Vans: Seasonal Sales Associate - West Des Moines
for section headings (e.g. About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule)." So we can include About the role if there is content. The posting includes a paragraph before job details: "Vans is the original brand...". That's about the company, could be About the role? Might be better as About the role (company overview). We'll include that.
We must not repeat job title as heading. Do not include Job ID etc.
We must remove boilerplate: EEO, accommodations, Fair Chance, etc. Also remove application instructions, cookie/navigation/legal. The posting includes EEO statement and accommodation info; we should remove those.
We must preserve all substantive information; do not invent or summarize away detail. So we need to keep the details: responsibilities list, requirements list, pay range, benefits description.
We need to use - for any list of duties/requirements/benefits, and
for prose.
We need to decide which sections to include:
- About the role: include the introductory paragraph about Vans mission and culture (maybe also the line "If you can see yourself working side-by-side...").
- Responsibilities: the "What will you do?" section with bullet list of duties.
- Requirements/Qualifications/Skills: The "What do you need to succeed?" includes foundational skills, experience, education. Could split into Requirements (education/experience) and Skills (abilities). But we can combine into one section maybe Requirements. However we have multiple possible headings; we should only include sections with real content. Could do Requirements (includes education/experience) and Skills (list of abilities). Let's parse:
"What do you need to succeed? We all bring unique skills to work each day. For this role, there are foundational skills needed to succeed, along with 0–1 year of relevant experience. A High School Diploma or equivalent is preferred; but we value hands-on experience and demonstrated achievements most. The foundation skills you will need in this position are: Ability to genuinely and comfortably engage with a diverse group of customers. Strong communication skills—both verbal and written. Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team and adapt to changing business needs. Customer service experience preferred; retail experience is a plus. Willingness to learn and share product and brand knowledge. Attention to detail and strong organizational skills. Proficient computer skills including basic retail systems and applications. Ability to stand and move throughout the store for extended periods and perform physical tasks such as bending, reaching, squatting, climbing ladders, and lifting light to moderate weight, with or without reasonable accommodation."
Thus we can have:
- Requirements: maybe education/experience (0-1 year, HS diploma preferred). Could be a
with that.
- Skills: the list of abilities (bullet list). That fits Skills section.
Alternatively combine into Requirements. But we have both headings available; we can use both if content distinct.
Pay: hiring range.
Benefits: description.
Schedule: not present, omit.
Now we need to output only HTML fragment, no /, no markdown fences.
We'll produce something like:
About the role
Vans is the original brand rooted in the authentic lifestyle of skateboarding. We are driven by our mission to inspire and empower everyone to live “Off The Wall” – embracing the youthful spirit of freedom, non-conformity, and relentless progression. Yesterday’s “Off The Wall” moment is today’s new normal, and at Vans, we believe in constantly outdoing ourselves. Together with our communities across the globe, our vision is to push culture forward because we believe that the pursuit of progression never ends. We are constantly inspired by the future generation of positive catalysts within our community. So, before we get to the job details, take a minute to learn a little more about us – our values and our culture. If you can see yourself working side-by-side with a team of people who think and live “Off the Wall,” Vans just may be the place for you. To learn more about our values and our culture, visit Vans Careers or www.vans.com.
Responsibilities
- Deliver a high level of personalized customer engagement through genuine interactions.
- Build sales by maintaining a consumer-centric mindset and modeling selling behaviors.
- Share relevant product, brand, and community knowledge to enhance the customer experience.
- Achieve individual and team sales goals by utilizing available resources and tools.
- Assist in visual merchandising, product replenishment, and maintaining brand presentation standards.
- Perform cashier duties and support loss prevention initiatives as needed.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and customer-ready store environment.
- Adhere to all company policies, procedures, and safety standards.
- Model inclusive behavior that respects diverse backgrounds and experiences.
Requirements
0–1 year of relevant experience. A High School Diploma or equivalent is preferred; but we value hands-on experience and demonstrated achievements most.
Skills
- Ability to genuinely and comfortably engage with a diverse group of customers.
- Strong communication skills—both verbal and written.
- Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team and adapt to changing business needs.
- Customer service experience preferred; retail experience is a plus.
- Willingness to learn and share product and brand knowledge.
- Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
- Proficient computer skills including basic retail systems and applications.
- Ability to stand and move throughout the store for extended periods and perform physical tasks such as bending, reaching, squatting, climbing ladders, and lifting light to moderate weight, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Pay
Hiring Range: $14.00 - $19.80 USD per hour
Benefits
This position is a part-time or limited time position (ie., internship) and is not eligible for all of the benefit plans offered at VF Corporation. There are some benefits the company offers that this position can participate in. You can review a general overview of the benefits provided at VF by visiting www.MyVFbenefits.com and by clicking Looking to Join VF? Detailed information on the benefits options you qualify for will be provided upon hire.
We must ensure we didn't include any boilerplate like EEO etc. We removed those.
