Summer Student

About the role

For more than 130 years, The Salvation Army has served people in need in communities across Canada and Bermuda. Building on our roots as a world-wide Christian church, each year we help more than 2 million people, providing necessities such as food, clothing and shelter. In addition, we support people experiencing unemployment, addiction and family challenges. We continually adapt and innovate to meet emerging needs and live out our mission, vision and values of hope, service, dignity and stewardship. As a faith- and values-based organization, we hire and serve people of all backgrounds and walks of life - there is a place for everyone to belong here. Mission Statement The Salvation Army exists to share the love of Jesus Christ, meet human needs and be a transforming influence in the communities of our world. Job Description: POSITION PURPOSE SUMMARY: The role provides general administrative support, Thrift Store work and grounds keeper for the day-to-day operations. ACCOUNTABILITIES: The incumbent may perform all, some, or similar range of duties. Respond to telephone, in person or electronic enquiries or forward to appropriate person. Photocopy and collate documents for distribution, mailing and filing. Assist with administrative procedures within MU or department. May draft and prepare presentations (including PowerPoint, invitations, certificates.) May sort, process, and verify receipts, expenditures, forms, and other documents. Scan, sort and file documents according to established guidelines. Assist with other related administrative tasks when required. Greet and interact with customers/donors in a positive, friendly and courteous manner. Contribute to meeting store sales targets; provide efficient courteous customer service; use tact with dealing with difficult customers. Be knowledgeable regarding product pricing and featured sale products; protect the integrity of all donated items. Responsible for accurate completion of all customer transactions including cash and debit sales with minimal voids, overages or shortages. Adhere to store policy regarding cheques, credit cards, refunds, voids and holds. Process raw materials by loading/unloading, sorting, packing, hanging, pricing and storing donations. Assist with Janitorial work at the church and outside lawn care at the church and cemetery. Perform other work-related duties as assigned. WORKING CONDITIONS: This job requires the ability to stand for long periods with frequent twisting, bending, crouching, and reaching; the ability to lift/move 30 lbs and operate cleaning and lawn care equipment. The incumbent must take the following precautionary measures in addition to health and safety rules and regulations such as universal precautions i.e. wearing gloves when working with unknown contents. 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 . Ability and willingness to undergo applicable screening and background checks successfully that are satisfactory to The Salvation Army, in its sole discretion. Alternative combination of education and experience may be considered. Education, Qualifications and Certifications: Good oral and written communication skills. Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality. Good decision-making and organizational skills. Skills and Capabilities: Good oral and written communication skills. Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality. Good decision-making and organizational skills. Strong sense of integrity and confidentiality with professional ethics and a balanced sense of fairness and flexibility. Ability to multi-task and prioritize responsibilities (i.e., good judgement). Good interpersonal skills. Excellent organizational skills and sound judgment Able to work cooperatively in a team setting. Ability to lift/move weights of up to 20 lbs. occasionally This is for a temporary full time position.