Thrift Store Assistant Manager — Bilingual Leader

GOODWILL IND OF THE CHESAPEAKE INC; Odenton (MD); On-site; USD 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bilingual English/Spanish pay premium

Job summary

Goodwill Industries of the Chesapeake is hiring an Assistant Store Manager for Thrift Retail in Odenton, MD. The role supports store leadership and steps in during the Store Manager’s absence in a fast-paced retail setting.

The position offers regular full-time hours with an hourly wage of $19.10–$22.10, plus a bilingual English/Spanish premium of $1.50 per hour. Weekend availability is required, with opportunities to develop leadership and contribute to a meaningful mission.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 1 year of supervisory experience in retail.
• Strong leadership, customer service and merchandising skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities with minimal supervision.
• Self-starter mindset with flexibility to learn and grow.
• Valid driver’s license, insurance, and access to a personal vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Support the Store Manager in all aspects of store operations
• Supervise, train, schedule, and coach retail employees and volunteers
• Lead by example in delivering excellent customer and donor service
• Help achieve sales, production, and expense control goals
• Maintain a clean, safe, and well‑organized store environment
• Investigate and document accidents, injuries, and safety issues
• Oversee merchandising, inventory flow, and sales floor presentation
• Address customer concerns and promote Goodwill’s mission and values
• Assume store leadership responsibilities when the Store Manager is absent

Skills

Supervisory experience

Customer service

Merchandising

Leadership

Self-starter

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Goodwill Industries of the Chesapeake is hiring an Assistant Store Manager for Thrift Retail in Odenton, MD. The role supports store leadership and steps in during the Store Manager’s absence in a fast-paced retail setting.

The position offers regular full-time hours with an hourly wage of $19.10–$22.10, plus a bilingual English/Spanish premium of $1.50 per hour. Weekend availability is required, with opportunities to develop leadership and contribute to a meaningful mission.