The Salvation Army B.C. Boundless Vancouver Community Ministries                                    
                
                

        

    
          
    
        
        
            Published
            
                September 23, 2020            
         
        
        
            Location
            
                                        Vancouver, Canada                                    
            
                
                            
        
                
            Job Type
            
                                    Full-time (Contract)
                            
         
                
                
            Category
            
                                    British Columbia
                            
        
                
                
            Salary
            
                                    $18.75/hr                            
        
                
            Interested applicants must respond in writing to
            
                                    office@boundlessvancouver.ca                            
        
                
            Closing date
            
                                    October 15, 2020                            
        
                
            Street Address
            
                                    3213 Fraser St                            
        
                
            

    

        Description
        
                        HOURS:

Contract: Oct. 26th, 2020 to Dec. 24, 2020, Monday to Friday, 8:30 am – 4:00 pm



                

        Responsibilities
        
                        Position Purpose Summary:
Boundless Vancouver Community Ministries organizes The Salvation Army Boundless Vancouver Christmas Toy Shop for children and families. The Christmas Volunteer & Donation Coordinator works with our Boundless Vancouver team to organize our volunteers and coordinate donations for The Christmas Toy Shop and the Christmas Luncheon.
BASIC FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES:
Volunteer Coordination: 

Works in conjunction with and in support of The Christmas Toy Shop by identifying and promoting volunteer opportunities
Recruit, screen, register & orient appropriate volunteers to fill positions
Process necessary paperwork, including Criminal Record Checks and volunteer agreement packages
Deploy volunteers to positions relevant to their interests and skills
Help orientate and supervise volunteers while they are deployed to their positions
Keep thorough records of volunteer information and hours of service for statistical purposes

Donation Coordination: 

Work in conjunction with and in support of the Christmas campaigns, identifying the financial and in-kind donation needs for Christmas distribution
Solicit financial and in-kind donations and correspond in a timely manner with individuals and corporate donors in the community; organize toy drives with companies and organizations in the community
Coordinate drop-off and pick up schedule with donors and driver(s)
Help coordinate with divisional Public Relations team for the Toy Mountain event
Relay donated items to the appropriate personnel for proper storage and distribution
Keep thorough records of donor information and donated items/amounts & maintain a positive relationship with our donors
Perform other duties as assigned

 
                    
                

        Qualifications
        
                        Education/Certifications:

Post-secondary education and work experience in fund-raising, donor relations, public relations

Experience:

One (1) to three (3) years of relevant experience, including experience working in customer service related fields

Required Skills/Knowledge:

Excellent organizational skills
Superior relationship building skills and the ability to interact with individuals at all levels in a confident, collaborative and professional manner
Proven ability to multitask
Be able to work independently; demonstrated self-starter and team player
Excellent verbal communication skills in person and on the phone
Excellent written communication skills
Proficient computer skills and familiarity with Google Suite and Microsoft Office
Ability to learn new software quickly and teach others
Be able to lift up to 30 lbs

 
PREFERRED SKILLS/capabilities: 

Valid BC Driver’s License
Background check consent
A clear vulnerable sector screening
A clean drivers’ abstract
Completion of online Armatus Abuse Prevention Training and required Health and Safety training

Thrift Store Supervisor




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Published
May 6, 2021

Location
Kindersley

Job Type
Full-time  

Ministry Unit/Dept:
Kindersley Thrift Store

Salary Range:
$15.74 – $19.68 per hour

Address:
#108 Railway Ave W

Posting Expires:
May 9, 2021

Applications Accepted By:
Auxiliary Captain Glenna Cryderman, Email: [email protected]

Description

Mission and Values:

The Salvation Army is an international Christian church. Its message is based on the Bible; its ministry is motivated by love for God and the needs of humanity.

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.

Core Values

The Salvation Army Canada and Bermuda has four core values:
Hope: We give hope through the power of the gospel of Jesus Christ.
Service: We reach out to support others without discrimination.
Dignity: We respect and value each other, recognizing everyone’s worth.
Stewardship: We responsibly manage the resources entrusted to us.

