Store Assistant Manager
About The Position
The Assistant Store Manager supports the Store Manager with day-to-day thrift store operations, including staff supervision, production, sales, store maintenance, customer development, banking, and record keeping. The position contributes to The Salvation Army’s mission and helps the store meet operational goals while providing affordable shopping options and supporting Adult Rehabilitation Centers. This is a full-time position for 40 hours per week, paying $17.50 per hour. The role requires schedule flexibility for early and late shifts and most weekends, and occasional travel to various locations for work or training. The work takes place in a store environment with quiet to moderate noise, possible weather-related temperature fluctuations, and some dust exposure. Physical requirements include regular standing, walking, and manual dexterity; lifting or moving up to 50 pounds regularly and occasionally up to 100 pounds; and the ability to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, or crouch.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Two years of retail experience; thrift experience is a plus.
- Valid driver’s license.
- Strong English communication skills.
- Basic computer proficiency, including POS systems.
- Ability to pass a pre-employment background check.
- Flexibility to work early shifts, late shifts, and most weekends.
- Availability for occasional travel to various locations for work or training.
- Regular standing, walking, and manual dexterity.
- Ability to lift or move up to 50 pounds regularly and occasionally lift up to 100 pounds.
- Capability to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, or crouch as needed.
- Clear close and distance vision with the ability to adjust focus.
Nice To Haves
- Thrift store experience.
Responsibilities
- Support staff training and supervision as assigned.
- Implement strategies to meet production and sales goals.
- Assist the Store Manager with store maintenance and appearance, ensuring safety, security, cleanliness, and utility.
- Ensure compliance with OSHA and Salvation Army safety and security policies.
- Work with the Store Manager to keep income and expenses within budgeted parameters.
- Protect resources through product control procedures to prevent shrinkage.
- Implement customer development and retention plans.
- Create an enjoyable shopping experience.
- Work proactively to improve The Salvation Army’s image among staff and the community.
- Support The Salvation Army’s mission statement.
- Support banking and record-keeping procedures.
- Document and provide information for personnel reviews and corrective actions.
- Communicate with the Store Manager regarding all aspects of store operations.
- Handle other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and hearing coverage.
- Prescription drug plan.
- Voluntary life insurance.
- Competitive pension plan.
- 403(b) retirement savings plan with immediate eligibility.
- Vacation days; accrual begins after the first month and eligibility begins after 90 days.
- Paid sick days.
- Paid holidays with immediate eligibility.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
