Date posted: June 1, 2026
Pay: $17.00 – $20.00 per hour
Job Title: Shift Manager (Part-Time) – Thrift Store
Location: Arlington Heights, IL
Hours: 25 hours/week
Monday 12:00-6:30 | Wednesday 10:30-6:30 | Friday 12:00-5:00 | Saturday 12:00-5:30
Join our team at Community Threads Thrift Store and make a difference. We’re hiring a reliable, dedicated Shift Manager for a permanent, part-time role (not a seasonal or summer job). You’ll help lead daily operations, support staff and volunteers, and provide great customer service.
About Us: Home of the Sparrow empowers homeless women and children with shelter, support, and resources for a brighter future. Our thrift stores fund vital programs, and every purchase supports our mission.
Key Responsibilities of the Shift Manager:
-Open/close the store; ensure safe, smooth operations
-Supervise staff and volunteers during assigned shifts
-Deliver excellent customer and donor service
-Assist with merchandising and donation processing
-Maintain clean, organized store environment
-Complete sales, deposits, and daily documentation
-Communicate with team and leadership
-Assist with additional projects and responsibilities as needed.
Qualifications of the Shift Manager:
-High school diploma or equivalent
-Supervisory experience required; retail experience preferred
-Strong communication and basic computer skills
-Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work on your feet
Physical Demands:
-Frequent balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and reaching
-Ability to safely move or handle merchandise up to 50 pounds
-Extended periods of sitting, standing, and walking required
Why Join Us?
-Make a direct impact in the lives of women and children experiencing homelessness.
-Be part of a mission-driven team.
-Work in a positive, supportive, and purpose-filled environment.
-Opportunities for growth and leadership within a dynamic nonprofit organization.
-We offer an employee discount and paid time off.
Benefits:
-Employee discount
-Paid time off
Work Location: In person
Please email your resume and job application to humanresources@hosparrow.org