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Wage: $25.49/hr.

What to expect:

Three months of training and assessment activity at our training store followed by work experience at a location(s) within our 3-state region in a management team role. The experience phase will last up to six months. When a manager position becomes available, apply and interview for the position. Relocation will likely be necessary to accept the manager role.

The Manager in Training (MiT) will receive the company-specific training and on-the-job experience needed to assume a position as a manager. The MiT will learn supervisory and technical skills that are in alignment with the organization’s philosophies and operational strategies. The MiT will work as an apprentice under at least one experienced store manager, and gain the skills and experience in production, merchandising, inventory management, administration, and human resources needed for advancement to the Manager position.

The successful MiT will:

Demonstrate curiosity about how the business works how to improve results. Navigate reports and analyze data to identify where to probe for potential problems. Work hands-on in the business, side-by-side with the team to understand strengths and opportunities. Combine data with hands-on insight to drive continuous improvement in the business. Inspire action without relying solely on authority. Foster a sense of optimism, energy, ownership, and personal commitment in others. Help each person understand that their work is important. Hold frequent development discussions. Deal with performance concerns promptly, directly, fairly, and respectfully while maintaining a solutions-based focus. Ensure a positive work atmosphere where team member contributions are valued. Spend time on what’s important, quickly zero-in on the critical priorities, and put the trivial aside.

Requirements

• Sensitive to guest needs and wishes
• Ability to work effectively with people with disabilities or other special needs preferred
• Must have computer experience and be competent in internet use and a variety of computer software applications.
• Prefer profit and loss, sales, or cost management accountability experience.
• Must have strong interpersonal, communication, monetary, organizational and decision-making skills.
• Must be able to read, write and speak the English language to communicate with staff and guests.
• The MiT must be willing to travel to different store locations (25%).
• Once training is complete, there may be open positions available within the market that would not require relocation, however, to accept a manager position, relocation may be necessary

Physical Requirements

• Ability to move independently or with reasonable accommodation within the facility and community.
• Applicant must be physically and mentally able to perform all requirements of the job.
• Able to lift and carry 20-100 pounds with team lifting or mechanical assistance
• Able to stand, stoop, bend, or carry for extended periods
• Able to go up and down steps
• Able to stand and walk entire shift.
• Tolerance of extreme changes in temperature and humidity
• Must be able to work flexible hours, evenings, and weekends or longer shifts if needed.
• May be required to work more than 40 hours per week
• Overnight travel and evening/weekend work may be required.
• Must have reliable transportation, a good driving record, valid driver’s license, and proof of personal vehicle insurance.
• Applicant must pass DMV check.
• All positions require the completion of a background check. Acknowledging or having criminal convictions does not constitute an automatic bar to employment.

Experience

• High School/Equivalent
• 0-2 years
• Retail or comparable management experience

Easterseals-Goodwill offers a comprehensive & competitive benefits package including:

• Medical, Vision, Dental, and Voluntary Products
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 401(k) Retirement Plan + up to 4% contribution
• Tuition Assistance
• Flexible Spending + Health Savings Accounts
• 10% Discount on ESGW Services
• Employee Wellness Program
• 20% Discount at Goodwill Stores

Easterseals-Goodwill is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (“PSLF”) program. Under the PSLF, you may be eligible for student loan forgiveness on qualifying loans under specific terms. Contact your loan provider for more information.

Easterseals-Goodwill is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from the disabled, minorities, women, and veterans of the U.S. armed services.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)