Retail Assistant Manager - Full-Time

maurices; DeKalb (IL); On-site; USD 24,714 - 26,863; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

40% discount

Flexible work schedule

Growth mindset atmosphere

Well-rounded benefits including health resources

Job summary

A fashion retail company in DeKalb is seeking a full-time Retail Assistant Manager to supervise and lead a team, ensuring an exceptional shopping experience. Candidates should have at least one year of customer service experience, strong leadership skills, and be proficient with computers. This role offers competitive hourly pay between $17.94 and $19.50, flexibility in schedule, and comprehensive benefits including medical plans and a 401(k).

Qualifications

• 1 year of customer service experience, supervisory experience preferred.
• Ability to foster a positive working environment.
• Experience in training and directing others.
• Demonstrated ability to achieve goals.

Responsibilities

• Assist in supervising the store team for an unforgettable shopping experience.
• Interact with customers and strategize to achieve sales goals.
• Execute Standard Operating Practices, including store opening and closing.

Skills

Customer service experience

Team leadership

Initiative

Computer proficiency

Job description

Brand Overview
At maurices, we’re all about feel‑good fashion for real life. We’re committed to our service with style promise and to offering affordable fashion that takes women from workday to weekend—and all of life’s adventures in between. With inclusive sizing from 0–24, maurices is known for versatile styles across key categories like denim, dresses, tops, and more. We’ve been doing this since 1931, with locations in over 800 communities across North America and online at maurices.com. It’s where fun, friendship and fashion come together!

Position Overview

Retail Assistant Manager – Full‑Time at Store 0415‑Oakland Place ShpCtr-maurices‑Dekalb, IL 60115. This evergreen requisition builds a pipeline of candidates for future openings. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.

Responsibilities

The Assistant Store Manager assists in supervising a store team focused on creating an unforgettable shopping experience for customers. You will develop leadership skills, act as a sales lead, interact with customers, strategize to achieve sales goals, and as a key holder, efficiently execute maurices Standard Operating Practices, including opening and closing the store.

What You’ll Get

• Flexible work schedule
• Team that believes in our ‘Work Smart and Have Fun’ value
• Growth‑mindset atmosphere in a positive and supportive environment
• 40% discount
• Well‑rounded benefits, including mental, physical, and health resources

Requirements

• 1 year of customer service experience (supervisory experience preferred)
• Ability to foster a team while creating a positive working environment
• Experience in training and directing others
• Ability to take initiative and participate in decision making
• Demonstrated ability to achieve goals
• Computer proficiency
• Ability to work a flexible schedule
• Must be at least 18 years of age

Compensation

Hourly: $17.94 – $19.50 (pay varies by qualifications, experience, skill level, and location). Eligible for monthly incentive compensation based on store performance.

Benefits Overview

Full‑time associates are eligible for a suite of benefits: medical plans (PPO or HDHP with HSA), dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, accident/critical illness/hospital indemnity coverage, voluntary life, spousal and child coverage, long‑term disability, basic life insurance and short‑term disability at no cost, Wellbeing platform with Personify Health, Employee Assistance Program, 401(k) after 6 months, Tuition Assistance after 1 year, and PayActiv earnings access. Paid time off, sick time, holiday pay, and new parent leave are provided.

Location & Schedule

Store 0415‑Oakland Place ShpCtr-maurices‑Dekalb, IL 60115. Regular/Full time. Flexible scheduling available.

Equal Employment Opportunity

We are an equal‑opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or any other protected class. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities. Smoking is prohibited in all indoor areas of the company unless designated smoking areas comply with applicable law.