Assistant Team Lead - Elizabethton, TN

Are you an experienced retail leader ready to take on a bigger role with a purpose-driven organization? Goodwill Industries of Tenneva is hiring for our next store leaders in multiple locations.

We’re looking for candidates with at least 1 year of experience leading shifts or managing a team in a retail or similar fast-paced setting. This is a hands-on leadership role, perfect for someone who enjoys motivating others, staying organized, and helping a store run smoothly from open to close.

What You’ll Do:

Support the Store Management team in all aspects of daily operations

Lead and supervise team members during shifts

Help train new employees and provide ongoing coaching

Assist with scheduling, inventory, and visual merchandising

Ensure a clean, organized, and customer-focused store environment

Step in to open or close the store as needed

Promote a positive team culture and help resolve team or customer concerns

What We’re Looking For:

At least 1 year of experience managing people or leading retail shifts

A hands-on leader who’s comfortable jumping in wherever needed

Strong communication and decision-making skills

Ability to stay focused in a fast-moving, production-based retail space

Dependable, professional, and committed to helping others grow

Why Join Goodwill Tenneva? 

4 weeks of paid time off (for full time employees after introductory period)

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Employee discount at Goodwill stores

Opportunities for growth and advancement

Making a contribution to a meaningful mission in the communities that Goodwill Industries of Tenneva serves

Major holidays off

A team that values your contributions and supports your success

At Goodwill, every sale helps fund programs that empower people through work and training. Join us and be part of something bigger than just a job.

Apply today to be part of something bigger than just a job.

Goodwill Industries of Tenneva is an Equal Opportunity Employer.