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As a Now Optics Regional Manager, you will create and develop high performing teams that maximize ... It is the District Manager's responsibility to partner with the support center's resources to ...

As a Now Optics Regional Manager, you will create and develop high performing teams that maximize ... It is the District Manager's responsibility to partner with the support centers resources to ...

As a Now Optics Regional Manager, you will create and develop high performing teams that maximize ... It is the District Manager's responsibility to partner with the support center's resources to ...

Assistant Manager - Optical

Gurnee, IL · On-site

$15.50 - $19.34/hr

Communicate with the General Manger, District Manager, and Corporate Office and provide store ... Supervise and motivate Opticians and CL Sales associates (in some stores the Receptionist) and ...

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How much do optical district jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for optical district in the United States is $21.44, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.35 and $23.32 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an Optical District?

An Optical District typically refers to a designated area within a city or region where numerous businesses related to eye care and eyewear are concentrated. These districts often include optical shops, optometrists, ophthalmologists, and eyewear manufacturers. The clustering of these businesses makes it convenient for customers to access a range of vision care services and products in one location. Optical Districts can also foster collaboration and innovation within the eye care industry.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals working in an Optical District role, and how can they be addressed?

Professionals in an Optical District role often face challenges such as managing multiple retail locations, ensuring consistent customer service, and keeping up with evolving eyewear technology and regulations. Balancing administrative responsibilities with hands-on support for store staff can be demanding. Effective communication, strong organizational skills, and staying current with industry trends are key to overcoming these challenges. Leveraging technology for inventory management and ongoing staff training also helps maintain high standards across the district.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Optical District Manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Optical District Manager, you need strong leadership, sales management, and optical industry knowledge, typically supported by experience in optical retail and a bachelor's degree in business or a related field. Familiarity with point-of-sale (POS) systems, inventory management software, and sometimes optician certification are commonly required technical competencies. Excellent communication, problem-solving abilities, and a customer-focused mindset are standout soft skills for this role. These skills are crucial for driving sales growth, ensuring operational consistency across locations, and delivering high-quality customer experiences.

What is the difference between Optical District vs Optical Technician?

AspectOptical DistrictOptical Technician
CredentialsVaries by employer, often includes sales or management experienceHigh school diploma or equivalent; certification preferred
Work EnvironmentRetail stores, wholesale suppliers, or distribution centersOptical labs, retail stores, or manufacturing facilities
Industry UsageUsed in contexts involving distribution, sales, and management of optical productsFocuses on lens fabrication, fitting, and repair tasks

Optical District typically refers to a regional or organizational unit involved in managing optical product distribution or sales, while an Optical Technician is a hands-on role responsible for lens fabrication and fitting. Both roles are integral to the optical industry but differ in responsibilities and work settings.

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District Manager

District Manager

Now Optics

Oklahoma City, OK

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 2 days ago


Job description

Reports to: Regional Vice President

Location: Oklahoma

Are you a developmental leader who coaches, trains and motivates competitive teams that consistently exceed expectations? As a Now Optics Regional Manager, you will create and develop high performing teams that maximize profits and deliver outstanding customer service. In this role you will be responsible for leveraging our retail brand, Stanton Optical, to grow sales while maintaining high quality brand and service standards. The Regional Manager is charged with strengthening the Stanton Optical brand by ensuring we make eye care easy for all patients and customers.

About us:

Our retail brand, Stanton Optical, is among the nation’s fastest growing, full-service retail optical centers. We are dedicated to offering customer service and quality eyewear at affordable prices to our patients and customers. As a leading optical retailer, we offer some of the nation's most desirable optical brands.

At Now Optics, our team members share and support our Vision, Mission and Values. These include:

Vision: Modernizing the eye care experience for all people

Mission: Making eye care easy

Values: iCARE

  • Integrity: We see integrity as building a foundation of trust with our customers, employees and stakeholders by communicating honestly, ensuring consistency and delivering on our commitments

  • Collaboration: We see collaboration as combining the talents of a diverse group, offering proactive communication and being open-minded to new ideas

  • Accountability: We see accountability as taking initiative, delivering our best in all we do, accepting responsibility for our actions and taking ownership of results

  • Respect: We see respect as prioritizing human relationships, being present, connecting with transparency and empathy

  • Empowerment: We see empowerment as making purpose-driven decisions to support the company vision, showing appreciation for others, and taking care of the individuals, we serve

Why join our winning team?

