Title: VIB Retail Manager I - Pentagon- #BVIIT017

State Role Title: VIB Specialist/Manager

Hiring Range: Mid $50k’s – High $60k’s

Pay Band: UG

Agency: Dept for Blind/Vision Impaired

Location: Blind & Vision Impaired (NOVA)

Agency Website: https://www.dbvi.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

“Would you like to work in one of the best retail jobs in the country? A typical schedule is Monday – Friday 7:30 – 4:30, no nights, no weekends, and no federal holidays! You never have to handle cash in our stores. We operate stores in federal or military environments with a controlled customer base. Our stores sell office supplies, janitorial and cleaning supplies, and other commercial items to our customers.

If you excel in a retail environment and meet the requirements below, apply for this job today

Job Duties

The mission of the Virginia Industries for the Blind (VIB) is to employ and develop Virginians who are Blind, Visually Impaired or Deaf Blind to achieve their desired level of employment through the manufacture and delivery of quality products and services.

VIB is seeking a VIB Retail Manager I - Pentagon BSC to be responsible for the implementation of the goals and objectives of VIB by promoting efficiency of supply store operations.

• This position reports directly to the Regional Manager.
• This position is responsible for supervision, staffing, planning, inventory management, promotion of stores, and operational efficiency of the location.
• Empowers blind and visually impaired individuals in achieving their maximum level of gainful employment and career development. 
• Provide excellent customer service and retail opportunities.
• Completes duties and/or projects as needed or directed by supervisor.

Minimum Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have:

Knowledge/Experience:

• Supervisory experience
• Retail operations experience
• Customer service experience

Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent interpersonal communication skills, both oral and written.
• Ability to supervise people and use time effectively and efficiently.
• Ability to manage a diverse workforce; skill in analyzing, problem solving and exercising good judgment in critical decision making.
• Ability to interpret and apply AbilityOne, Federal, and State policies.
• Abilities related to working in a retail environment to include customer service, merchandising, inventory control, Federal Base Supply Store customer requirements, Point of Sale system operation and acceptable sources for replenishment and to work to increase sales at stores while reducing operating expenses.
• Ability to establish/maintain effective working relationships with employees, customers, and agency personnel.
• Good computer skills including Windows applications such as Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Excellent Customer Service and problem-solving skills.

Additional Considerations:

• Experience working in a military environment. 
• Experience working in a Federal Government environment.

Special Instructions:

• Employment is contingent upon the selected candidate being able to pass a background check required for access to the Base.
• The selected candidate must complete a Statement of Personal Economic Interests as a condition of employment (Va. Code § 2.2-3114.

Employees in non-classified positions within the Virginia Industries for the Blind are offered a competitive benefits package that includes an annuity-based retirement plan, leave, and holiday pay that is paid by VIB, as well as jointly paid benefits such as health and life insurance. Employees additionally may enroll in other employee paid supplemental plans.

Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during the application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. Contact recruitment@dars.virginia.gov for assistance.

Minorities, Individuals with disabilities, Veterans, AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other National Service Alumni are encouraged to apply.

To Apply:

Equal Opportunity Employer State applications will only be accepted as submitted online by 11:55 p.m. on the closing date through the Commonwealth of Virginia’s New Recruitment Management System. Mailed, emailed, faxed, or hand delivered applications and/or résumés will not be accepted. PageUp will provide you with a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

Contact Information.

Name: Human Resources

Email: Recruitment@dars.virginia.gov

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.