Temporary EcoStore Program Manager

Job Title: Temporary Eco Store Program Manager

Reporting To: Deputy Director

FLSA Status: Hourly, Temporary position

End Date: Friday December 25th, 2026

The Temporary Eco Store Program Manager is responsible for the day-to-day management and oversight of all Eco Store operations at the Ecology Center. The Program Manager is responsible for independently opening and closing the Eco Store and overseeing all daily store operations. The role requires working alone on most operating days. The Program Manager must be comfortable working independently. Duties include managing inventory, overseeing store presentation and merchandising, maintaining an inviting and accessible retail environment, and developing marketing and promotional strategies to increase customer engagement and sales.

The Program Manager is expected to ensure efficient store operations, deliver a positive customer experience, and maintain the store's visual appeal through thoughtful displays, décor, signage, and product placement.

The Temporary Eco Store Program Manager reports directly to the Deputy Director and supervises the Eco Store Program Associate, providing direction, coordinating responsibilities, and ensuring consistent operational standards. This will be an onsite role with 32 hours or weekly work schedule.

• Through November 28, 2026:
  The position will work up to 32 hours per week, Wednesday through Saturday, or a portion thereof, through Saturday, November 28, 2026.
• December 1–25, 2026:
  Beginning Tuesday, December 1, 2026, the position will work up to 40 hours per week, Tuesday through Saturday, or a portion thereof, through Friday, December 25, 2026.
• Holiday pay included

This is a temporary position established to support Eco Store operations during the specified period. Responsibilities and priorities will be scoped to the duration of the assignment, with an emphasis on maintaining day-to-day operations, meeting immediate business needs, and ensuring continuity of store operations. Weekly hours and scheduling will be determined based on operational needs and the timeframe of the assignment.

• Oversee all store operations and conduct sales during regular business hours and at special events.
• Work in collaboration with an advisory team to develop strategies for attracting a larger and more diverse customer base, improving sales and providing access to unique green products not readily found elsewhere.
• Oversee the creation and development of attractive, effective merchandising and marketing strategies.
• Review and revise the store product selection, evaluating potential products in accordance with our values, vision, and criteria.
• Oversee the ordering and receiving of store merchandise, as well as product returns.
• Update and maintain inventory POS system and perform annual inventory at year's end.
• Hire, train, supervise, and evaluate performance of store employees.
• Prepare and oversee the schedule of store employee shifts to ensure adequate coverage within the allocated funding in the Store budget.
• Ensure that store staff observe good customer service practices at all times.
• Ensure that store staff observe safe operating practices and comply with organizational safety policies.
• Maintain the store till and purchase change as necessary, and ensure staff comply with established safe cash-handling procedures.
• Prepare store deposits within 24 hours of receipt of funds, and reconcile all store accounts and inventory.
• Prepare and oversee annual Store budget providing oversight to ensure budget compliance; prepare progress reports for the board as needed.
• Process store invoices and forward to accounts payable in a timely manner.
• Maintain familiarity with, follow, and ensure staff…