  • We are the fastest growing, founder-led, and privately owned eye care provider in the United States. We believe quality eye care should be easy, accessible, and affordable for all people. Stanton Optical, consistently ranks among the nation’s top optical retailers.
  • We offer a flexible, dynamic work environment where we foster innovation and creativity. We encourage you to be proactive in sharing the great ideas you have to improve the business.
  • Eligible employees enjoy great benefits such as medical, dental, and prescription drug coverage, company paid life and short-term disability coverage and free eyeglasses. We also offer identity theft protection, pet insurance, and much more.
  • Paid time off that increases with seniority
  • Professional development and promotion opportunities
  • Employee recognition programs
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Employees get 2 free eyeglasses every year, and Friends and Family discounts on our products!
  • We offer competitive variable compensation opportunities and commission on sales.
  • Work with an amazing team!

Duties & Responsibilities:

Development is a key part of the expectation of the District Manager’s role. Using the tools provided, the District Manager will hold their management teams accountable for setting expectations and providing continuous development to their staff. It is the District Manager's responsibility to partner with the support center’s resources to accomplish business expectations. The DistrictManager is charged to inspire their teams to live by our values and deliver on our mission of Making Eye Care Easy. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Pay and Benefits: Competitive base pay with a monthly bonus program that offers potential earnings of 40% of base pay annualized. Full benefits package offered within 30 days of start date (Medical, dental, vision, 401K), plus monthly stipend for driving personal vehicle.

Driving top line revenue and overall controllable contributions of own district

  • Review and analyze diverse business reports and data to propose strategic plans to overcome opportunities. Trains Store Managers on financial management skills.

  • Demonstrates a clear understanding of the factors which build both the cost and the revenue side of the Profit & Loss Statements, proposing sustainable improvement strategies for each location.

Talent Acquisition

  • Talent scouting for existing, and new store staff. Finding the right candidate to meet brand standards.

  • Develop Brand Managers to, effectively, recruit, and train, their employees to the standard of our organization.

Talent Development

  • Lead initiatives to successfully develop associates while ensuring daily operations are executed in compliance with brand standards.

  • Provides leadership, mentoring, support, and coaching to develop a successful, withstanding business model in each location.

Stores’ Continuous Improvement

  • Conducts regular PAR visits (Performance Accelerator Reviews) for assigned locations

  • Ensure all locations within the district, are providing quality product merchandising and service

  • Train store staff to review and interpret Lab reports, understand escalation channels and possible resolutions based on findings

  • Foster and facilitate a collaborative environment by creating a strong partnership with clinical services.

Key Qualifications

  • You have demonstrated multi-unit retail leadership ability with at least 5 years of experience in a fast-paced retail environment

  • You’re knowledgeable on talent acquisition, talent development and HR processes

  • You display superior verbal, written, presentation, coaching and facilitation skills to effectively partner with diverse teams across the organization.

  • You are self-directed with excellent time management skills and ability to multi-task and effectively prioritize projects.

  • Career progression within the organization is preferred.

Are you the perfect fit?

  • Do you share our vision of modernizing eye care for all people and making eye care easy?

  • Do you have a Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from a four-year college or university; or two to four relative experiences?

  • Are you able to travel 80-85% of the time?

  • Are you consistently promoting high work standards while empowering others to have an entrepreneurial mentality with our company?

Now Optics d/b/a Stanton Optical and My Eye Lab Brands is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions at our company are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to actual or perceived race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability or certain classifications based on genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws, regulations or ordinances.

If you have a disability and believe you need a reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening or apply for a position, email retailcareers@stantonoptical.com with your request. This email address is not for general employment inquiries or correspondence. We will only respond to those requests that are related to the accessibility of the online application system due to a disability.

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