Assistant Store Manager

Health and Safety • Works in compliance with OH&S Act and Regulations and abide by The Salvation Army’s health and safety policies and procedures. • Support Store Manager/Corps Officer in ensuring that all staff are aware of emergency procedures and are prepared to implement them immediately as necessary. • Ensures the proper procedures are followed in the event of a workplace injury or illness, conducting incident investigations as applicable. Performs other work-related duties as assigned.

CRITICAL RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT: Internal: Store Manager, Corps Officer(s), volunteers, staff External: Community, external vendors

MANAGERIAL/TECHNICAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Reports directly to the Manager. Direct reports: None. This position supervises staff members and volunteers in the absence of Store Manager/Corps Officer.

FINANCIAL AND MATERIAL MANAGEMENT: • Moderate material responsibilities. • Regular responsibility for minor financial matters and for wise use of own resources. • May be authorized to handle small amounts of cash. Little input to annual budget or revenue projections.

WORKING CONDITIONS: • This is a permanent full-time position. • Working environment is in a store. • Flexibility in work schedule is required. • Work schedule will vary from week to week and will include weekdays and/or Saturdays. • Required to stand for long periods with frequent twisting, bending, crouching, and reaching is required. • Ability to lift/move on a regular basis up to 29 pounds. • Travel is required for this position to attend meetings, etc.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: • Willingness to develop an understanding and support for the mission and purpose of The Salvation Army in Canada and its implications as related to position responsibilities. • Work in compliance with OH&S Act and Regulations and abide by The Salvation Army’s health and safety policies and procedures. Alternative combination of education and Experience may be considered.

Education, Qualifications and Certifications: • Completion of a formal post-secondary program or specialized courses in Retail Management or equivalent. • Alternative combinations of education and experience may be considered.

Experience and Knowledge: • Two (2) years of prior related retail store experience, specifically in secondhand merchandise preferred. • Basic accounting experience is required. • Cash handling experience is required. • Experience with cash registers and related processes and procedures, i.e., bank deposits, summary reports, etc. • Proficient in Microsoft Office applications. • Experience with specific systems/programs related to The Salvation Army is an asset.

Skills and Capabilities: • Able to work within a team environment to provide direction, resolve conflict, ensure appropriate use of donations. • Excellent organizational, interpersonal and communication skills (written and oral). • Results driven with superior time management skills and the ability to delegate effectively. • Experience in performing administrative tasks. • Team player: ability to work in a compassionate, respectful, and non-judgmental manner. • Familiarity with cash handling, pricing, sorting procedures, product display and promotion guidelines.

Ability to undergo applicable screening and background checks successfully that are satisfactory to The Salvation Army, in its sole discretion