Assistant Store Manager, Community Engagement

Waggle Golf is seeking an enthusiastic and personable Assistant Store Manager, Community Engagement for our new 50th & France location. This role combines traditional retail responsibilities with opportunities to build community through localized social media, events and partnerships. While most of your time will be spent on the sales floor delivering exceptional customer service, you will also assist in managing daily store operations and take the lead on community-driven initiatives.

This position will collaborate closely with the Corporate Marketing Team to execute specific activities.

If you’re passionate about retail, community engagement, and creating memorable experiences, we invite you to apply!

This position reports directly to the Store Manager - 50th & France.

Sales Floor Responsibilities (85%)

• Foster brand loyalty by providing a welcoming and memorable shopping experience for customers
• Replenish product on store floor per merchandising standards and participate in general upkeep of store
• Become a product expert and proactively provide assistance to customers
• Process transactions via the point-of-sale register system
• Support the initiatives of the management team to drive sales and client engagement
• Assist in the execution of store marketing efforts including visual merchandising and customer activations
• Capable and willing to perform opening and closing tasks in the store with the potential to carry store keys
• Support the Store Manager in maintaining efficient daily operations
• Other duties as assigned

Community Responsibilities (15%)

• Ideate and execute engaging content for the store’s Instagram account that showcases the Waggle brand, our product offerings and highlights local community interests. Consult with the corporate team as needed to ensure adherence to brand standards and for access to relevant professional imagery
• Identify collaboration opportunities with local businesses and organizations to enhance brand awareness and boost sales, partnering with the Brand Experience team to bring these initiatives to life
• Support the Event Coordinator in executing in-store events and activations, acting as the primary point of contact at the store both pre-event and on-site
• Act as a brand ambassador during events, creating positive interactions with customers and partners

Required Qualifications

• 1 years of retail experience or similar customer-facing role
• Experience using social media platforms, particularly Instagram, to create and share engaging content
• Confident engaging with customers and members of the community
• Ability to work independently, take initiative and act proactively
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills
• Willingness to learn, adapt and take on new responsibilities
• Proficiency with Google Workspace and Microsoft Office tools
• Must be at least 18 years of age

Preferred Qualifications

• Leadership experience, including mentoring, training, serving as a keyholder or supporting team operations in a retail or similar environment
• Experience coordinating in-store events, community activations or promotional activities
• Interest in sports, with an interest in golf considered a plus
• Collaborative, team-oriented approach with a positive attitude, sense of humor and willingness to embrace new ideas

Scheduled and Availability

• This is a full-time position requiring a minimum of 32 hours per week
• Ability to work evenings, weekends and holidays as required
• Flexibility to adjust work schedules to support events and store staffing needs
• In the absence of the Store Manager, this role is expected to support daily store operations and team coordination

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for up to 8 hours per shift
• Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 pounds
• Ability to reach for and retrieve merchandise from overhead shelving
• Ability to safely use a ladder as needed to perform job responsibilities

Travel Requirements

• Ability to travel by motor vehicle to off-site locations at least once per month
• Must possess a valid U.S. driver's license and meet company requirements for approval as an authorized driver

Benefits

• Simple IRA and/or Roth with Company Match
• Health, Dental, Visions, and HAS benefits
• Employer-sponsored life and AD&D insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Apparel & Gifting Allotment

Pay: $21.00 - $23.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Are you willing to undergo a background check, in accordance with local law/regulations?
• Are you comfortable with the posted salary range ($21-$23/hour)?
• What is your shift availability? (please explain)

Experience:

• Retail: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• U.S. Drivers License (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Minneapolis, MN 55410 (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $21 - $23