District Manager (PLCB Retail Operations Manager 1) District 4 - Region 2

The Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board's (PLCB) Fine Wine & Good Spirits brand is seeking a District Manager for Store Operations in District 4, Region 2 which covers Lackawanna, Bradford, Susquehanna, and Wyoming Counties. This position will be home-headquartered OR headquartered at an office location within the district.

In this exciting leadership role, you will drive profitable sales growth in stores throughout your district and have full accountability for the key financial results of the district, all while knowing the results of your success will provide essential support to communities across the Commonwealth. If you are a proven leader in the retail industry and want to bring superior customer service, integrity, work ethic, and team coordination to the PLCB, apply for this opportunity today!

As a District Manager within Store Operations at the PLCB, you will be responsible for the overall leadership and development of the store management teams within the district by building an independent, high-performing team that is dedicated to achieving results and supporting agency strategies. This includes inspecting stores and conducting meetings on a regular basis, cultivating an environment of open communication, and shaping teams through consistent selection, development, mentoring and motivation. You will also analyze district and store performance in order to deliver appropriate feedback to store and regional management, develop a district strategy to meet all agency goals and objectives, and oversee the implementation of new operational policies and procedures.

The District Manager sets the tone and maintains the culture of the PLCB, inspires the employees, and shows dedication to the customers to ensure a positive customer experience that meets and exceeds expectation. Achieve your retail management career potential and create the next chapter of your career with our team!

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• This position requires travel. Travel expense will be paid.
• Travel covers Lackawanna, Bradford, Susquehanna, and Wyoming Counties.
• Telework: This position is home headquartered. In order to be home headquartered, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania.
• Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• One year as a State Liquor Store Administrator 2 (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or
• Two years as a State Liquor Store Administrator 1 (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or
• Seven years of retail store experience at the manager or assistant manager level which includes administrative and management experience involving the review, analysis, and implementation of procedures, policies, and directives; or
• An equivalent combination of experience and training which includes administrative and management experience involving the review, analysis, and implementation of procedures, policies, and directives.

Other Requirements:

• You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements:

• You must pass a background investigation. An applicant with a felony conviction within the last ten years of their prospective date of employment is not permitted to work for the PLCB, per section 210(c) of the Pennsylvania Liquor Code. Other criminal convictions will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.

How to Apply:

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
• If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
• Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

Veterans:

• Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. *7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

• 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

• Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
• Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
• Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
• You must provide complete and accurate information or:
  • your score may be lower than deserved.
  • you may be disqualified.
• You may only apply/test once for this posting.
• Your results will be provided via email.