DoD SkillBridge Training Opportunity - Store Manager

This is a DoD SkillBridge Training opportunity for service personnel to gain valuable civilian work experience.  While the Department of Defense does not endorse any specific employer, this program allows Service members, if approved by their command, to explore civilian career training opportunities while still on active duty.

What is the DoD SkillBridge Program?

For service members, DOD SkillBridge provides an invaluable chance to work and learn in civilian career areas. For industry partners, DOD SkillBridge is an opportunity to access and leverage the world's most highly trained and motivated workforce at no cost. Service members participating in DOD SkillBridge programs continue receiving their military compensation and benefits, while industry partners provide the civilian training and work experience.

Installation and unit commanders who have members about to transition from active duty can bridge the gap between their service members' end of service and the beginning of their civilian careers with the DOD SkillBridge participation. Commanders ease this military-to-civilian transition period for their members when they permit SkillBridge participation with trusted employers.

Service members can be granted up to 180 days of permissive duty to focus solely on training full-time with approved industry partners after their chain of command, field grade commander, provides written authorization and approval. These industry partners offer real-world training and in-demand work experience, providing the opportunity to evaluate the service member's suitability for future employment.

What will I learn with this opportunity?

Train to become a Store Manager in one of the 11 corporate stores. Upon Separation, you will be eligible (no guarantee) for full-time employment with a complete benefits package.  After you are awarded a store to manage, you can earn an opportunity to buy a franchise and build your own store in the future if you desire.

A Store Manager is responsible for establishing and maintaining guest services, overseeing and being accountable for the operation of a store, ensuring maximum sales and profitability through merchandise, inventory, expense control, human resources management, and managing operating costs.  Managers are eligible for bonuses for controlling food and labor expenses at their store. 

After separation from the Military and the SkillBridge program, the Service Member is eligible for full-time employment with a complete benefits package.  Note:  Store Managers are typically required to work 45 hours per week. Overtime is paid for any hours exceeding 40 hours per week.  

If you are interested in learning more about this DoD Training opportunity, please get in touch with Deanna Nesbit at dnesbit@dnaincllc.com