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*Please Note: position will be posted through Friday, August 9th, 2024* Goodwill of Colorado is seeking an experienced, high-energy, Assistant Manager for our Platte Outlet World located in Englewood! Do you have management/supervisory experience in retail, restaurant, logistics, production, warehouse, recycling or similar industries? Do you have significant customer service, financial/monetary, production/inventory, and staff management experience? Have you lead a team of 20 to 30 employees? Our Assistant Manager position may be the opportun Minimum Pay starts at $55,000.00 Annually DOE. This Full Time job is eligible for Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, Long Term Disability, Short Term Disability, Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment, Flexible Spending Accounts and several voluntary supplemental benefit offerings. In addition, this position is eligible for paid time off in the form of vacation, sick, holiday, floating holiday, jury duty and bereave Goodwill of Colorado serves all of Colorado and is growing! Opportunities for career advancement could come available anywhere in the state. Goodwill changes lives across Colorado! With more than 30 programs serving individuals in our Community overcome barriers to economic and personal independence, we are always looking for team members who are passionate about being part of our mission. OBJECTIVE: The Assistant Manager for Aftermarket Operations (AMAO) will manage the daily operations of our Outlet Store located at our Platte Outlet World in an assistant role, maximizing profits while ensuring customers/donors receive the highest level of customer service at this non-traditional shopping experience and maintaining an "Attitude of Gratitude" to support the mission of the organization. The AMAO will also manage the Recycling Operations of the Platte Outlet World administrating all aspects of the recycled and salvageable goods processing system. The AMAO will also support the Platte Outlet World Manager in implementing best practices for processing, storage and salvage for the organization. This position offers you the opportunity to play an influential and visible role as our company grows. Training will begin immediately to prepare you to be responsible for effective and efficient management of our Outlet Store and Recycling Operations. To excel in this role, you will have the ability to combine business acumen with strong and proven people skills. You will also need to take a hands-on approach and contribute beyond your job description, as everyone at Goodwill of Colorado does. If this sounds like the right mix of challenge and opportunity for you, and you meet the minimum qualifications, we want to hear from you! QUALIFICATIONS: * High school diploma or equivalent. College degree preferred. * At least two (2) years' experience in retail sales. At least two (2) years' proven experience in employee supervision, employee on-the-job training, administrative functions, customer relations, and general store operations required. * Prefer experience in recycling and salvage material sales. Possess knowledge of distribution systems. One-year experience in thrift store retail operations is desirable. One-year safety- oriented background a plus. * Administrative functions, customer relations, cash register operations and general office applications required to include record keeping skills and computer knowledge. Working knowledge of point-of-sale systems is a must. Knowledge in word processing and computer input. Ability to not only use a computer, but to help employees use one also. Proficiency in Microsoft Office preferred. * High-energy, critical thinker, with strong organization skills to manage people and scheduling, and the ability to work within a deadline-pressured environment. * Must be a creative, independent thinker with strong attention to detail. Must possess ability to co municate effectively with customers, staff, peers, and subordinates. Provide excellent customer service. Must have ability to work with persons with disabling conditions. Must have strong work ethic, be a self-starter, problem-solver, and team player. Must be adaptable and dependable. Must be an advocate for our mission and values. * Must have ability to understand and follow all Goodwill of Colorado safety standards and guidelines, and to read, comprehend, and follow Goodwill of Colorado Employee Handbook, departmental manuals, and all numbered or supplemental memorandums. * Warehouse/Recycling knowledge, forklift experience preferred but not required. * Must maintain confidentiality. * Must be able to work varied schedules to include weekdays, weekends, evenings, and holidays. Work any hours necessary to provide complete store coverage and supervision. Must have own transportation and be reachable after hours. KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREAS: * Stock, pull, load/unload merchandise, check prices, clean and straighten the Outlet Store, ensuring the Store's appearance is always at its best. Operate a cash register. Able to run and train on the use of the tipper for the boats and to drive a forklift. * Hire, supervise, and discipline staff assigned to the department. o Conduct personnel interviews. o Conduct employee evaluations and present them to employees prior to due date. o Train all department personnel in proper sorting and handling of all material. o Schedule staffing to accommodate special and seasonal requirements. * Increase the effectiveness of our mission efforts by creatively motivating and empowering staff to perform to their highest potential. Provide leadership, training, and support to all subordinates in all areas. Ensure continuity of operations at all levels. Ensure open communication. o Ensure intensive training of newly assigned personnel and provide frequent refresher training throughout the department, with special emphasis on