Assistant Store Manager (Part-Time)

Storespace; South Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 22,041 - 23,419; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Work-life balance

Lifestyle perks

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Store Space Self Storage in South Elgin, IL is hiring an Assistant Store Manager to join our team. You will drive sales by converting opportunities to rentals, upselling, and caring for the facility on a daily basis.

We value high energy, customer service experience, and the ability to lead by example. The role requires reliability, strong communication, and the willingness to work 7 days a week, 9 am–5:30 pm. Join us for growth and opportunities at Store Space Self Storage.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of customer service experience (i.e. retail sales, restaurant, front desk, site management).
• 1+ years of customer-centered sales and collections (cold calling) experience.
• Strong computer skills and ability to learn new applications.
• Valid driver’s license with access to reliable transportation.
• Able to walk/sit/stand for extended periods of time.
• Able to operate POS and other typical office machines.
• Ability to travel between multiple locations.
• Experience in a leadership role or some supervisory experience is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Increase sales by converting opportunities to rentals and upselling.
• Care for the facility, inside and out, including collections and deposits.
• Respond to customer inquiries and provide excellent service.
• Lead by example and uphold CORE values to drive growth and build industry acumen.
• Collaborate with team to ensure a clean, safe, and positive customer experience.

Skills

Customer service experience

Sales experience

Strong computer skills

Valid driver’s license

Standing/walking ability

POS operation

Travel between locations

Tools

POS systems

Job description

Welcome and thank you for your interest in joining our team!

We’re excited that you’re considering a career with us. At Store Space, we’re always looking for individuals who bring passion, integrity, and a commitment to excellence in everything they do. This application is your first step toward becoming part of a team that values collaboration, growth, and meaningful impact.

Working for Store Space definitely has its perks:

• Comprehensive Benefits – including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and 401(k) retirement plans.
• Work-Life Balance Support – paid time off, holidays, sick leave, parental leave, and other forms of protected leave across our companies.
• Wellness & Lifestyle Perks – employer‑funded Lifestyle Spending Account, Employee Assistance Program, and access to voluntary benefits such as pet insurance, accident, and critical illness coverage.
• Growth & Opportunity – a culture of training, development, and internal promotion, with clear pathways for career advancement!

We look forward to learning more about you!

ASSISTANT STORE MANAGER

Do you have high energy and customer service/sales experience? Want to start an exciting career managing a multimillion‑dollar commercial property? Store Space Self Storage is looking to hire an Assistant Store Manager to join our team in South Elgin, IL and it could be you!

The hourly rate for this position is between $16.00‑$17.00 based on experience. We offer competitive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. We also offer 401(k) with company match, PTO, and sick time.

ABOUT STORE SPACE SELF‑STORAGE

At Store Space Self Storage, the relationship with our customers and the service we provide is the cornerstone of our success. We are a commercial real‑estate company that provides self‑storage facilities, real‑estate investment opportunities, and property management services, striving to deliver best‑in‑class customer service in everything we do.

As we expand, we are looking to hire dedicated team members to help us grow and drive results that outperform our peers. Potential team members should be ambitious and adaptable, focused on improving every customer’s life. Effective communication that helps instill trust through accountability is a must to be part of our team.

A DAY IN THE LIFE

As the Assistant Store Manager, you will serve as an invaluable member of our team by striving to build a clean, safe, and positive experience for our customers. You will be directly responsible for increasing sales by converting opportunities to rentals and upselling. Your day‑to‑day would involve caring for the facility, inside and out, as well as collections, deposits, and responding to customer inquiries.

Leading by example and demonstrating our CORE values, you’ll directly impact our company’s growth and success. You’ll have high expectations for yourself, sharpen your skills, build relationships and impeccable industry‑specific acumen; plus, you’ll love working with your team each day.

QUALIFICATIONS FOR AN ASSISTANT STORE MANAGER

• 2+ years of customer service experience (i.e. retail sales, restaurant, front desk, site management)
• 1+ years of customer‑centered sales and collections (cold calling) experience
• Strong computer skills and ability to learn new applications
• Valid driver’s license with access to reliable transportation
• Able to walk/sit/stand for extended periods of time
• Able to operate POS and other typical office machines
• Ability to travel between multiple locations.

Experience in a leadership role or some supervisory experience is highly preferred. We are looking for someone who can prioritize and multi‑task independently in a fast‑paced environment. You should also be an excellent communicator, organized, detail‑oriented, diplomatic, and a team player.

WORK SCHEDULE

We’re open 7 days a week from 9 am to 5:30 pm. Weekend and holiday shifts are required.

Job Location: 250 Randall Road, South Elgin, Illinois 60123

Thank you for taking the time to apply and share your background with us. We recognize the effort that goes into this process, and we truly appreciate your interest in becoming part of our team. If there’s a mutual fit, we’ll be in touch with next steps. In the meantime, we wish you all the best in your professional journey!

Store Space is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status or disability status.