Role and Responsibilities
- Recruit volunteers to serve in the Resource Center and Food Pantry, and follow through with their integration to ensure a positive and spiritual experience.
- Develop volunteers into leaders who are willing and capable of taking on more responsibility
- Facilitate group serve events: communicate the mission, vision, and values of the RC, facilitate meaningful experiences, and manage workflow.
- Work on a team to manage day-to-day operations of the Thrift Store:
- Establish and maintain high standards of presentation and retail store readiness
- Maintain cash register software and money with accuracy and integrity
- Oversee the processing of donated items through the sorting process including, but not limited to, clothing, housewares, electronics, and toys.
- Respond to all emails promptly
- Manage a variety of data sets that are constantly evolving: volunteer data, schedules, hours served, store sales, expenses, etc. Report weekly on all of the above.
- Assess the daily situation in the back room, sales floor, and office, prioritize tasks, and delegate through clear communication.
Qualifications and Education Requirements
- Public speaking
- Minimum of 1 year of experience in a retail/customer service setting
- Experience in coaching, developing and giving active feedback to volunteers
- Strong computer skills: Microsoft Office, Google Docs, etc., and the ability to quickly learn new programs
- Strong communication skills: emails, presentations, and hosting events
- Must have flexibility with schedule to accommodate special events, including rotating evening shifts
- Able to repetitively lift and move items up to 30lb
- Bachelor’s degree preferred
- Passionate about reaching people for Christ
Additionally, all Church Staff Members:
- Are Christians and embrace a high biblical standard of personal conduct and lifestyle.
- Are in agreement with the church’s vision and values and attend Mariners Church.
To help us get to know you better, please add a cover letter to expand on the application questions.