Retail Assistant Manager - Full-Time

maurices; Oswego Township (IL); On-site; USD 26,408 - 28,709; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

40% discount

Flexible work schedule

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

A national retail brand is seeking an Assistant Store Manager in Oswego Township, IL. This role involves supervising a store team to create unforgettable shopping experiences. The ideal candidate should possess customer service experience, be able to foster a positive working environment, and effectively lead a team. This position offers a flexible schedule, competitive pay, and a comprehensive benefits package. Opportunities for growth and training in leadership skills are also available.

Qualifications

• 1 year of customer service experience required; supervisory experience preferred.
• Ability to foster a team while creating a positive working environment.
• Demonstrated ability to achieve goals.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the supervision of a store team focused on customer experience.
• Interact with customers regularly as a sales lead.
• Execute opening and closing Standard Operating Practices.

Skills

Customer service experience

Supervisory skills

Team fostering

Decision-making

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, and today you’ll find us in over 800 communities across North America and online at maurices.com. At maurices, it’s more than clothes—it's where fun, friendship and fashion come together! Ready to help bring feel‑good fashion for real life™ to hometowns across North America? We’re looking for individuals with a passion for fashion that have what it takes to give the kind of exceptional service our customers know, love and deserve from us. This is an evergreen requisition used to build a pipeline of candidates for future openings. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and candidates may be contacted as positions become available.

Position Overview

Job Description

What you’ll do

The Assistant Store Manager assists in the supervision of a store team focused on creating an unforgettable shopping experience that leaves our customers looking and feeling their best. You will be supported in developing leadership skills to help build your career path. As a sales lead, the assistant manager interacts with customers on a regular basis leading the customer experience with the store team. The assistant manager strategizes to achieve team sales goals and, as a key holder, is involved in efficiently and accurately executing maurices Standard Operating Practices (SOPs), such as opening and closing the store.

What you’ll get in return

• A flexible work schedule
• Working with a team that believes in our Work Smart and Have Fun value
• A growth‑minded atmosphere in a positive and supportive environment
• A 40% discount
• Well‑rounded benefits including mental, physical, and health resources

Assistant Manager Candidates Must Have

• 1 year of customer service experience required; 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 making decisions
• Demonstrated ability to achieve goals
• Computer proficiency
• Ability to work a flexible schedule

Assistant Manager applicants must be at least 18 years of age.

Location

Store 1616-Gerry Centennial Plz – maurices-Oswego, IL 60543

Position Type

Regular/Full time

Pay Range

Hourly: $19.17 – $20.84 (Pay will vary based on qualifications, experience, skill level, competencies and work location). This position is eligible for monthly incentive compensation based on store performance.

Benefits Overview

We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support your health, financial security, and work‑life balance. Full‑time associates are eligible for a suite of benefits including three medical plans (PPO or High‑Deductible with HSA option), Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare and Dependent Care), Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Voluntary Life, Spouse and Child Life Insurance, Long‑Term Disability. Maurices provides basic Life Insurance, Short‑Term Disability at no cost, access to the Wellbeing platform with Personify Health, and an Employee Assistance Program. After 6 months of employment, you may be eligible for a 401(k) with an immediately vested Safe Harbor matching contribution. Tuition Assistance is available after 1 year. PayActiv early earnings access is also offered.

Paid Time Off is earned on an accrued basis. Sick time is awarded each January (56 hours, prorated). Holiday pay includes New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and two weeks of New Parent Leave for birth, adoption, or foster placement.

Equal Employment Opportunity

All replies confidential – maurices is an equal opportunity employer. The Company is committed to hiring and developing the most qualified people at all levels. It is our policy in all employment decisions to ensure that all associates and potential associates are evaluated on the basis of qualifications and ability without regard to sex, race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, military status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other protected classification under applicable law. We do not discriminate in any of our employment policies and practices. All associates are expected to follow these principles in all relationships with other associates, applicants, or others with whom we do business. The Company welcomes applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the application process.

Note to Applicants: Smoking is prohibited in all indoor areas of the Company unless designated smoking areas have been established by a particular location in accordance with applicable law.