Retail Sales Associate (Work Study Only)

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Position Title: Retail Sales Associate (Work Study)
Location: Thriftique, 125 51st St, Pittsburgh, PA 15201
Employment Duration: Monday, August 24th, 2026 – Monday, May 3rd, 2027
Reports To: Store Manager, Thriftique
Compensation: $11/hour

Purpose:

NCJWPittsburghSectionisagrassrootsorganizationofvolunteersandadvocateswhoturnprogressiveidealsintoaction.InspiredbyJewish values, NCJW strives for social justice by improving the quality of life for women, children, and families and by safeguarding individualrightsandfreedoms.Weactivelyaimtoliveourvaluesintheworkplace,includingfamily-friendlyflexibility. Work-study students at Thriftique will engage in community service by providing customer and client support, helping community members access affordable clothing and home goods, have the opportunity to mentor volunteers and peers in retail and sustainability practices, and supporting NCJW Pittsburgh programs that directly serve and empower women and other residents in the Pittsburgh area. ThisroledirectlyassiststheStoreManagerinsupportingtheretailoperationsofThriftique.

Responsibilities:

• Openandclosethestorefollowingproperproceduresdocumentedintheopeningandclosingchecklist

• Maintainasafeandorganizedsalesfloor

• Providesuperiorcustomerservice,includingansweringquestionsaboutcurrentstorepromotions/sales

• Hanging,tagging,andstockingmerchandise

• Executecashierresponsibilitiesusingpointofsalesystem

• Remaincurrentonallcompanypoliciesandensuresthatallpolicies,standards,andproceduresaremaintainedand followed in a consistent manner

• Maintainpositiveworkingrelationshipswithcoworkers,volunteers,studenttrainees,anddonors

• Staycurrentandup-to-dateonallstoresystems

• Otherdutiesasassigned

• Students must qualify or be pre-approved for the Federal Work Study program

• Passionforretail,sustainability&resale,ornonprofitorganizations

• Demonstratedexperienceinretailsalesandprovidingcustomerservice

• Comfortableworkingandinteractingwithawidearrayofpeople

• Stronginterpersonalandcommunicationskillsincludingtheabilitytoread,write,andinterpretinstructional documents such as safety rules, operating and instructions, and procedure manuals.

• Effectivelycommunicatewithcustomers,peers,andmanagement.

• Communicateonthetelephoneprofessionally

• Abilitytooperatepointofsalesystem

• Enthusiastic,friendly,andenergeticwithagenuinedesiretoprovideoutstandingservice

• Artisticskillsinmerchandising,marketing,orfashion

Physical Requirements:

• Mustbeabletostandforaminimumof4-6hours;andliftand/ormoveupto50lbs.safely

• Stoop,bend,kneelandcrouchonafrequentbasis

• Climbaladderandbalanceonanoccasionalbasis

To Apply: Please complete an application on Workday by submitting a resume and cover letter

All current student employees should notify their other manager(s) if you work multiple jobs on campus at the same time. Additionally, students may not work more than 20 hours per week (combined between all campus jobs) during the academic year. Students may not exceed 980 work hours per calendar year.

Student jobs do not automatically roll over to the next academic year or summer.

Chatham University strives to promote a campus environment that understands and embraces multiculturalism while increasing individuals' intercultural competence. We actively work to build and sustain a diverse and culturally vibrant campus, which promotes employee and student success and retention.

Chatham University is an Equal Opportunity Employer with a strong commitment to diversity, inclusion, and equity. Chatham University does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, reproductive health decisions, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, age, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital or family status, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.