Grey Bears Careers

Local, vital and multifaceted, Grey Bears has been sustainably nourishing Santa Cruz senior bodies, minds and souls since 1973. Grey Bears helps seniors and our community thrive through its unique 3 pillar program, which includes its signature Healthy Food Bag delivery for seniors, a no-cost food market, and weekday lunch.

The Grey Bears thrift store repurposes donated household items, which reduces our collective carbon footprint while supporting our Healthy Food Program. Grey Bears promotes activity, seniors learning and volunteering to keep our community engaged and connected. Learn more at greybears.org/about

Openings

Thrift Store Associate 3

Job Application Process

Take a look at the available job openings above to find a position that interests you.
Complete the application form below, or email your resume to careers@greybears.org.
Our HR team will carefully review your application. If your skills and experience are a good match for the role, we’ll reach out to discuss next steps.

Grey Bears Employment Application

Step 1 of 5 – Your Contact Information

Company

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Your Personal Contact Information

Your Name(Required)

First Middle Last

Your Email Address(Required)

Enter Email Confirm Email

Phone(Required)

Best phone number to contact you

Alternate Phone

Provide an alternate phone (optional)

Present Address(Required)

Street Address Address Line 2 City State ZIP Code

Is this your permanent address?(Required)

Yes

Permanent Address(Required)

Street Address Address Line 2 City State ZIP Code

Employment Desired

Are you applying for:(Required)

Regular full-time work

Regular part-time work

Temporary work (summer or holiday work)

If applying for temporary work, during what period of time will you be available?(Required)

What days and hours are you available for work?(Required)

Are you available for work on weekends?(Required)

Yes

If hired, what date can you start work?(Required)

Salary desired(Required)

Personal Information

Have you ever applied to or worked for Grey Bears before?

Yes

If yes, when did you apply or work for Grey Bears?

Do you have any friends or relatives working for Grey Bears?

Yes

If yes, list names and relationships

Why are you applying for work at Grey Bears?

If hired, would you have a reliable means of transportation to and from work?

Yes

Are you at least 18 years old?

(If under 18, hire is subject to verification that you are of minimum legal age.)

Yes

If hired, can you present evidence of your U.S. citizenship or proof of your legal right to live and work in this country?

Yes

Are you able to perform the essential functions for the job for which you are applying?

(Note: We comply with the ADA and consider reasonable accommodation measures that may be necessary for eligible applicants/employees to perform essential functions. Hire may be subject to passing a medical examination, and skill and agility tests.)

Yes

If no, describe the functions that cannot be performed.

Have you ever been convicted of a criminal offense (felony or serious misdemeanor)?

(Note: No applicant will be denied employment solely on the grounds of conviction of a criminal offense. The nature of the offense to the position(s) applied for may, however, be considered.)

Yes

If yes, state nature of the crime(s), when and where convicted and disposition of the case

Education

High School

Name

Address

Degree or Diploma

Did you graduate?

Yes

Number of years completed

Post high school education or training

College or university

Vocational/Business

Health Care/Other

College

Name

Address

Degree or Diploma

Did you graduate?

Yes

Number of years completed

Vocational/Business

Name

Address

Degree or Diploma

Did you graduate?

Yes

Number of years completed

Health Care/Other

Name

Address

Degree or Diploma

Did you graduate?

Yes

Number of years completed

Some of our clients do not speak English. Do you speak, write or understand any foreign languages?(Required)

Yes

If yes, which language(s)?(Required)

Do you have any other experience, training, qualifications or skills, which you feel make you especially suited for work at Grey Bears? If so, please explain

Are you currently employed?

Yes

May we contact your current employer?

Yes

Employment History

List all present and past employment starting with your most recent employer (last 10 years is sufficient). Account for all periods of unemployment. You must complete this section even if attaching a resume.

List current and past employers for the last 10 years.(Required)

Click the “+” icon at the end of the row to add additional rows.

Employer Name

Position

Dates of Employment (from – to)

Supervisor's Name

Phone Number

Have you obtained any special skills or abilities as the result of service in the military?(Required)

Yes

If yes, describe:(Required)

Upload Your Resume

Upload your resume in .pdf, .doc or .docx format

Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, Max. file size: 25 MB.

References

List below three persons not related to you who have knowledge of your work performance within the last three years.

1. (Required)

First Name Last Name

Occupation(Required)

Phone(Required)

Number of years acquainted(Required)

Address

2. (Required)

First Name Last Name

Occupation(Required)

Phone(Required)

Number of years acquainted(Required)

Address

3. (Required)

First Name Last Name

Occupation(Required)

Phone(Required)

Number of years acquainted(Required)

Address

Please Read Carefully and Sign Below

Click the checkbox to indicate you have read each paragraph below and complete the Terms and Conditions section before submitting your application.

Terms Paragraph 1

I hereby certify that I have not knowingly withheld any information that might adversely affect my chances for employment and that the answers given by me are true and correct to the best of my knowledge. I further certify that I, the undersigned applicant, have personally completed this application. I understand that any omission or misstatement of material fact on this application or on any document used to secure employment shall be grounds for rejection of this application or for immediate discharge if I am employed, regardless of the time elapsed before discovery.

Terms Paragraph 2

I hereby authorize the company to thoroughly investigate my references, work record, education and other matters related to my suitability for employment and further, authorize the references I have listed to disclose to the company any and all letters, reports and other information related to my work records, without giving me prior notice of such disclosure. In addition, I hereby release the company, my former employers and all other persons, corporations, partnerships and associations from any and all claims, demands or liabilities arising out of or in any way related to such investigation or disclosure.

Terms Paragraph 3

I hereby agree to submit to binding arbitration all disputes and claims arising out of the submission of this application. I further agree, in the event that I am hired by the company, that all disputes that cannot be resolved by informal internal resolution which might arise out of my employment with the company, whether during or after that employment, will be submitted to binding arbitration. I agree that such arbitration shall be conducted under the rules of the American Arbitration Association. This application contains the entire agreement between the parties with regard to dispute resolution, and there are no other agreements as to dispute resolution, either oral or written.

Terms Paragraph 4

I understand that nothing contained in the application, or conveyed during any interview which may be granted or during my employment, if hired, is intended to create an employment contract between me and Company. In addition, I understand and agree that if I am employed, my employment is for no definite or determinable period and may be terminated at any time, with or without prior notice, at the option of either myself or the company, and that no promises or representations contrary to the foregoing are binding on the company, and that no promises or representations contrary to the foregoing are binding on the company unless made in writing and signed by me and the company’s designated representative.

Terms and Conditions(Required)

By clicking this box, I agree to electronically sign this employment application. I understand that checking this box constitutes a legal signature confirming that I acknowledge and agree that the parties agree that this document may be electronically signed.

I agree to the terms and conditions.

Grey Bears shall not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition (cancer related and genetic characteristics), marital status, sex, sexual orientation, age (over 18), veteran status, gender, pregnancy, or any other non-merit factor unrelated to job duties. Such action shall include, but not be limited to, the following: recruitment; advertising; layoff or termination; rates of pay or other forms of compensation; selection for training (including apprenticeship); and employment, upgrading, demotion, or transfer.

Want a physical copy? Download and print the job application and bring it in person to 2710 Chanticleer Ave. Santa Cruz 95062.

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