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Job description
Assistant Store Manager
Location: St. Joseph, MO
Pay: $16.00 per hour
Job Type: Full-Time
Schedule: 40 hours per week, including days, evenings, weekends, and holidays as scheduled
Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision & Hearing Insurance, 403(b) Retirement Plan with Employer Match Eligibility, Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays, Life Insurance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Employee Discount, Paid Training, Career Development Opportunities
About the Role
Join The Salvation Army in Doing the Most Good as an Assistant Store Manager. In this leadership role, you'll support the Store Manager in overseeing daily retail operations, staff supervision, production, sales performance, customer service, safety compliance, and store presentation.
This position is ideal for candidates with retail leadership experience who enjoy developing teams, driving store performance, and making a positive impact in their community. Through your work, you'll help generate critical funding that supports The Salvation Army's life-changing programs and services.
What You'll Do
Leadership & Team Development
Assist with training, coaching, and supervising store staff
Provide leadership and guidance during daily operations
Support employee development and promote a positive team culture
Assist with staffing, scheduling, and operational planning
Help ensure policies and procedures are consistently followed
Store Operations & Sales
Support the implementation of strategies to achieve production and sales goals
Assist in managing day-to-day store operations
Monitor store performance and identify opportunities for improvement
Help maintain appropriate inventory flow and merchandise availability
Support loss prevention efforts and product control procedures to minimize shrinkage
Store Appearance & Safety
Ensure the store is clean, organized, safe, and customer-ready
Assist in maintaining attractive merchandising and displays
Support compliance with OSHA regulations and Salvation Army safety policies
Monitor facility conditions and communicate maintenance needs
Customer Experience & Community Relations
Deliver exceptional customer service and create a positive shopping environment
Support customer retention and community engagement initiatives
Address customer concerns professionally and effectively
Represent The Salvation Army positively in the community
Support and uphold The Salvation Army's mission and values
Administrative Responsibilities
Assist with banking procedures and daily financial processes
Maintain operational records and required documentation
Provide information for employee evaluations and corrective actions
Communicate regularly with the Store Manager regarding store operations
Complete additional duties and special projects as assigned
Training Provided
Paid training on store operations, register procedures, and management responsibilities
Leadership development and coaching from experienced retail managers
Ongoing support and professional growth opportunities
Training on safety standards, customer service, and operational excellence
Why Join Us?
Make a meaningful impact in your local community
Work for one of America's most trusted nonprofit organizations
Opportunities for advancement and career growth
Comprehensive benefits package
Mission-driven and team-oriented workplace
Employee discount and wellness resources
Leadership experience in a growing retail environment
Qualifications
Required Education
High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent
Preferred Experience
Retail leadership, supervisory, or management experience preferred
Experience in customer service, merchandising, sales, or store operations
Cash handling, banking, and inventory management experience preferred
Skills & Abilities
Strong leadership and team-building skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to prioritize, multitask, and solve problems effectively
Customer-focused mindset
Basic computer proficiency, including Point of Sale (POS) systems
Strong organizational and time-management skills
Physical Requirements
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods
Frequent reaching, bending, stooping, and lifting
Regularly lift and move up to 25 pounds
Ability to work in a retail environment with moderate noise levels
Exposure to seasonal temperature fluctuations and dusty conditions
Equal Opportunity Employer
The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage applications from veterans, individuals with disabilities, people returning to the workforce, individuals impacted by the justice system, and candidates without a college degree.
Qualifications
Required
High School Diploma or equivalent
2 years retail experience (thrift experience a plus)
Valid Driver's License
Strong English communication skills
Basic computer proficiency including POS systems
Ability to pass pre-employment background check
Physical Requirements
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Worksite address
saint joseph, MO, 64507, US
Who can apply
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