Assistant Manager
Goodwill of Southwestern Pennsylvania
Buckhannon, West Virginia, United States · Full Time
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- Experience
- Up to 1 yrs
- Salary
- USD 18 – USD 19 / hour
- Openings
- 1
- Posted
- 4 hours ago
- Work mode
- In office
- Education
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Eligibility
- Applicants must meet the stated education and experience requirements. Internal candidates may be considered with the alternate Goodwill Team Leader experience path. Candidates should also be available for varied shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, and may need to travel locally.
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Job description
About the Organization
Goodwill of Southwestern Pennsylvania and North Central West Virginia is a nonprofit that supports job training, education, and other community initiatives by reselling donated apparel and household goods through its stores and online channels. The organization is mission-driven, community-focused, and includes a workforce of around 1,000 people working together to support local communities. It has also been recognized by Forbes as one of America’s “Most Inspiring Companies” for three consecutive years.
The organization provides opportunities across a broad range of roles, from entry-level positions to management, in retail, human services, and administrative functions.
Role Overview
As the Assistant Store Manager, you will support the Store Manager in running the retail store or outlet. The role calls for strong judgment, leadership, and people-management skills, along with a customer-first approach and the ability to keep day-to-day operations organized and efficient.
Key Responsibilities
- Support store leadership by guiding staff, program participants, donors, and customers so that production targets, quality standards, and sales goals are achieved.
- Help maintain smooth store operations and ensure the location runs efficiently.
- Promote and reinforce organizational policies and procedures so that both staff behavior and store presentation reflect a positive image inside and outside the organization.
- Use strong communication, problem-solving, organizational, and management abilities to support the team.
- Maintain a customer-focused and detail-oriented approach in daily work.
Working Schedule and Travel
The schedule will vary. Availability is required for evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed. Local travel may also be required.
Compensation
The external hiring range for this position is $18.08 to $19.16 per hour.
Qualifications
- A high school diploma or equivalent is required, along with at least 1 year of management experience.
- Internal applicants may qualify with a high school diploma or equivalent and at least 6 months of experience in a Goodwill Team Leader role.
- Experience in retail is preferred, including backgrounds in fast food, resale, or manufacturing/production.