What are the responsibilities and job description for the Fancy Finds Store Associate - part time position at Baptist Children's Homes of North Carolina | Thomasville?
Are you creative? Do you love working with people? Do you want to make a difference? Consider applying for Store Associate at Fancy Finds! Fancy Finds is an upscale resale shop of Baptist Children's Homes of North Carolina, offering repurposed home decor, custom repurposing and DIY classes.
Job Title: Store Associate (part time)
Location: Thomasville, NC
Method to Apply: company site: bchcareers.org
SUMMARY
The associate is responsible for assisting with day-to-day operations of Fancy Finds Ministry, including stocking and merchandising the store, transacting sales, repurposing items, as well as assisting with events. The individual in this position must demonstrate the Institution's purpose, philosophy, policies and procedures and its mission.
QUALIFICATIONS:
* Possess skills in proper telephone etiquette, active listening, and assessment
* Have working knowledge of Point Of Sale ( POS) system and operation
* Excellent communication skills, including ability to relate effectively with people from various backgrounds.
* Possess interpersonal skills and characteristics such as resourcefulness, initiative, adaptability, analytical and decision-making skills, relationship-building skills, self-awareness, physical energy, creativity, maintain focus on the tasks at hand, comprehension, attention to detail, time management, emotional stability, and reliability
* Ability to repurpose furniture or be willing to learn to do so.
* Ability to occasionally lift over 50 lbs, regularly over 25 lbs.
* Must have a trustworthy character and exercise discretion in handling confidential information
* Must possess the ability to apply active listening skills to develop rapport with Fancy Finds contacts, BCH constituents and employees
* Meets the general qualifications for employment as outlined in the institution's personnel policies
* Respects the cultural diversity of others, and strives to create a positive relationship
* Valid driver license with safe driving record and ability to operate agency vehicle
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Fancy Finds staff and volunteers:
* Helps maintain operations of Fancy Finds
* Participates in training of new volunteers
* Communicate internally and externally in a tactful, courteous, and professional manner, recording and delivering pertinent messages and following up on calls or correspondence with requested communication as needed in a timely manner.
* Exhibit professionalism when communicating with Baptist Children's Homes of N.C. (BCH) employees and public contacts
Tracking Outcomes and Follow Up
* Follow up with callers when appropriate to determine if they received the services they needed
* Assist with generating reports as needed.
Knowledge and Training:
* Continue increasing knowledge and skills in Repurposing , Estate and Downsizing sales, and DIY classes
* Master new techniques and skills as required to perform duties efficiently
* Assist with training for staff and volunteers.
Professionalism and Teamwork:
* Represent BCH and Fancy Finds ministry in a professional manner
* Keep supervisor(s) informed on current status of total work responsibilities
* Carry out all assignments and directives according to the established timelines and deadlines set forth by Fancy Finds management.
* Interact appropriately with staff in a team environment, with goals and objectives to yield best results for the institution
EQUIPMENT:
Capability to operate POS system. Capability and/or willingness to learn how to power tools safely and efficiently. Ability to lift/ move heavy items, some by carrying (alone or with others) and some using dollies, carts, and other such equipment.
LANGUAGE SKILLS:
Ability to read, write and complete necessary documents. Protract the skills to effectively present information (both written and oral) and respond to questions from callers, resources and the general public.
CONTACT WITH OTHERS:
Regular contact with colleagues in all departments, as well as with outside individuals and groups; should represent Baptist Children's Homes of NC, Inc. in a positive manner. Contacts outside of the agency where proper handling of situations is of utmost importance as the agency's image could be affected.
MENTAL / VISUAL / AUDITORY DEMAND:
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form and ability to draw conclusions. Ability to count money, cash or electronic, and ensure integrity of sales transactions.
CONFIDENTIAL DATA:
Work with confidential data such as telephone conversations, BCH administrative and program data that if disclosed, would have adverse internal and/or external effect.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essentials. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; stand; walk; hear; drive; use their hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and ability to adjust focus. Lifting occasionally over 50 lbs, regularly over 25 lbs.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. This could include working indoors and outdoors, with heat or cold conditions in either or both.