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Home Store 2 Days/Week: Serve as Assistant Manager, supporting operations and team development. * Lead with Impact: Motivate teams, maintain high standards, and ensure consistent customer service ...

Home Store 2 Days/Week: Serve as Assistant Manager, supporting operations and team development. * Lead with Impact: Motivate teams, maintain high standards, and ensure consistent customer service ...

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How much do home store jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 29, 2026, the average hourly pay for home store in Florida is $17.09, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $12.93 and $19.95 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a home store?

A Home Store is a retail establishment that specializes in selling products for the home, such as furniture, decor, appliances, kitchenware, bedding, and other household goods. These stores cater to customers looking to furnish, decorate, or improve their living spaces. Home Stores may be standalone shops or part of larger department stores, and they often offer a wide variety of brands and styles to suit different tastes and budgets.

What are the typical responsibilities of a team member working in a home store environment?

Team members in a home store are typically responsible for assisting customers with product selection, maintaining clean and organized displays, restocking shelves, and processing transactions at the register. They often collaborate closely with other staff to ensure inventory accuracy and may help set up promotional displays or seasonal sections. Communication and product knowledge are key, as team members frequently answer customer questions and make recommendations. Depending on the store size, there may also be opportunities to specialize in certain departments, such as furniture or home décor.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a home store manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Home Store Manager, you need strong retail management experience, inventory control knowledge, and typically a background in business or retail management. Familiarity with POS systems, inventory management software, and scheduling tools is commonly required. Leadership, customer service orientation, and problem-solving abilities are crucial soft skills for motivating staff and ensuring customer satisfaction. These skills ensure smooth store operations, high sales performance, and a positive shopping experience for customers.

What is the difference between Home Store vs Home Improvement Specialist?

AspectHome StoreHome Improvement Specialist
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; sales experienceHigh school diploma; knowledge of home improvement products
Work EnvironmentRetail store, customer service settingOn-site at customer locations or retail stores
Industry UsageRetail chains, department storesSpecialty stores, contractor sites
Job FocusAssisting customers, sales, product knowledgeConsulting on projects, product recommendations

While both roles involve working with home improvement products, a Home Store typically refers to retail staff assisting customers in a store setting, focusing on sales and product knowledge. A Home Improvement Specialist often provides expert advice on projects, working directly with clients or contractors. The roles overlap in customer service and product familiarity but differ in scope and work environment.

Infographic showing various Home Store job openings in Florida as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 78% Full Time, 19% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 71% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 28% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $35,552 per year, or $17.1 per hour.

Sr. Asst. Store Mgr- FT Oakleaf

GOODWILL OF NORTH FLORIDA

Jacksonville, FL • On-site

$22.69/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 25 days ago


Job description

8460 Merchants Way, Jacksonville, FL 32222 
Our Philosophy: Work is the Cornerstone of Life
At Goodwill, we believe that the opportunity to work can - and does - change a person’s life. A job offers the independence that comes with a paycheck, increases self-esteem, and breaks the cycle of poverty.

It’s a philosophy that we have been following in North Florida since 1940, when our local organization was founded as one of a growing number of independent non-profit affiliates of what is now Goodwill Industries International. Today, Goodwill Industries is the nation’s largest private provider of training and employment services for people with disabilities and special needs. And our local organization has grown into one of Goodwill’s top performers in placing people into employment.

The Senior Store Manager (SSM) is responsible for, but not limited to: managing a retail store as one's "home store", as well as overseeing another 1-2 store/s in a geographic area.  The incumbent is also responsible for developing the skills of their management team by providing oversight and training to store management, with a strong emphasis on customer service, revenue goals and performance management.  This position administers policies and procedures under the general direction of the VP of Retail, and maintains growth and revenue in the assigned area.


Essential Duties

General job duties focus on both "home store" as well as 1-2 stores for which this position is responsible, including but not limited to:
  • Provides quality leadership for Goodwill's internal and external customer in all assigned tasks, while upholding Goodwill's mission at all times.
  • Constructive problem solving, facilitating creative improvements and motivating others.
  • Display Strong Interpersonal and Communication Skills
  • Effectively handle Change Management
  • Consistent with administration of policies/procedures
  • Responsible for hiring, training, development, coaching, appraising performance, rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.  Enforces and communicates Goodwill policies and procedures.  Communicates problems and concerns to General Manager and/or respective HR representative.
  • Responsible for ensuring that safe working conditions and work practices are enforced and followed at all times.  Reports any safety concerns to the Risk Manager.
  • Ensures store standards are met in the areas of customer service, merchandise presentation, production, housekeeping, and cash handling.
  • Ensure stores resolve issues identified in the auditing process.
  • Ensure store production goals are met.
  • Maximizes floor layout to achieve sales per square foot goals.
  • Maintains sufficient inventory levels of material to meet production and sales goals.
  • Performs all duties as a Store Manager for assigned "home" store.
  • Oversees the operation of 2-3 stores; directly supervising of the Store Managers/Management.
    • Trains and develops store management and oversees the training and evaluation of store employees.
    • Oversee all decisions pertaining to hiring, performance management, disciplinary action and termination.
  • Assures merchandise content, presentation and visual standards are met for retail stores.
  • Monitors store sales to assure revenue goals are achieve and required reporting is completed.
  • Administers budget of home store as well as that of the assigned stores to assure the required ratio of expenses to revenue.
  • Monitors the effective execution of quality standards in the areas of customer service, safety, store display/presentation, and housekeeping.
  • Maintains required reports and records, including accurate employee time reporting.  Monitors payroll expenses and maintaining of payroll budgets.
  • Develop communication channels that create an "open door" environment.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Required Experience:
  • Requires five years of retail experience with at least two years of managerial experience
  • Ability to travel as required by role (up to 75% of the time).  Valid Driver's License and state auto insurance
  • Hours may vary and will require holidays, evening and weekend work as business needs dictate.
  • Working knowledge of all Microsoft Office Applications especially Excel.  Must be able to confidently use standards office equipment (e.g., fax printer, copier) and POS system
  • Proven leadership skills (including): business acumen, supervision, creativity, ability to adapt to change, interviewing & selection, observation, organization, planning, performance management, data analysis and reporting.
  • Effective communication (both verbal and written)
  • Strong interpersonal and team leadership skills
  • Ability to learn, retain and effectively apply production and procedures information
  • Ability to train managers on the organization's production system
  • Ability to work without supervision
Education:
  • High School or GED required.  Bachelors Degree or Advanced Education in retail management or similar concentration preferred.

Other Requirements:

    Excellent communication and organizational skills
    Must be able to interact professionally with others in a fast-paced, customer service environment
    Must be willing to learn, adapt and be a team player in the ever-changing landscape of Internet marketing
    Customer-oriented and self-starter
    Be able to perform basic computer skills, including strong working knowledge of Excel
    Must be able to do basic math calculations
    Able to regularly lift up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift up to 50 pounds.
    Must be available to be on call on a rotating basis during weekends and holidays.
    Must have a valid DL.

Goodwill is an equal opportunity employer. Employment selection and related decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, marital status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any other protected characteristics under applicable law.

Important Note:
Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone, e-mail, or in person. All qualified applicants will be considered, but may not necessarily receive an interview. Selected applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for the next steps in the selection process. Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification. This position is subject to close at any time.