Retail Sales Associate 1 - Northland

Job Type: Full-time (40 hours per week) | Primary Team Leader: Store Manager | FLSA Classification: Hourly, Non‑Exempt, Benefits Eligible | Location: Kansas City Metro Area

Job Summary

As a Retail Sales Associate 1 at Habitat for Humanity of Kansas City, you play a crucial role in supporting our mission to provide affordable housing and critical home‑repair solutions to families in our community. You will be the face of our organization, interacting with guests shopping, donors dropping off merchandise, and volunteers in our retail store environment.

Responsibilities

• Participate in safety training programs, identify and report any potential hazards, and contribute to the continuous improvement of our safety culture.
• Process sales transactions accurately using point‑of‑sale systems, handling cash, credit, donation‑request and debit‑card payments efficiently.
• Educate guests about Habitat for Humanity of Kansas City’s mission and programs, encouraging donations and participation in volunteer opportunities.
• Address guest concerns or complaints in a professional and timely manner, striving to achieve a positive experience.
• Assist with receiving, organizing, and restocking inventory on the sales floor, ensuring shelves are neat, clean, priced, and well‑maintained.
• Collaborate with volunteers to accomplish tasks such as stocking shelves, organizing merchandise, and maintaining store cleanliness.
• Provide friendly and knowledgeable assistance to guests, helping them find products, answering questions, loading items, and offering guidance on purchases.
• Implement and maintain creative, visually appealing displays that highlight featured products and promotions.
• Work in a warehouse environment with limited climate controls.
• Process donations by cleaning, testing functionality, completing minor repairs, and pricing.
• Actively support Habitat for Humanity of Kansas City’s values: Humility, Courage, and Accountability.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Ability to manage time, prioritize tasks, and stay organized amidst multiple responsibilities.
• Ability to adapt to changing circumstances, learn new skills, and thrive in dynamic environments.
• Demonstrating integrity, honesty, and respect for ethical principles in all aspects of work.
• Capability to interact positively with others, build relationships, and collaborate effectively.
• Bilingual ability is helpful, but not required.
• Knowledge of building materials helpful, but not required.

Qualifications, Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational abilities.
• Forklift experience helpful, not required.

Physical Requirements

• Capable of lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to stand for prolonged durations, walk, climb, bend, and squat.
• Comfortable standing, walking, and bending for extended periods.
• Ability to bend, stoop, or kneel repeatedly as part of job duties.
• Working outdoors in various weather conditions may require exposure to heat, cold, rain, or other elements.
• Reach above shoulder height or below the waist to file documents, store materials, or move items.
• May be subject to intermittent moderate noise levels.
• The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.