Assistant Store Manager

salvarmycareers; Cedar Falls (IA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Life and AD&D insurance

Long-term disability

Flexible spending accounts

403(b) retirement plan

Pension plan

Paid time off

Employee discounts

Job summary

The Salvation Army in Cedar Falls, IA is seeking an Assistant Store Manager to support the Store Manager in day-to-day operations, supervise staff, drive sales, and ensure store appearance and safety.

This full-time role offers a comprehensive benefits package, flexible scheduling, and opportunities to contribute to community programs while developing leadership and retail skills.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• 2 years retail experience preferred.
• Valid Driver's License required.
• Strong English communication skills required.
• Basic computer proficiency including POS systems.
• Ability to pass pre-employment background check.

Responsibilities

• Assist Store Manager with day-to-day operations.
• Supervise staff and ensure customer service and store appearance.
• Support banking and record-keeping procedures.
• Help manage income and expenses within budgeted parameters.
• Maintain safety, security, and OSHA compliance.

Skills

Strong English communication

Basic computer literacy

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

POS systems

Job description

Assistant Store Manager

Location:Cedar Falls, IA
Pay: $18.00 per hour
Job Type:Full-time
Schedule: 40 hours per week. Flexible scheduling required. Monday - Saturday days, evenings, weekends
Benefits:

• Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, and hearing coverage


• Employer-paid basic life and AD&D insurance


• Employer-paid basic long-term disability coverage


• Optional voluntary life, short-term disability, and enhanced long-term disability coverage


• Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays


• Flexible spending accounts


• 403(b) retirement savings plan


• Employer-funded pension plan for eligible employees

About the Role

Join our team in \"Doing the Most Good\" as an Assistant Store Manager. In this support leadership role, you'll assist the Store Manager in all day-to-day operations, including staff supervision, production, sales, store maintenance, customer development, banking, and record keeping procedures. This full-time position offers a comprehensive benefits package and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in your community.

Essential Responsibilities

Leadership & Operations

• Support staff training and supervision as assigned


• Implement strategies to meet production and sales goals


• Assist manager with store maintenance and appearance, ensuring safety, security, cleanliness, and utility


• Ensure compliance with OSHA and Salvation Army safety/security policies


• Work with store manager to keep income and expenses within budgeted parameters


• Protect resources through product control procedures to prevent shrinkage

Customer & Community Relations

• Implement customer development and retention plans


• Create an enjoyable shopping experience


• Work proactively to improve The Salvation Army's image among staff and community


• Support The Salvation Army's mission statement

Administrative

• Support banking and record-keeping procedures


• Document and provide information for personnel reviews and corrective actions


• Communicate with Store Manager regarding all aspects of store operations


• Handle all other duties as assigned

Training Provided

• Paid training on register and store procedures


• Ongoing coaching and support from store leadership


• Opportunity to build retail and customer service skills

Why Join Us

• Mission-driven work that supports programs in your community


• On-the-job training


• Team-oriented environment


• Employee Discount, Employee Assistance Program, and more!

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

• Regular standing, walking, and manual dexterity


• Ability to lift/move up to 50 pounds regularly


• Occasional lifting up to 100 pounds


• Capability to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, or crouch as needed


• Clear vision (close and distance) with ability to adjust focus

Schedule Requirements

• Flexibility to work early shifts, late shifts, and most weekends


• Available for occasional travel to various locations for work or training

Working Environment

• Store environment with quiet to moderate noise level


• May experience temperature fluctuations based on weather
  
• Some exposure to dust

The Salvation Army is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates who are back-to-work, US Veterans, people with disabilities, people who have been impacted by the justice system, and/or people without a college degree are encouraged to apply.