Check for any repeated content: we included the "This position will support the store during peak season with potential to transition to regular employment" from responsibilities? Actually that line appears after responsibilities bullet list: "*This position will support the store during peak season with potential to transition to regular employment*". We missed that. It's substantive; we should include it as a responsibility maybe. Add a bullet.
Also note the line "As a Seasonal Sales Associate, you are the face of the brand—bringing energy, authenticity, and a customer-first mindset to every interaction." That's part of responsibilities prose before bullet list. We could incorporate that as a paragraph before the under Responsibilities. The instruction: use for prose. So we should have a
summarizing that intro then the list.
Similarly, the "Let’s break down that day-in-the-life a bit more." is just intro to list; we can ignore.
Thus adjust Responsibilities: include a
with the sentence about being the face of the brand, then the
list, then maybe another for the peak season line? Could incorporate as bullet.
Let's restructure:
Responsibilities
As a Seasonal Sales Associate, you are the face of the brand—bringing energy, authenticity, and a customer-first mindset to every interaction. You will create memorable shopping experiences by engaging with customers, sharing product knowledge, and delivering exceptional service. As part of a collaborative team, you’ll contribute to the store’s success through sales, visual merchandising, and operational excellence. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced retail environment, enjoys connecting with people, and is passionate about delivering best-in-class customer experience.
- Deliver a high level of personalized customer engagement through genuine interactions.
- Build sales by maintaining a consumer-centric mindset and modeling selling behaviors.
- Share relevant product, brand, and community knowledge to enhance the customer experience.
- Achieve individual and team sales goals by utilizing available resources and tools.
- Assist in visual merchandising, product replenishment, and maintaining brand presentation standards.
- Perform cashier duties and support loss prevention initiatives as needed.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and customer-ready store environment.
- Adhere to all company policies, procedures, and safety standards.
- Model inclusive behavior that respects diverse backgrounds and experiences.
- Support the store during peak season with potential to transition to regular employment.
Now check if any other substantive content: The "Now WE have a question for YOU. Are you in?" is fluff, can drop.
The "Hiring Range: ..." we have.
Benefits: we have.
Now ensure no mention of "EEO", "accommodations", etc. We removed.
Check for any leftover boilerplate like "Please note, our hiring ranges are determined..." That's part of Pay section? Actually after Pay they have a paragraph about hiring ranges determined from market data, compliance with laws, etc. That's substantive? It's about pay determination; could be included in Pay section as prose. The instruction: preserve ALL substantive information; do not invent or summarize away detail. So we should include that paragraph under Pay as well.
Thus Pay section: include the hiring range line and the explanatory paragraph.
Similarly Benefits section: we have some explanation; maybe also include the sentence "Please note, our hiring ranges are determined..." is about Pay, not Benefits. Keep.
Thus Pay:
Pay
Hiring Range: $14.00 - $19.80 USD per hour
Please note, our hiring ranges are determined and built from market pay data. Although all positions have a hiring range based upon market data, this position has a minimum starting rate that is listed above. In determining the specific compensation for this position, we comply with all local, state, and federal laws.
Now Benefits: we have the paragraph about part-time limited time, not eligible for all benefits, some benefits, link. Also there is sentence "Detailed information on the benefits options you qualify for will be provided upon hire." Already included. Also there is "You can review a general overview
for prose. We need to decide which sections to include: - About the role: include the introductory paragraph about Vans mission and culture (maybe also the line "If you can see yourself working side-by-side..."). - Responsibilities: the "What will you do?" section with bullet list of duties. - Requirements/Qualifications/Skills: The "What do you need to succeed?" includes foundational skills, experience, education. Could split into Requirements (education/experience) and Skills (abilities). But we can combine into one section maybe Requirements. However we have multiple possible headings; we should only include sections with real content. Could do Requirements (includes education/experience) and Skills (list of abilities). Let's parse: "What do you need to succeed? We all bring unique skills to work each day. For this role, there are foundational skills needed to succeed, along with 0–1 year of relevant experience. A High School Diploma or equivalent is preferred; but we value hands-on experience and demonstrated achievements most. The foundation skills you will need in this position are: Ability to genuinely and comfortably engage with a diverse group of customers. Strong communication skills—both verbal and written. Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team and adapt to changing business needs. Customer service experience preferred; retail experience is a plus. Willingness to learn and share product and brand knowledge. Attention to detail and strong organizational skills. Proficient computer skills including basic retail systems and applications. Ability to stand and move throughout the store for extended periods and perform physical tasks such as bending, reaching, squatting, climbing ladders, and lifting light to moderate weight, with or without reasonable accommodation." Thus we can have: - Requirements: maybe education/experience (0-1 year, HS diploma preferred). Could be a
with that. - Skills: the list of abilities (bullet list). That fits Skills section. Alternatively combine into Requirements. But we have both headings available; we can use both if content distinct. Pay: hiring range. Benefits: description. Schedule: not present, omit. Now we need to output only HTML fragment, no /, no markdown fences. We'll produce something like:
About the role
Vans is the original brand rooted in the authentic lifestyle of skateboarding. We are driven by our mission to inspire and empower everyone to live “Off The Wall” – embracing the youthful spirit of freedom, non-conformity, and relentless progression. Yesterday’s “Off The Wall” moment is today’s new normal, and at Vans, we believe in constantly outdoing ourselves. Together with our communities across the globe, our vision is to push culture forward because we believe that the pursuit of progression never ends. We are constantly inspired by the future generation of positive catalysts within our community. So, before we get to the job details, take a minute to learn a little more about us – our values and our culture. If you can see yourself working side-by-side with a team of people who think and live “Off the Wall,” Vans just may be the place for you. To learn more about our values and our culture, visit Vans Careers or www.vans.com.
