Retail Attendant

WHO WE ARE

CFMWS. A job with purpose. Our 4000+ person strong organization champions a healthy, fun, creative and active lifestyle for Canadian Armed Forces members, Veterans and their families. Help us deliver a variety of recreation and fitness programs, offer family support, organize charity events and make sure our members access retail, travel and banking discounts and customized financial services. At Canadian Forces Morale and Welfare Services (CFMWS), we love what we do. And we live it too.

THE ROLE

Imagine the excitement and ability to show off your incredible skills in a deployed environment (overseas) for six months working in a retail store for the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) and partner nations from across the world!

As a deployed Retail Attendant, you are not just providing retail services, but enhancing the morale and welfare of all the troops deployed.

The Retail Attendant is part of an enthusiastic team of adventurous individuals who enjoys meaningful employment and contributing in a team-based environment. Excited by the opportunity to deploy as a civilian among CAF personnel abroad, you are a team player with a positive attitude in a fast-paced setting. You are able to adapt to new challenges in an ever-changing dynamic environment.

The Retail Attendant provides exceptional customer service in a retail store, to the CAF and partner nations. You prepare and serve Tim Hortons beverages, handle cash and card transactions, and interact with customers. You seek innovative ways to organize store displays, solicit feedback from customers, and stock the store shelves.

The Retail Attendant position is physically demanding due to the constant restocking of inventory, standing all day, and walking back and forth to storage areas.

The Retail Attendant plays an important role in enhancing the morale of CAF and partner nations by assisting with recreational activities and events. Keeping the military energized ensures they are mentally and physically ready to sustain the difficulties of military operations, and live healthy balanced lives.

This is an exciting and rewarding opportunity that does not come along often!

QUALIFICATIONS NEEDED

Education, Certifications and Licenses

An acceptable combination of education, training, and/or experience

Canadian citizenship

Must have a valid Canadian passport

Valid Canadian driver’s license (Class G or Class 5)

Experience

In cash handling

In operation and daily maintenance of retail equipment

In ensuring quality of products meet established standards

In retail operations

In basic retail sales record keeping

In health and safety practices

Competencies

Client focus, organizational knowledge, communication, innovation, teamwork and leadership.

Additional Qualifications Prior to Deployment

Completion of a health, dental and psychosocial assessment

Security screening

Current CPR and Basic First Aid qualifications

Ability to walk and lift, carry, pull/or push heavy items

LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS

• English Essential
• Bilingual (English and French) Essential with the following language profile:

Reading: None

Writing: None

Oral: Functional

Candidates meeting the Bilingual Essential requirement will be considered for all available positions (both English Essential and Bilingual Essential).

JOB INFORMATION

POSITION TYPE

Civilian deployment contracts are 6 month terms. Deployment start dates may take place within the next 2 years.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

Salary: $27,935 - $30,965 for six months

Hours of work: Maximum 56 hours per week, which includes weekdays and weekends.

Tax free allowance: Possibility of up to $1,716 per month in addition to your salary (Allowance rates are based on mission/location/date).

Home Leave Travel Allowance (Vacation): Possibility of paid leave (vacation).

Accommodations and meals: provided for duration of deployment.

Health Benefits: Drug coverage, travel insurance, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance and accidental death and dismemberment coverage.

Excursions: Possibility to explore and experience the local culture and environment through activities like excursions off base.

LOCATION: Camp Adazi, Latvia

APPLICATION INFORMATION - IMPORTANT

TO APPLY:

In order to be considered for deployment, please include the following in your application. Failure to include all items will result in your application being screened out of the competition.

For Internal Employees of CFMWS:

• Resume - clearly show how you met each qualification
• Support letter/email – from your Senior Manager (or equivalent), confirming support for your training attendance and future deployment. This must be submitted with your initial application and cannot be submitted later.

For External Candidates:

• Resume - clearly show how you met each qualification

IF SUCCESSFUL – SELECTION AND TRAINING COURSE

Successful candidates will be invited to participate in a multi-day training and selection course.

Location: Halifax, Nova Scotia

Date: April 25, 2025 - May 4, 2025

Compensation: Fully paid attendance, including travel, accommodations and meals

Purpose: You will learn more in-depth about the day-to-day expectations, technical work-related training, as well as a basic understanding of military practices and procedures.

LEARN MORE

Learn more about deployment support: Deployment Support

INCLUSION AND ACCOMMODATION

CFMWS is committed to providing an inclusive, equitable and accessible environment, where all employees feel valued, respected and supported. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates who can help us build a workforce that reflects the diversity of Canadian society. Workplace accommodation measures are available to all candidates identifying a need during the selection process.