Mission Statement: The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the
universal Christian Church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of
God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without
discrimination.

Position Title: Store Clerk

Department: The Salvation Army, Divisional Regional Operations Northern Lights Store, Anchorage Corps

Reports To: Store Manager

FLSA Status: Part-Time / 29 hours per week; Non-exempt

SCOPE OF POSITION:
The Store Clerk is responsible for handling cash, making change, operating cash registers and charge
card machines while maintaining accuracy and efficiency. Their primary duty is checking out customers
in a timely and courteous fashion. They will help to keep the store clean and neat, performing basic
janitorial duties. They will be expected to put up all sales and marketing signs on the correct days and
prior to store opening. They will also assist in the processing of donations. This role will serve as a
brand ambassador for The Salvation Army. Finally, they are to aid in maintaining a safe, positive, and
professional Christian environment for customers and coworkers in support of the values of Jesus
Christ and The Salvation Army.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCITONS:

WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Work is performed in an indoor, store environment. Exposure to extreme temperatures is not a
condition of this job. Noise level is generally low.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Speaking, sitting, bending, walking, pushing, pulling, standing, kneeling, stooping, reaching, handling,
fingering, climbing, and balancing. Maintain the ability to grasp, push, pull objects such as boxes or
furniture, reach overhead, and carry store supplies. Hearing and visual acuity must be within normal
limits. Lifting and moving objects weighing up to 50 lbs. Ability to learn and adhere to proper lifting
techniques, always wearing a back brace when lifting heavy items. Maintain the ability to operate a
computer, telephone, and similar technologies.

Qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without
accommodation. A qualified person with a disability may request a modification or adjustment to the job
or work environment in order to meet the physical requirements of the position. The Salvation Army will
attempt to satisfy requests if the accommodation needed is reasonable and no undue hardship would
result.

Software-related Skills: Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook familiarity preferred. Working knowledge
of integrated database applications and ability to use new software programs with basic training.

Language Skills: Must be able to understand, follow and give both written and oral instructions and be
comfortable working with diverse individuals in face-to-face contact and over the telephone. The
employee must be able to use speech and hearing for ordinary and telephone conversation.

Mathematical Skills: Must be able to perform simple calculations (addition, subtraction, multiplication,
and division) and apply concepts such as ratios and percentages in practical situations.

Performance Skills: Must be punctual, organized, self-motivated, flexible, and possess a desire to
learn and assist those he/she interacts with.

Protect the Mission: Must complete the online course for this area and pass the Background Checks
required by The Salvation Army for employment.

Acknowledgement of Religious Purposes of The Salvation Army:
The employee acknowledges that he/she has been informed and understands The Salvation Army’s
religious purpose and status as a church. The employee agrees that he/she shall do nothing to his/her
relationship with The Salvation Army as an employee to undermine its religious mission. The employee
agrees and understands that his/her services are a necessary part of The Army’s religious purposes
and his/her work-related conduct must not conflict with, interfere with, or undermine such religious
programs or The Army’s religious purposes.

Equal Employment Opportunity:
The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to providing a respectful
environment for all applicants and employees that is free from unlawful discrimination or harassment
based on age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, marital status, disability, citizenship, sexual
orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other characteristic protected by law. Such equal
opportunity for employment will apply to recruitment and hiring, training, promotion, salaries and other
compensation, transfers and layoffs or termination.

This position description should not be interpreted as all inclusive. It is intended to identify the major
responsibilities and requirements of this position. The incumbent may be requested to perform jobrelated
responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this position statement.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)