Retail Keyholder - Fort Collins

Location: Fort Collins, CO

Type: W2 Fixed-Term

Compensation: $22/hr

Reports to: Ripton Boulder Shop Manager

As a Retail Shop Keyholder, you'll represent Ripton in our first branded pop-up store in Fort Collins, Colorado!

You'll work with in a team to deliver a thoughtful, product-driven experience in guiding new and core customers in understanding technical features and materials, finding the right fit, and resonating to what sets Ripton apart.

While supporting daily operations, this role will help bring the brand to life through marketing activations, product launch execution and driving seasonal promos.

• Deliver a welcoming and informed in-store experience that reflects an inviting new space
• Help all customers with exceptional product knowledge in fit, function and line selection
• Process in-store purchases, returns, exchanges and warranties
• Maintain a clean, organized and well-merchandised shop aligned to brand standards
• Seamlessly deliver on delegated projects from the Shop Manager
• Perform opening and closing duties as scheduled, sometimes solo
• Ensure restock, backstock and inventory procedures function like a fine-tuned machine
• Elevate the Ripton brand during local events and local community engagements

• 2+ years retail experience required, preferably outdoor apparel
• Holiday and weekend availability, excluding Thanksgiving and Christmas day
• Works well in a tight-knit team; self-motivated and organized
• Strong communication skills written and verbal
• Comfortable with learning and using various digital tools and systems
• Interest in style, design and outdoor culture beyond the traditional lense
• Enthusiasm for Ripton's brand and mission
• Shopify, inventory handling and event experience is a plus

As a pop-up location, this role will be fulfilled from late September through December 31, with the possibility of remaining ad-hoc tasks in January 2027.

• $22/hr
• Paid company holidays
• Sick time accrual
• 401k retirement account access with employer match
• Ripton product allotment and steep employee discount