Reuse Center Shop Volunteer

UpCycle Creative Reuse Center is a materials resource center and a creative making space that encourages creativity, critical thinking, innovation and environmentally sustainable behavior – one of its kind in Northern Virginia. At UpCycle, we help the community rethink the notion of waste, collecting donations from residents and businesses to serve as creative art materials.
UpCycle is seeking to fill a part-time Shop Volunteer position and this person will report to the Store Manager. This position is responsible for working in the UpCycle shop and handling all aspects of the customers’ experience. Currently this person is scheduled to work 12 hours per week on Wednesday and Saturday, however, as restrictions due to COVID ease or are lifted, this position has the potential for additional hours. This position can be split into two roles if necessary due to scheduling of possible applicants.
Responsibilities
• Open and close the shop following procedures of the Durant Arts Center where the shop is located
• Check in shop customers observing protocols needed during COVID, e.g., check temperatures, guarantee customers wear face masks
• Orient new customers to the shop inventory and layout
• Check out customers using the Square software, e.g., cash and credit card purchases, number of bags of materials ‘purchased’ by UpCycle members • Balance the cash box at the end of every day
• Integrate donations into the shop inventory
• Answer the UpCycle phone while the shop is open and handle any phone messages
• Keep the shop tidy Preferred
Qualifications
• Retail experience
• Strong customer service skills
• Ability to work independently
• Undergo background checks, in accordance with local law/regulations
UpCycle is currently located in the Durant Arts Center, 1605 Cameron Street, Alexandria, Virginia 22314. The location is Metro accessible (King Street Station) and free parking is available on-site. Interested applicants should send a resume and cover letter to the Store Manager, Rachel Witt, contact information below.