Licensed Optician & Assistant Manager — Lead & Grow

America's Best; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Dental Insurance

401k Retirement Savings

Flex Spending Account

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Parental Leave

Employee Eyewear Discount

Overtime pay

Job summary

America's Best, part of National Vision, seeks an Assistant Eyeglass Manager to drive store performance, mentor optical staff, and ensure exceptional customer service. This role emphasizes leadership, merchandising excellence, and strong financial oversight in a busy retail environment.

The position requires licensure, ABO/NCLE certification, and proven supervisory experience to maintain high standards and growth within the team.

Qualifications

• Maintain Optical license as required by the state.
• Proven ability to lead, coach and build associate relationships.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to analyze and interpret financial reports.
• Demonstrated problem solving and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Drives revenue and monitors profit, sales and performance to National Vision standards.
• Oversees eyeglass department efficiency and compliance with policies.
• Mentors Opticians and Sales associates; assists with staffing and training.
• Leads merchandising, promotions, and pricing initiatives.
• Forecasts staffing needs and supports recruitment and retention.

Skills

Optical license

Leadership

Communication

Customer service

Financial analysis

Problem solving

Organizational skills

ABO/NCLE Certification

Job description

America's Best, part of National Vision, seeks an Assistant Eyeglass Manager to drive store performance, mentor optical staff, and ensure exceptional customer service. This role emphasizes leadership, merchandising excellence, and strong financial oversight in a busy retail environment.

The position requires licensure, ABO/NCLE certification, and proven supervisory experience to maintain high standards and growth within the team.