Donations Associate - Arlington (Seasonal)

Description Position at Hope's Closet Thrift Job Title: Donations Associate Arlington Ministry/Department: Hope's ClosetReports to: Assistant Manager of DonationsStatus: Part-time/Hourly (Seasonal)Supervisory Role: Yes (Donation associates and serve staff)ObjectiveTo support and lead daily donations operations while providing excellent customer service and keeping focus on The Church of Eleven22 and Hope's Closet's vision of being a movement for all people to discover and deepen a relationship with Jesus Christ. This is a non-exempt part-time position. Key ResponsibilitiesMinister of the gospelDrive sales by executing daily operations of inventory and providing excellent customer service to our donors and customersMaintain organization in donations operation - processing area, donation door, warehouse side and stockroomAssist in training, coordination and supervision of donations staff and serve staff in donations operations, serving and ministry opportunitiesLead the team in the absence of the assistant manager - zoning staff, following up on daily duties, processing and replenishment Help create an inspiring team environment through setting and celebrating team goals, promoting open communication and demonstrating proactive work cultureDiscover training opportunities and collaborate with donations managers to provide coaching for team membersMust be able to lift a minimum of 50 poundsCompetenciesModel Hope's Closet® mission, vision and core values Ability to maintain strict confidentiality Ability to adapt to changeStrong proactive communication skillsPossess strong organizational, planning and problem - solving skillsTeam communicationAbility to work in a fast - paced work environmentAbility to be forklift certified (in-house certification available)Education and ExperienceCompletion of a high school diploma required2-3 years of relevant work experience, including retail or warehouse experience2-3 years management experience preferredPosition Type/Expected Hours of WorkThis is a part-time (Seasonal) position. Days may vary by week due to needs of the store and events. Weekend and holiday hours are a must.The church has several big events, ("All-Skates") throughout the year to help further the mission of The Church of Eleven22® and Hope's Closet. These events are encouraged for all staff to be in attendance and may vary, depending on the vision cast for the current year.Our entire staff family is called to action, so that we can continue to be a movement for all people to discover and deepen a relationship with Jesus Christ.Work EnvironmentThis job operates in a professional retail environment which includes both sales floor and warehouse/stockrooms. This position works mostly in the donation department which uses equipment like hand carts, dollies, ladders, rolling carts and rolling racks. Physical DemandsMust be able to:Stand or walk on concrete flooring for prolonged time periodsBend, lift, grasp, reach, push and pull materialsWalk on uneven surfaces, ladders and stairsAbility to lift up to 50 poundsCode of ConductWe live authenticity We are gospel-centered and mission-focusedWe are familyWe are life-long learnersWe aim for excellence in the experience with zero excessWe choose to trustWe pray 1st and decide 2nd We glorify God by honoring othersOur team unites under clear visionWe walk in humble confidence EEO StatementHope's Closet provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Hope's Closet reserves the right to discriminate on the basis of religion to the full extent permitted by law.

Created: 2026-04-02