Assistant Store Manager - Region #4 Bench

Application Details Application deadline: 07/10/2026 Pay: $58,180.00 annually Open availability is required *All applicants are required to attach a resume to their application to be considered for this position.* Ready to grow your leadership career? We are looking for an experienced manager from retail, hospitality, or production who has led teams of 20-30 people. The Assistant Store Manager role at Goodwill of Colorado is a hand‑on leadership position that requires strong customer service, financial, and team‑development skills. In this high‑visibility role you will receive immediate training and play a key part in driving store performance. This role blends business savvy with genuine people leadership. If you're motivated by meaningful work and excited to support a mission that helps individuals across Colorado achieve greater independence, we'd love to meet you. Geographically we will be looking for Fountain, Canon City, Monument, Pueblo, and Woodland Park! Join Goodwill of Colorado—where your leadership changes lives. Goodwill changes lives across Colorado! With more than 20 programs serving individuals who have a disability, those with barriers to employment, and seniors, we are always looking for team members who are passionate about our mission: helping individuals achieve greater independence. Job Summary The Assistant Manager, Store will manage daily operations of a retail store and act as the Retail Store Manager in the Manager’s absence. Assistant Managers are responsible for meeting financial goals to generate the income and donations necessary to support Goodwill’s mission and community programs. Assistant Managers must empower staff, inspire development, and take an active, hands‑on role to achieve success. Responsibilities include merchandising, donation collection, loss prevention, point‑of‑sale systems, product quality control, pricing strategy, community rapport, and customer relations. Assistant Managers must manage budgeting, financial reporting, and profit and loss in partnership with the Retail Store Manager. Essential Functions Store Assistant Manager: Work closely with the Retail Store Manager to achieve goals and objectives and to increase sales and donations. Recommend changes to operational procedures to maximize expense‑to‑revenue ratios. Promote safety for all employees, ensuring OSHA and CARF standards are met; may serve as Safety Representative on the operations and sales safety sub‑committee. Become certified on pallet jack, walkie stacker, forklift, hand dolly, or other equipment; train staff and enforce safety standards during product movement. Maintain awareness of competition and retail trends to suggest appropriate actions. Maintain a strong knowledge of the point‑of‑sale (POS) system. Empower, lead, and manage retail store staff, ensuring safety, productivity, and success. Oversee daily operations of all functional areas: sales floor, storefront, donation store, production areas, internal product movement, and storage facilities. Directly responsible for hiring, performance management, employee goal setting, and termination recommendations for at least one department. Maintain up‑to‑date knowledge of Goodwill policies, the Employee Handbook, safety standards, and all supplemental policies. Partner with the Retail Store Manager to conduct employee training, awareness, and knowledge transfer meetings. Be on call for alarm notifications after hours. Job duties may extend beyond the listed tasks and may include additional responsibilities as required. Bench Store Assistant Manager: Provide coverage for unexpected or planned absences and facilitate growth and training for team members. Collaborate with other management personnel to enhance store performance and contribute to business development initiatives. Assignments may be required in locations beyond the immediate geographic area. Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities. Education: High School diploma or equivalent is required; some college is preferred. Experience: At least 2 years supervising retail operations (or similar) with responsibility for the business’s financial success. Other: Proficient with office equipment, Microsoft Word, Excel, and web‑based applications (e.g., UKG). Manage corporate email and calendar (e.g., Outlook). Strong organizational skills to manage multiple projects, people, and retail store functions under a deadline‑pressured environment. Understanding of marketing and retail principles; production processes; quality control; and staff empowerment for timely product production. Ability to analyze financial statements and use statistical information to increase store success. Adaptability to changing circumstances and accountability for overall store performance. Experience training, developing, and recognizing talent and leadership; empower team to manage their departments. Effective verbal and written communication skills; ability to communicate upward, downward, and laterally. Empathy for individuals with disabilities and disadvantages. Ability to obtain walkie stacker and/or forklift certification. Possibility to relocate to other stores within the assigned region based on business needs. Flexible schedule to include weekdays, weekends, evenings, and holidays; able to work any hours necessary for store coverage. Preferred ability to drive for company business. Must meet vehicle insurance requirements: 21+ years for basic authorization; 25–70 years for passenger transportation; 25+ for CDL. Must pass an MVR check and background check and have a valid Colorado State driver license. Guidelines for Physical Requirements Continuously: 5–8 hours Frequently: 3–4 hours Occasionally: 1–2 hours Never: none Lifting, Carrying, and Other Physical Activities LIFTING: Heavy: 45 lbs & over – OCCASIONALLY; Moderate: 15–44 lbs – OCCASIONALLY; Light: 14 lbs & under – FREQUENTLY CARRYING: Heavy: 45 lbs & over – OCCASIONALLY; Moderate: 15–44 lbs – OCCASIONALLY; Light: 14 lbs & under – FREQUENTLY PUSHING/PULLING: FREQUENTLY REACHING: Above shoulder – OCCASIONALLY; At shoulder – FREQUENTLY; Below shoulder – OCCASIONALLY TWISTING: OCCASIONALLY BENDING: OCCASIONALLY KNEELING/CRAWLING: OCCASIONALLY SQUAT: OCCASIONALLY CLIMBING: Use of legs only (stairs) – OCCASIONALLY; Use of arms & legs (ladders) – OCCASIONALLY HEARING: CONTINUOUSLY VISION: Visual, close – FREQUENTLY; Visual, distant – OCCASIONALLY; Visual, depth perception – FREQUENTLY HANDS/FINGERS: Simple grasping – FREQUENTLY; Fine manipulation – CONTINUOUSLY; Repetitive movements – CONTINUOUSLY WALKING, STANDING, SITTING: FREQUENTLY SPEAKING: CONTINUOUSLY OTHER: Driving – OCCASIONALLY BALANCE & BENEFITS Full‑time position is eligible for Medical, Dental, Vision, Short‑Term Disability, Life/Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Flexible Spending Accounts, Long‑Term Disability, and voluntary supplemental benefits. Paid time off includes vacation, sick, holiday, floating holiday, jury duty, and bereavement leave. Employees may make pre‑tax or post‑tax (Roth) contributions to the retirement plan—must be 18 years of age to participate. The position is eligible for Daily Pay through DailyPay. Equal Opportunity Employer Goodwill is an Equal Opportunity Employer dedicated to employing qualified individuals including those with disabilities, protected veterans, and military spouses. Goodwill participates in E‑Verify. For more information on E‑Verify, please contact DHS: View phone number on click.appcast.io or We promote a Safe & Drug‑free Workplace. Applicants/Employees using a personal vehicle for company business (receiving company mileage reimbursement) must have valid vehicle insurance, a valid driver license, and the vehicle must be road‑worthy. All employees will undergo a motor vehicle record check and background check; disclosure of moving traffic violations or vehicle crashes within the last five years is required. Criteria for inclusion on the driver insurance schedule are: 21 years of age for basic authorization; 25–70 years for passenger transportation; 25+ for CDL. Equal Opportunity Employment: No discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. Goodwill is a non‑discriminating non‑profit organization. #J-18808-Ljbffr