Optician Optician

Position: Optician - Full time - Optician
Position:
** Full-Time Dispensing Optician

** Compensation:** $75,000–$85,000/year + commission + housing stipend

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* Start Date:

** Flexible (Summer 2026 preferred)
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- ## Optical Options of Aspen is a beloved, independently owned optical shop located at the base of Aspen Mountain — steps from the Silver Queen Gondola. For over 33 years, we've been Aspen's go-to destination for personalized eyewear, earning our reputation as the most affordable optical center in town without compromising on quality or style.
We're under new ownership and looking for a skilled, personable optician to lead daily operations and carry forward the exceptional customer experience our clients know and love.
## This isn't a corporate chain — you'll have real autonomy to build relationships with customers, curate eyewear collections, and run the day-to-day.

You'll work with everyone from Aspen locals who've been coming in for decades to visitors who need same-day service on the mountain.

** Guide customers in selecting frames, lens types, and coatings based on their lifestyle, prescription, and budget
- Take precise facial and frame measurements for proper lens fitting
- Manage inventory — frames, lenses, accessories — and coordinate with suppliers
- Operate the POS system and maintain accurate customer/prescription records
- Provide same-day service for urgent optical needs
- Build lasting relationships with repeat customers and the Aspen community
- Strong knowledge of lens types (single vision, bifocal, progressive), coatings, and frame materials
- Excellent customer service and communication skills
- Comfortable working independently and managing a retail operation

- Experience with high-end/luxury eyewear brands
- Familiarity with optical POS and inventory management systems
- Bilingual (Spanish a plus)
## Housing Stipend:** $500/month (we know Aspen housing is tough — we'll help)

- ** Sign-On Bonus:** $5,000 for ABO-certified candidates

- ** PTO:
** Paid time off + flexible scheduling during shoulder seasons

- ** Professional Development:
** ABO certification support and continuing education reimbursement

** 70,000–$90,000+/year** (base + commission + housing)
## World-class skiing in winter, hiking and biking in summer, and a vibrant arts and dining scene year-round. If you love the outdoors and want to build a career in a tight-knit mountain community, this is your opportunity.
## We're looking to have someone in place by summer 2026, with a transition period alongside the retiring optician.
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* Employment Type:

Full Time
Bonus/Commission:
Yes