Nonprofit
Published 10/17/25 10:46AM

Thrift Shop Volunteer

On-site, Volunteer must be in or near San Diego, CA
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  • Details

    Available Times:
    Weekdays (daytime)
    Time Commitment:
    A few hours per week
    Commitment Details:
    Opportunities available Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays (excluding holidays) from 9:30 am – 1:30 pm.
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    9
    Cause Areas:
    Community Development, Veterans
    Participation Requirements:
    Background Check, Attend Orientation
    Age Requirement:
    18+
    Other Requirements:
    Our shop is on a Naval Base; a background check will be required for base access. We have no weekend or evening hours available.

    Description

    Thrift Shop Volunteer

    The Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society (NMCRS) San Diego is looking for committed volunteers to work Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays (excluding holidays) from 9:30 am-1:30 pm in our thrift shop located on Naval Base San Diego. Our Thrift Shop Volunteers are responsible for performing a variety of tasks to support our active duty and retired military families.

    RESPONSIBILITIES

    • Collect, sort and price donated items
    • Arrange items in the sales area
    • Check clients out using an electronic payment system
    • Maintain accurate sales records
    • Must be available for entire 9:30 am-1:30 pm shift

    QUALIFICATIONS

    • Commit to the team for a minimum of 6 months
    • Complete NMCRS Orientation and Training
    • Be able to work collaboratively with a variety of personalities, including clients and fellow volunteers
    • Ability to lift 20 lbs

    BENEFITS

    • Childcare and mileage reimbursement available
    • Build your resume and make professional connections
    • No prior retail experience required, in house training provided
    • Gain retail experience
    • Opportunity to have a positive impact on quality of life for NMCRS clients

    Preference given for military spouses or those who already have military base access. Those without base access must be able to pass a background check. For more information about Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society, please visit www.nmcrs.org.

    3 shifts available:

    • Monday: 09:30 to 13:30 PST
    • Wednesday: 09:30 to 13:30 PST
    • Friday: 09:30 to 13:30 PST

    Location

    On-site
    Naval Base San Diego Thrift Shop, Bldg 92, San Diego, California, US
    Bldg 92

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