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Assistant Center Manager jobs are open across healthcare, fitness, childcare, education, and retail, from entry-level coordinator roles to senior operations positions, with specializations in staff supervision, customer experience, and facility operations. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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The Assistant Center Manager helps the Center Manager run the day-to-day operations of this retail location. He or she may be required to open and close the center, help manage productivity and ensure the center’s team delivers world-class customer service to all customers, monitor cost control and expenses, and contribute to weekly and monthly reports developed by the Center Manager and provided to the franchise owner. The Assistant Center Manager is involved with profit/loss, continuous improvement, service delivery levels, personnel management, and business development.
The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED (college coursework or a degree preferred), one year of retail store operations experience, strong supervisory/managerial/leadership skills, excellent computer/internet/software knowledge, the physical ability to perform this job (lifting, bending, etc.), and knows how to listen, follow, lead, and help the Center Manager attain defined targets. He or she must have a dynamic personality and must be able to help motivate a team to optimize performance.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Helps with personnel management, which includes recruiting, training, scheduling, and coaching associates
- Schedules work assignments and helps facilitate weekly or monthly staff meetings
- Monitors, evaluates, and helps maximize customer service delivery and customer satisfaction
- Helps develop and implement the store marketing program
- Helps manage Center financials and prepare/provide reporting
- Manages inventory
- Reviews daily employee timesheets and submits for payroll processing
- Helps oversee Center maintenance, including cleanliness, safety, and organization
- Performs other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS
- High school diploma or GED required
- Advanced education degree, coursework, or tech school desired
- One year of supervisory experience in logistics, retail, or other relevant industry
- P&L experience preferred
- Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office and Adobe Suites
- Outstanding phone skills
- Strong customer service skills and abilities
- Must be willing to become a Notary
- Potential to grow into full management position
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Who's Hiring
- Pilot Flying J62

- U-Haul52

- Atlantic Health39

- US Department of Veterans Affairs39

- Signet Jewelers34

Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services32
- Education6
- Energy2
- Insurance2
- Delivery & Couriers2
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in assistant center manager jobs.
- Two or more years of supervisory or team lead experience in a customer-facing environment
- Demonstrated ability to manage staff scheduling, payroll processing, and daily operations
- Strong customer service skills with experience handling escalations and complaints
- Proficiency in point-of-sale systems, membership management software, or facility management tools
- Associate or bachelor's degree in business, healthcare administration, kinesiology, or a related field
- CPR and first aid certification, particularly for fitness, childcare, or healthcare center roles
Tips for Your Assistant Center Manager Job Search
Tailor your resume to center type
A fitness center, childcare facility, and medical clinic each expect different metrics on your resume. Swap in the language that matches your target, whether that's member retention, enrollment figures, or patient flow throughput.
Highlight staff scheduling and coverage experience
Most assistant center manager postings list shift management and coverage planning as required. Call out specific scheduling tools you've used and note the team size you've coordinated, so hiring managers can assess fit quickly.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists assistant center manager openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Lead your cover letter with a center problem you solved
Generic cover letters get skipped for ops roles. Open with one specific situation where you improved a center metric, resolved a staffing gap, or lifted a customer satisfaction score. That immediate relevance earns a second look.
Prepare KPIs before every interview
Interviewers for assistant center manager roles ask for numbers. Know your center's daily visit volume, your turnover rate under your supervision, and any cost savings you contributed. Vague answers hurt candidates who otherwise qualify.
Negotiate start date and shift expectations upfront
Center operations run seven days a week, and many employers assume weekend availability. Confirm expected scheduling patterns before you accept an offer so there are no surprises on your first week's schedule.
Assistant Center Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most assistant center managers?
The most active employers for assistant center managers right now are Pilot Flying J, U-Haul, and Atlantic Health, and the most openings are in Texas, Florida, and New York, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand is especially consistent in healthcare, fitness, and early education sectors.
How many assistant center manager jobs are remote?
About 17% of assistant center manager openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most center operations roles. Administrative functions like scheduling, reporting, and vendor coordination are the sub-areas most likely to allow some remote flexibility within otherwise on-site positions.
How do you become an assistant center manager?
Start by building front-line experience in a center environment, whether in fitness, childcare, healthcare, or retail, so you understand daily operations from the ground up. Move into a team lead or shift supervisor role to demonstrate you can manage staff and handle escalations. Add any required certifications for your sector, then apply to assistant center manager openings that match your center type and industry background.
Can you get hired as an assistant center manager with little experience?
Yes, some employers hire candidates with one to two years of customer-facing or supervisory experience if they show strong leadership potential and sector knowledge. Childcare and fitness centers in particular promote from within, so starting as a front desk associate or program coordinator and requesting additional responsibility can accelerate your path to an assistant manager role without a lengthy resume.
What does the assistant center manager interview process look like?
Most employers start with a phone screen focused on your availability and operations background, followed by an in-person or video interview with the center manager or regional director. Expect situational questions about staff conflicts, upset members, and coverage gaps. Some employers include a brief facility walkthrough or shadow shift so they can assess how you interact with staff and members in a real environment.
Where can I find and apply to assistant center manager jobs?
You can find and apply to assistant center manager jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your industry background and location, then apply directly to each listing that fits your experience and schedule.
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