Seasonal Retail Sales Associate

Job Title: Seasonal Retail Guide (Retail Sales Associate)

Job Level: Entry-Level

Job Type: Part-Time Temporary, Non-Exempt

Job Location: Cotopaxi Retail Store - Larimer Square, Denver, CO

Job Compensation: $20.00/hr

Duration: Through February 2026

Cotopaxi is a B Corporation that makes adventure travel gear to empower people to see the world and make it better. Our Gear for Good® promise is to make our products as ethically, sustainably, and durably as possible, while having a positive social, environmental, and economic impact.

We dedicate 1% of revenue to the Cotopaxi Foundation, which supports nonprofit partners with proven track records of alleviating poverty. Through our Foundation to date, we have helped more than 4.25 million individuals experiencing extreme poverty. For more information, visit

Cotopaxi is a company that values people, innovation, and adventure and our work environment reflects just that. Whether you are working from one of our retail stores, our headquarters, your couch at home, or even your van in the woods, you’ll feel the camaraderie of our amazing team of visionaries, builders and go‑getters. We are a team of adventurous, mission‑driven people looking to prove that business CAN be a force for good.

This isn’t your average retail channel. Our brick & mortar stores are hubs for connection, inspiration, and adventure. We view profit as a byproduct of good conversation where every guest interaction is a chance to create meaningful connections and experiences that are more personal, inclusive, and impactful. Whether you’re kitting someone out for their first outdoor adventure or outfitting a regular with our newest gear, you thrive off of creating fireside moments.

As a Retail Guide, they/she/he will create memorable moments for all who stop through our doors! Your focus will be guiding customers sharing your product knowledge and experiences to help support them on their next adventure – big or small. You’ll chat backpacks, jackets, adventure and impact all while sharing our Do Good mission.

We look to inspire others and you’ll help create a high‑impact and vibrant store experience – inspiring others to become fans of the brand. If you're excited by our mission, energized by people, and excited to continue building something meaningful in Denver we hope you’ll apply.

Let’s Do Good – together.

• We meet every guest where they are – guiding them through their journey with care, curiosity, and intention.
• Connect with every guest. Say hello, share your experience, and offer your help and expertise.
• Educate guests on products, experiences, local highlights as well as our mission and impact.
• Be an ambassador living Cotopaxi’s values of People, Innovation, and Adventure.

• Restock and destock products keeping the store spruced and ready for our guests.
• Be ready for our guests – open the store on time (and close the store down at the end of the day).
• Manage the point of sale system making sure customers leave supported and satisfied.
• Play an active role in creating a store culture that’s uplifting, collaborative, and fun.

• 18 years or older.
• Experience in retail or similar high‑passed environments is a plus.
• Energetic and enthusiastic. Excited to share our story and drive deeper connections with our guests.
• A humanitarian at heart, and someone who believes in our Do Good mission.
• Have an eye for detail and are highly organized.
• Strong accountability and self guidance.
• Flexibility – Ability to work varying hours to support the team – at least 2 weekdays and 1 weekend.
• Can happily work throughout the holiday season (including the Friday after Thanksgiving).
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work on your feet – this is an active role.

We deeply care about our employees and are proud of our commitment and investment in our team. We prioritize wages and benefits and always keep the employee experience in mind as we work to create a quality work‑life balance for everyone.

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