Position Purpose Summary:

The Store Supervisor ensures the efficient and effective reclamation, processing, and distribution of goods at the thrift store; providing excellent service to guests, fulfilling various sales and production roles within the store, and assists the manager by directing tasks and providing oversight, as assigned. Will be responsible for opening/closing and daily reporting. In addition, the Supervisor authorizes payments and return merchandise, resolves problems and guest complaints as they arise, and assists in training and monitoring new staff.

This is a full time position at 40 hours per week, Tuesday to Saturday.

The hours are 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

  1. Operations
  • Directs all operations of the Thrift Store
  • Ensures attractiveness of the store through “Tidy Maintenance”
  • Monitors loss prevention program in compliance with the budget
  • Oversees and participates in facility management including cleaning, maintenance, repairs in/outside and grounds maintenance
  • Ensure proper processing of donations and store merchandising
  • Comply with all legislative and company policies and procedures adhering to Health and Safety, Operations, Financial, and other company policies
  • Lock up sales cash and receipts at the end of each shift
  • Performs other duties as assigned
  • Purchasing of items required by the Thrift Store
  • Responsible for Petty Cash and Petty Cash Transactions
  • Receive Cash/Cheques for Donations to the Ministry Unit and give out Manual Receipts and deposit monies in the bank.
  • Prepare paperwork for weekly Sales to Accounting Operations
  1. Supervision
  • Provides supervision to staff and volunteers and ensures adherence to quality standards for volunteers or temporary staff for special events/activities
  • Assigns work to others in work unit and reviews for quality
  • Takes responsibility for staff safety by ensuring overall compliance with all safety procedures and by monitoring Health & Safety policies and procedures
  • Monitor performance and employee/labour relations issues and provide report and feedback to Corps Officer/s
  • Will provide input into hiring, recruitment, training and terminations
  • Provide resolution to employee and guest concerns or refer as necessary
  • Ensure Payroll and scheduling are completed and entered into Ulti-pro

QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

Education/Certifications:

  • Completion of High School (an alternative level of education and experience may be acceptable)

Experience and Skilled Knowledge Requirements:

  • Minimum of one to two years of prior related experience, including retail and supervisory experience
  • Cash handling experience is required.

PREFERRED SKILLS/CAPABILITIES:

  • Brand awareness would be a definite asset.
  • Basic math skills required to calculate discounts and percentages as well as reading skills.
  • Knowledge and experience using a cash register, debit machine and/or credit card processing is a definite asset.
  • Ability to stand for long periods with frequent twisting, bending, crouching and reaching is required.
  • Ability to lift/move up to 25 pounds on a regular basis.
  • Treat the property of The Salvation Army with due care and caution.
  • Ability to maintain information in confidence and exercise good judgement.
  • Ability to work independently and participate as an active and responsible team member in a cooperative team environment.
  • Participate in mandatory orientation training, on-going professional development and training.
  • Participate in regular supervision and performance appraisal process.
  • Represent the organization in a positive, professional and engaging manner.
  • Must comply with all Salvation Army policies, procedures and associated legislation.
  • Exhibit good listening skills, have strong oral/written communication skills and respect authority.
  • Self-motivated/disciplined.
  • Work in compliance with OH&S Act and Regulations and abide by The Salvation Army’s health and safety policies and procedures.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills, integrity, and adaptability.
  • Attention to detail, problem solving and analytical skills.
  • Lead by example, by demonstrating a strong work ethic and a willingness to learn and be flexible in the face of change.
  • Develop an understanding and support for the mission and purpose of The Salvation Army in Canada and its implications as related to position responsibilities.

Successful candidates, prior to hiring, may be required to provide:

  • Background check consent
  • Education verification
The Salvation Army offers accommodation for applicants with disabilities in its recruitment process. If you are contacted to participate in an interview or screening process, please advise us if you require accommodation.
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