Thrift Store Clothing Intake Specialist

Union Gospel Mission Position Description

POSITION TITLE: Thrift Store Clothing Intake Specialist

REPORTS TO: Thrift Store Manager

LOCATION: 11611 SW Pacific Hwy Tigard OR 97223

STATUS: Part-time, 24-30 hours per week

WAGE: $18 per hour

OVERALL POSITION DESCRIPTION:  

The Thrift Store Clothing Intake Specialist is responsible for receiving, sorting, and preparing donated clothing for sale in the Thrift store. This role ensures clothing items are clean, in good condition, and properly organized for display on the sales floor.

AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY:

• Receive and sort donated clothing items.
• Inspect clothing for damage, stains, or excessive wear.
• Determine whether items are suitable for sale or disposal (bale).
• Identify higher-end or designer brands for placement on UGM’s High-End Rack.
• Hang and organize clothing and place new items on the sales floor.
• Assist in maintaining an organized and efficient clothing intake area.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Ability to stand, bend, reach, and lift up to 25 pounds regularly.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to assess garment quality quickly.
• Ability to work efficiently and meet store production goals.
• Ability to work well with staff, LifeChange men, and volunteers in a team environment.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

• A criminal history and background check are required and must be successfully completed.

FAITH COMMITMENT:

Character:  Strong commitment to the vision and values of Union Gospel Mission, have a passion for the gospel, and a desire to serve the homeless, broken, and addicted. Must be a follower of Jesus Christ and actively involved in a local Christian church. Must adhere to UGM’s Statement of Faith and Standards of Conduct.

As a faith-based non-profit, UGM seeks individuals who align with our understanding of biblical and moral teaching as expressed in the UGM Statement of Faith:

We believe:

• The Bible is the Word of God
• There is one God, eternally existing as Father, Son, and Holy Spirit
• Jesus Christ was born of a virgin, lived a sinless life, died on the cross, rose from the dead, and will come again in power and glory
• People are saved by grace through faith in Jesus, and that faith is expressed by confession and repentance
• The Holy Spirit empowers believers to know and worship God

PLEASE INCLUDE A RESUME WITH YOUR APPLICATION.