St. Vincent de Paul Society of Lane County, Inc., located in Eugene, Oregon and one of the largest non-profit organizations in the area.

St. Vincent DePaul Society of Lane County (SVdP) employs 700 people, 4,000 volunteers and serves 84,000 individuals each year. The organization derives funding from grants, contracts, donations, and generates income from the operation of 14 thrift stores, mattress recycling facilities in Oregon and California and the development and management of low income housing units. Annual revenues in 2017 exceeded $40M from SVdP alone, with additional revenue from affiliated partnerships.,

SVdP is widely known as a compassionate and innovative agency that reliably achieves what it sets out to do. Our employees and leaders are skilled, motivated, inspired people who love their work and fully believe in the mission. We seek team members who are equipped with experience, talent, tools, skills, and enthusiasm to meet the needs of our community.

St. Vinnie’s Retail Stores are looking for friendly and hardworking individuals to add to our team! Candidates must have exceptional customer service skills, attention to detail, and have the physical ability to lift up to 35 lbs. repetitively and 50 lbs. on occasion. This position also requires motivation, and the ability to work as part of a team.

As a federally funded organization, we require a pre-employment drug test; testing includes cannabis. Job offers are also contingent upon completion of a background check.

SCHEDULE:

Weekend availability required.

Hours vary depending on location: 4 x10 hour shifts, 9:00am – 7:30pm or 5×8 hour shifts, 9:45am – 6:30pm

Rotating schedule

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Greet customers and see if they need assistance finding anything
  • Compute sales prices, total purchases and receive and process cash or credit payments
  • Arrange and display merchandise to promote sales
  • Unload carts full of merchandise to the proper areas of the store
  • Load carts with rotated merchandise
  • Hang clothing on racks and have the ability to lift and twist the upper body repetitively
  • Ability to stoop, twist, and bend continuously to put product away in high and low places
  • Proficiently and correctly check product for defects
  • Use hand truck, dolly, and furniture moving equipment
  • Watch for and recognize security risks and thefts, and know how to prevent and handle these situations
  • Sweep, mop, and wipe down glass surfaces, and windows and restrooms
  • Pick up items that have been left in dressing rooms and on the floor
  • Retain knowledge of sales, promotions, and discounts available
  • Must adhere to time and attendance policies
  • Attendance at mandatory meetings every other Friday is required
  • This list is not all-inclusive, and other duties may be assigned

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

  • Customer service oriented
  • Self-motivated, organized and able to work as part of a team
  • Strong verbal communication skills, and not afraid to ask questions
  • Ability to stand for 10 hours
  • Able to lift, push and pull up to 35 lbs.
  • Able to lift furniture and misc. items up to 50 lbs. with help from others and equipment
  • Cash handling experience helpful, but not necessary
  • Must have basic math skills

HOW TO APPLY

If you feel you are qualified and want to apply for this position submit a St. Vincent De Paul application here.

All employees and prospective employees of St. Vincent de Paul will receive equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability or any other trait protected by applicable law. Promotions, transfers, training, compensation, benefits and all other employment considerations will be administered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability or any other trait protected by applicable law. Veterans are encouraged to apply.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $16.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • Dental insurance
  • Employee discount
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off

Shift:

10 hour shift

Day shift

Work Location: In person

How to Apply

Apply with your resume and job application by email on our website!