We’re a passionate animal lovers, dedicated to protecting furry friends and giving them the happy, healthy lives they deserve. As a recognized leader in animal welfare, we offer more than just a job. We offer a purpose, a team that feels like family, and a workplace full of heart (and more than a few happy tail wags).
Our team is creative, compassionate, and driven by the desire to make a real impact. If you’re ready to roll up your sleeves, share your talents, and work alongside others who love animals as much as you do, check out our current job openings.
The Brevard Humane Society offers a comprehensive benefit package to eligible employees.
The Brevard Humane Society offers a variety of internship opportunities for those interested in gaining hands-on experience with animal care and looking to learning from our dedicated caregivers.
Unpaid internships are open to college students, undergraduate and graduate students, as are other candidates who have equivalent life and work experience with animals and those looking to make a career change. Intern programs are open to people 20 years of age and over.
If you wish to be considered for an internship, please submit an application, a cover letter, résumé, two letters of recommendation from professors and/or employers and a transcript (unofficial transcripts are accepted).
GENERAL STATEMENT OF RESPONSIBILITIES:
The Thrift Shop Manager is responsible for all aspects of running a Thrift Shop as a business, including maintaining customer service standards, revenue growth, employee/volunteer training and development, operations, striving to meet and exceed goals and adhere to a budget. As the manager, you take an active role in making the Thrift Shop strive, promote awareness and the mission of the Humane Society to the community.
SPECIFIC DUTIES:
– Oversee finances (using basic accounting principles) and budgeting for Thrift shop
– Oversee daily operations of:
– Donations
– Sorting/pricing of donations
– Volunteers and community service workers
– Ensure the facility is clean and kept presentable
– Ensure the outside of the facility and parking areas are clean and free of hazards
– Creating attractive displays and effectively merchandise goods for sale
– Locating placement/arrangement of merchandise
– Coordinating the maintenance of the landscape if required
– Oversee the loading and unloading of merchandise from vehicles as needed
– Oversee the cash flow of daily sales
– Oversee loss prevention
– Oversee all aspects of staffing
– Provide input regarding outside opportunities for the Organization
POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
Education:
– High School or GED (College desirable)
Experience:
– Previous thrift shop experience desired but retail experience is a must
– Previous management in a retail environment.
– Human Resource experience including hiring, disciplining, termination, reviews, coaching and training
– Accounting principles and money handling
– A minimum of one year of customer service
– Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
– Strong communication and interpersonal skills
– Ability to multi-task and detail oriented
– Ability to work independently and oversee others
– Demonstrate strong teamwork skills and work well in a team
– Bilingual candidates (Spanish/English) are highly desirable
– Non-profit experience is a plus
Skills:
– Ability to operate a computer.
– Must be highly organized and energetic.
– Self –starter.
– Able to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
– Self- initiating and directing yet able to accept supervision.
– Able to get along well with others and project positive attitude. (Team Player)
Uniforms:
– Business casual appropriate attire
– Closed toed shoes
