Employment
Why Work At SVdP?
- Competitive compensation and benefits package
- Mission-focused and respectful team environments
- Ample opportunities for development and promotion from within
- No late nights, store hours
Join Our Team Who Seek and Serve All in Need
The Society of St. Vincent de Paul is a grassroots, volunteer-based, direct-aid organization that brings together people to grow in their spirituality through service for others. We have been serving the Greater St. Louis area since 1845. SVdP is part of a national organization and linked by the common mission of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul. Today, the Society is the world’s largest social assistance organization working in more than 150 countries.
The SVdP St. Louis Council is composed of over 109 parish-based volunteer groups called Conferences. The main Council operation serves as a resource and support system for these Conferences. Our largest outreach program requiring paid staff is the thrift store operation.
The SVdP thrift stores are a place of hope and help for many in St. Louis and a vital part of the mission. Our team of dedicated employees and volunteers are committed to bringing quality and charity to every customer encounter. We are always looking for new team members to join us in the mission to provide amazing service and bring hope to those who need it most.
Team Benefits
SVdP offers a competitive benefits package including medical care, dental, vision, short- and long-term disability, life insurance and 401(k) for full-time positions. Employees working part-time are offered dental, vision and 401(k). Full-time employees are eligible for paid holidays, vacation, personal days*, and sick leave.
All candidates must pass an Integrity Assessment to move to the Interview stage of the hiring process. All offer receivers must pass a pre-employment drug screening and background check. Upon hiring, employees may be subject to monthly random drug testing as a condition of employment. Federal law requires employees to present documentation for I-9 that confirms identity and eligibility for employment in the United States.
*upon completion of one year, full-time employees are eligible to accrue up to two days of paid personal time off.
Holidays
Full-time employees are eligible for up to 10 paid holidays each year.
Vacation
Full-time employees earn and accrue anywhere from 1.54 hours to 6.15 hours per bi-weekly pay period.
Sick Leave
Full-time employees earn and accrue 2.66 hours of paid sick leave per bi-weekly pay period up to a maximum of 80 hours.
401(k)
All employees 21 years or older who work at least 1,000 hours in a 12-month period are eligible to contribute to a 401(k)-retirement plan and receive up to a company match of up to six percent (6%)
Job FAQs
Do I need to apply online or can I complete a paper application at the store?
You need to fill out an online application. This will allow the hiring manager to review your application.
How can I check the status of my application?
We make every effort to keep you informed of your application status through our human resource information system (HRIS). If you have not received a notification, you will need to contact the store or office location where you applied to work. The hiring manager will be able to give you an update on your application.
How old do I have to be to work for St. Vincent de Paul?
You need to be at least 16 years old to work for SVdP. Please read the online job posting for any job specific requirements.
Can I choose the store I work in?
Yes. Please submit your application to the store location(s) online for the specific position(s) in which you are interested.
How often do I get paid?
All SVdP employees are paid bi-weekly.
What is the dress code for working at SVdP?
In the retail thrift stores/processing/e-commerce/trucks, each employee will be issued SVdP shirts to wear. Acceptable bottoms options include jeans, khakis, chinos, slacks, skirts below the knee, mid-thigh shorts or skorts. Clothing must be clean and free of holes or stains. Closed-toe and closed-heel shoes are required. Hats may be worn at the dock due to weather conditions. Athletic or activewear (e.g., leggings, yoga pants, sweatpants) is not permitted. Business casual is the dress code at the Council Office.
Will I have to work weekends and holidays?
SVdP retail stores are open seven days a week. Stores are closed on certain holidays.
