Date posted: November 5, 2025
Pay: $17.00 – $20.00 per hour
Location: Third Lake, IL
Hours: 24–32 hours/week (includes evenings & Saturdays; store closed Sundays)
Join our team at Sparrow’s Nest 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
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.
Job Type: Part-time
Benefits:
- Paid time off
- Employee Discount
- Flexible Schedule