Responsibilities
- Deliver a high level of personalized customer engagement through genuine interactions.
- Build sales by maintaining a consumer-centric mindset and modeling selling behaviors.
- Share relevant product, brand, and community knowledge to enhance the customer experience.
- Achieve individual and team sales goals by utilizing available resources and tools.
- Assist in visual merchandising, product replenishment, and maintaining brand presentation standards.
- Perform cashier duties and support loss prevention initiatives as needed.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and customer-ready store environment.
- Adhere to all company policies, procedures, and safety standards.
- Model inclusive behavior that respects diverse backgrounds and experiences.
Requirements
0–1 year of relevant experience. A High School Diploma or equivalent is preferred; but we value hands-on experience and demonstrated achievements most.
Skills
- Ability to genuinely and comfortably engage with a diverse group of customers.
- Strong communication skills—both verbal and written.
- Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team and adapt to changing business needs.
- Customer service experience preferred; retail experience is a plus.
- Willingness to learn and share product and brand knowledge.
- Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
- Proficient computer skills including basic retail systems and applications.
- Ability to stand and move throughout the store for extended periods and perform physical tasks such as bending, reaching, squatting, climbing ladders, and lifting light to moderate weight, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Pay
Hiring Range: $14.00 - $19.80 USD per hour
Benefits
This position is a part-time or limited time position (ie., internship) and is not eligible for all of the benefit plans offered at VF Corporation. There are some benefits the company offers that this position can participate in. You can review a general overview of the benefits provided at VF by visiting www.MyVFbenefits.com and by clicking Looking to Join VF? Detailed information on the benefits options you qualify for will be provided upon hire.
We must ensure we didn't include any boilerplate like EEO etc. We removed those. Check for any repeated content: we included the "This position will support the store during peak season with potential to transition to regular employment" from responsibilities? Actually that line appears after responsibilities bullet list: "*This position will support the store during peak season with potential to transition to regular employment*". We missed that. It's substantive; we should include it as a responsibility maybe. Add a bullet. Also note the line "As a Seasonal Sales Associate, you are the face of the brand—bringing energy, authenticity, and a customer-first mindset to every interaction." That's part of responsibilities prose before bullet list. We could incorporate that as a paragraph before the- under Responsibilities. The instruction: use
- Deliver a high level of personalized customer engagement through genuine interactions.
- Build sales by maintaining a consumer-centric mindset and modeling selling behaviors.
- Share relevant product, brand, and community knowledge to enhance the customer experience.
- Achieve individual and team sales goals by utilizing available resources and tools.
- Assist in visual merchandising, product replenishment, and maintaining brand presentation standards.
- Perform cashier duties and support loss prevention initiatives as needed.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and customer-ready store environment.
- Adhere to all company policies, procedures, and safety standards.
- Model inclusive behavior that respects diverse backgrounds and experiences.
- Support the store during peak season with potential to transition to regular employment.
for prose. So we should have a
summarizing that intro then the list. Similarly, the "Let’s break down that day-in-the-life a bit more." is just intro to list; we can ignore. Thus adjust Responsibilities: include a
with the sentence about being the face of the brand, then the
- list, then maybe another
for the peak season line? Could incorporate as bullet. Let's restructure:
Responsibilities
As a Seasonal Sales Associate, you are the face of the brand—bringing energy, authenticity, and a customer-first mindset to every interaction. You will create memorable shopping experiences by engaging with customers, sharing product knowledge, and delivering exceptional service. As part of a collaborative team, you’ll contribute to the store’s success through sales, visual merchandising, and operational excellence. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced retail environment, enjoys connecting with people, and is passionate about delivering best-in-class customer experience.
Pay
Hiring Range: $14.00 - $19.80 USD per hour
Please note, our hiring ranges are determined and built from market pay data. Although all positions have a hiring range based upon market data, this position has a minimum starting rate that is listed above. In determining the specific compensation for this position, we comply with all local, state, and federal laws.
Now Benefits: we have the paragraph about part-time limited time, not eligible for all benefits, some benefits, link. Also there is sentence "Detailed information on the benefits options you qualify for will be provided upon hire." Already included. Also there is "You can review a general overview