Retail Associate

Goodwill is one of the leading non-profit brands in the world and one of the largest non-profits in Southern California. We are a rapidly evolving organization and yet we have never been more focused on our Mission, on our people, and on our future. It’s always a GOOD day in SoCal!

Be the Face of Goodwill. Make a Difference Every Day.

Goodwill Southern California is hiring Retail Associates to support our mission of Transforming Lives Through the Power of Work. As a Retail Associate, you’ll play a vital role in creating a welcoming and organized shopping and donation experience that keeps our stores running efficiently and supports our community programs.

What You’ll Do:

Provide excellent service to every customer and donor with professionalism and positivity.

Operate cash registers, process transactions accurately, and handle donations with care.

Sort, price, and merchandise donated goods to meet company standards.

Maintain clean, safe, and organized work areas.

Contribute to sales and production goals by supporting daily store operations.

Work flexible shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

What You Bring:

Ability to read, speak, and write basic English.

Some retail, sales, or customer service experience preferred.

Comfortable using point-of-sale and basic computer systems.

Dependable, punctual, and motivated to support a team environment.

A strong commitment to Goodwill’s mission and RISE values (Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence).

What's in it for you:

Hourly Rate: 18.47

Discount at Goodwill Socal retail locations

Goodwill Perks: Discounts on dining, retail, theme parks and movies

Employee Assistance Program: Mental and physical wellness, financial and legal resources and career and education partners

Grow with a purpose — join Goodwill SoCal and help make every interaction an opportunity to uplift individuals, strengthen communities, and create brighter futures.

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Goodwill gives preferential consideration to persons with barriers to employment. Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Employment decisions will comply with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination in employment including Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Age Discrimination Employment Act of 1967, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, the Immigration and Nationality Act, and any other characteristic protected by federal or state law.

Nondiscrimination on the Basis of Disabilities

It is the policy of Goodwill to provide reasonable accommodations for qualified persons with disabilities who are employees or applicants for employment. If you need assistance for accommodations to interview because of a disability, please notify the Human Resources Department.

Employment opportunities will not be denied to anyone because of the need to make reasonable accommodations for a disability.