Retail Associate – DIA, DC

We create opportunities and independence for blind and visually impaired people of all ages through innovative rehabilitation programs, diverse career options, quality blind-made products, and a variety of resources.

We are looking for career-minded people to make a real impact in a fast-paced, high-energy environment that fosters individual growth and rewards performance. Our need is for a retail associate to join our AbilityOne base supply center. The ideal candidate will enjoy working with a close-knit group, in a team based environment.

So, what will you actually be doing?

The successful candidate will be able to:

1. Greet customers.
2. Provide customer assistance in product selection.
3. Be knowledgeable of promotional offerings.
4. Use a point-of-sale system to ring up purchases and make accurate transactions.
5. Bag purchases and provide receipts.
6. Accept/handle orders and/or special-order requests.
7. Stock shelves.
8. Maintain cleanliness of store.
9. Assist in warehouse operations (in-checking, off-loading, cleaning, etc.)

Qualifications:

1. Must possess excellent communication and customer service skills.
2. Possess basic math computation skills.
3. Must be proficient in keyboards, computers, and inventory equipment.
4. Must operate a point-of-sales system.
5. May routinely lift heavy objects up to 50 pounds.

Qualified candidates must be able to pass a background investigation at blind industries and services of Maryland’s expense.

Visit our website at www.bism.org to learn more about blind industries and services of Maryland. We positively change people’s attitude about blindness!

This is a tremendous opportunity! We offer a competitive salary based on education, experience, and other qualifications. BISM offers comprehensive benefits including medical, prescription, dental, vision, life, disability, 403(b) with match, profit sharing, tuition reimbursement, paid vacation, and more!

Each year blind industries and services of Maryland (BISM) provide programs and services that serve over 2000 blind Maryland citizens. BISM employs 480 exceptional associates at our twelve facilities in Maryland, Delaware, the District of Columbia, Kentucky and North Carolina where we manufacture the highest quality products.

Blind industries and services of Maryland is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.