Assistant Liquor Store Manager - Draper

State of Utah • Draper, UT

12d • Onsite

About The Position

The Utah Department of Alcoholic Beverage Services (DABS) is hiring a full-time Assistant Liquor Store Manager for its Draper, Utah store. The Assistant Manager works closely with the Store Manager to oversee State Liquor Store operations, lead and develop staff, manage financial and administrative tasks, control inventory, support customer service and wholesale order fulfillment, and ensure compliance with state laws. The position is in-office/on-site at 14445 S Minuteman Dr, Draper, Utah, 84020.

The schedule is flexible across shifts Monday through Saturday, between 8:00 AM and 11:00 PM. DABS stores are closed Sundays and all state and federal holidays. Applicants must be at least 21 years old, have management experience in a fast-paced retail environment, be able to lift up to 50 pounds continuously, and successfully pass a criminal background check.

The role requires physical exertion, including extensive standing and walking, frequent lifting, pushing, pulling, and carrying items up to 50 pounds, and recurring bending, reaching, stooping, kneeling, twisting, and other physical activities. Tools include a POS system, box cutter, and hand truck.

The State of Utah offers employment stability, career growth, meaningful community-focused work, a supportive work environment, a comprehensive benefits package, and retirement options. Preference may be given to current DABS employees.

Requirements

• Proven management experience in a fast-paced retail environment.
• A track record of bringing out the best in employees.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds on a continuous basis.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule across shifts Monday through Saturday, from 8:00 AM to 11:00 PM.
• Ability to successfully pass a criminal background check.
• Strong personal accountability and work ethic, with a commitment to excellent customer service.
• Knowledge of business and retail management principles, including resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership, and coordinating people and inventory.
• Understanding of instructional methods for onboarding staff, designing ongoing training, and measuring professional growth.
• Ability to monitor and assess individual and team performance and identify improvement or corrective-action needs.
• Excellent oral expression and comprehension, active listening, and clear, professional communication.
• Strong interpersonal awareness and ability to respond tactfully and professionally to stressful or fast-paced situations.
• Strong English-language proficiency for professional written and verbal communication.
• Ability to use logic, reasoning, and data to evaluate solutions and address operational challenges.
• Knowledge of retail sales, product presentation, and customer service principles.
• Proactive service orientation focused on supporting the team and improving the customer experience.
• Ability to stand, walk over level or uneven surfaces, and perform recurring physical work, including bending, crouching, stooping, stretching, reaching, and lifting.

Nice To Haves

• Current employment with the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Services (DABS) is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Store Manager in overseeing all aspects of State Liquor Store operations.
• Assist with staff scheduling, delegate work assignments, and monitor team performance.
• Train employees, provide technical assistance, and give constructive feedback.
• Manage store accounts receivable, process and account for payments, and ensure daily receipts and deposits are accurate.
• Maintain employee leave and payroll records.
• Conduct regular and spot-check inventories of merchandise and equipment.
• Order, receive, inspect, and store stock to maintain appropriate inventory levels.
• Verify that cash intake matches sales activity.
• Help customers locate and select products and promote superior customer service.
• Supervise and process wholesale liquor orders for licensees, including clubs, restaurants, and hotels.
• Maintain situational awareness and proactively address potential confrontations, including situations involving intoxicated individuals or shoplifters.
• Ensure staff are trained to enforce state laws, including the prohibition on sales to minors.
• Support ongoing staff training and monitor team development and performance.

Benefits

• Job stability and reliable employment within a well-established organization.
• Career growth and opportunities to develop valuable skills and pursue leadership within a large organization.
• Meaningful work that supports the community and organizational goals.
• Supportive work environment emphasizing cooperation, strong work ethic, and mutual support.
• Guaranteed time off when stores are closed on Sundays and state and federal holidays.
• Comprehensive State of Utah employee benefits package.
• Retirement options.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed