
What You’ll Get
 ✅ Weekly Pay ✅ Bonus Opportunities ✅ 401(k) with Up to 7% Company Match ✅ Medical, Dental &amp; Vision Insurance (Full-Time) ✅ Paid Vacation, Holidays &amp; Personal Time ✅ Guaranteed Time Off on Christmas &amp; Thanksgiving ✅ 80% Childcare Cost Coverage (Full-Time) ✅ Employee Assistance Program &amp; LifeMart Discounts ✅ Referral Bonus Program ✅ Work-Life Balance with Flexible Shifts
Available Shifts
Shifts vary, but typical hours include:
<ul>
<li>6:00 AM – 2:00 PM</li>
<li>8:00 AM – 4:00 PM</li>
<li>10:00 AM – 6:00 PM</li>
<li>12:00 PM – 8:00 PM</li>
<li>2:00 PM – 10:00 PM</li>
</ul>
Ready to Apply?
Whether you're experienced in retail or looking for a new opportunity to grow your skills, LakeSide Trading offers a fun, fast-paced environment where your contributions matter.
Join a team that values professionalism, positivity, and community. Apply today and start your journey with LakeSide!

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