The Salvation Army 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.

BASIC PURPOSE

The primary function of the Processing Associate III is to assist The Salvation Army in the operation of the Thrift Store for the Reno Adult Rehabilitation Program. This position description is a broad outline of responsibilities.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Receive donated goods and process them in the most time and space effective manner. Sort, clean and price donated goods. Determine merchandise quality and send to collectibles for further processing if warranted. Handle all merchandise per policy. Discard items with inappropriate or suggestive messages, cult slogans, alcohol promotions, drug abuse or humanism. Keep work area clean and orderly. Follow orders from supervisor without direct supervision. All other duties as assigned by supervisor.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND OTHER QUALIFICATIONS REQUIREMENTS

Must be able to follow direct orders. Knowledge of operation of simple mechanized equipment, including pricing machines. Ability to work effectively with co-workers. Strong ability to utilize high levels of time management and multitasking. Previous experience a plus.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Ability to sit, walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel, and twist on an intermittent or sometimes continuous basis Ability to grasp, push, and/or pull objects Ability to reach overhead Ability to lift fifty (50) pounds non-continuously

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 as long as the accommodation needed would not result in undue hardship.