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In the Nordstrom Beauty Department, we strive to make our customers feel their best. As a member of the Beauty community, you'll create personalized beauty experiences for customers and be part of a passionate team that values your unique skills.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Beauty Counter Manager plays a dual role – part salesperson, part teacher – while maximizing sales in their assigned beauty brand. Ideal candidates are results-oriented and thrive in a commissioned sales environment, are passionate about beauty trends and can build a customer following both in-store and digitally.
A day in the life…
- Conduct makeup applications, skincare analyses and recommend products based on customer’s beauty goals
- Collaborate with team members to create a welcoming and inclusive environment for all customers
- Set and achieve personal and counter sales goals, utilizing both in-store and digital selling tools (inclusive of text and social media)
- Manage the scheduling and execution of vendor events and promotions
- Build and maintain strong vendor relationships to maximize business results
- Keep department customer-ready through organization and cleanliness
- Keep up with the latest beauty trends, products, and industry knowledge through trainings provided by Nordstrom and luxury brand partners
- Manage sales, refunds, exchanges, and build customer loyalty by opening new Nordstrom Rewards program accounts
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
You own this if you have…
- Passion for customer service and beauty, including trends, makeup application, and skincare
- Excellent ability to connect with customers, proactively handle customer concerns and contribute to a positive team environment
- Empathy and respect for all customers, providing a supportive environment during makeup and skincare application
- Strong multitasking, organization, and follow-through skills
- Drive to achieve sales goals, with interest in using networking and technology
- The ability to work a flexible schedule based on business needs, including evenings and weekends
- High level of ownership, accountability, and initiative
Physical Requirements:
- Continuous movement for 6-8 hours per shift, which includes frequent bending, twisting, squatting, flexing and reaching in order to handle merchandise and assist customers.
- Frequent use of hands for grasping, fine manipulation, pushing and pulling
- Handle bulky and sometimes awkwardly shaped items, which includes reaching for and lifting these items above the head.
- Regularly lift items weighing up to 10 pounds and occasionally up to 25 pounds
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
We’ve got you covered…
Our employees are our most important asset and that’s reflected in our benefits. Nordstrom is proud to offer a variety of benefits to support employees and their families, including:
- Medical/Vision, Dental, Retirement and Paid Time Away
- Life Insurance and Disability
- Merchandise Discount and EAP Resources
A few more important points...
The job posting highlights the most critical responsibilities and requirements of the job. It’s not all-inclusive. There may be additional duties, responsibilities and qualifications for this job.
For Los Angeles or San Francisco applicants: Nordstrom is required to inform you that we conduct background checks after conditional offer and consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with legal requirements per Los Angeles, Cal. Muni. Code 189.04 and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. For additional state and location specific notices, please refer to the Legal Notices document within the FAQ section of the Nordstrom Careers site.
Applicants with disabilities who require assistance or accommodation should contact the nearest Nordstrom location.
Please be mindful that there may be legal notices and requirements related to this job posting that are specific to your state. Review the Career Site FAQ’s for relevant information and guidelines.
COMPENSATION
Pay Range Details
The pay range(s) below has been provided in compliance with state specific laws. Pay ranges may be different for other locations.
Pay offers are dependent on the location, as well as job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.
- $27.00 - $28.10 Hourly
This position may be eligible for performance-based incentives/bonuses. Benefits include 401k, medical/vision/dental/life/disability insurance options, PTO accruals, Holidays, and more. Eligibility requirements may apply based on location, job level, classification, and length of employment.
At Nordstrom, the commission most selling employees receive varies based on the merchandise they sell. Apparel, shoes, and accessories sales typically range from 3% to 14.5%. The commission Beauty and Men’s Fragrance sales roles typically receive is 3%.
LOCATION
3200 184th Street Southwest, Lynnwood, Washington 98037
JOB DETAILS
Job category
Date posted
04/23/2026
End posting date
Position type
Job ID
R-831114
INTRODUCTION
In the Nordstrom Beauty Department, we strive to make our customers feel their best. As a member of the Beauty community, you'll create personalized beauty experiences for customers and be part of a passionate team that values your unique skills.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Beauty Counter Manager plays a dual role – part salesperson, part teacher – while maximizing sales in their assigned beauty brand. Ideal candidates are results-oriented and thrive in a commissioned sales environment, are passionate about beauty trends and can build a customer following both in-store and digitally.
A day in the life…
- Conduct makeup applications, skincare analyses and recommend products based on customer’s beauty goals
- Collaborate with team members to create a welcoming and inclusive environment for all customers
- Set and achieve personal and counter sales goals, utilizing both in-store and digital selling tools (inclusive of text and social media)
- Manage the scheduling and execution of vendor events and promotions
- Build and maintain strong vendor relationships to maximize business results
- Keep department customer-ready through organization and cleanliness
- Keep up with the latest beauty trends, products, and industry knowledge through trainings provided by Nordstrom and luxury brand partners
- Manage sales, refunds, exchanges, and build customer loyalty by opening new Nordstrom Rewards program accounts
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
You own this if you have…
- Passion for customer service and beauty, including trends, makeup application, and skincare
- Excellent ability to connect with customers, proactively handle customer concerns and contribute to a positive team environment
- Empathy and respect for all customers, providing a supportive environment during makeup and skincare application
- Strong multitasking, organization, and follow-through skills
- Drive to achieve sales goals, with interest in using networking and technology
- The ability to work a flexible schedule based on business needs, including evenings and weekends
- High level of ownership, accountability, and initiative
Physical Requirements:
- Continuous movement for 6-8 hours per shift, which includes frequent bending, twisting, squatting, flexing and reaching in order to handle merchandise and assist customers.
- Frequent use of hands for grasping, fine manipulation, pushing and pulling
- Handle bulky and sometimes awkwardly shaped items, which includes reaching for and lifting these items above the head.
- Regularly lift items weighing up to 10 pounds and occasionally up to 25 pounds
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
We’ve got you covered…
Our employees are our most important asset and that’s reflected in our benefits. Nordstrom is proud to offer a variety of benefits to support employees and their families, including:
- Medical/Vision, Dental, Retirement and Paid Time Away
- Life Insurance and Disability
- Merchandise Discount and EAP Resources
A few more important points...
The job posting highlights the most critical responsibilities and requirements of the job. It’s not all-inclusive. There may be additional duties, responsibilities and qualifications for this job.
For Los Angeles or San Francisco applicants: Nordstrom is required to inform you that we conduct background checks after conditional offer and consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with legal requirements per Los Angeles, Cal. Muni. Code 189.04 and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. For additional state and location specific notices, please refer to the Legal Notices document within the FAQ section of the Nordstrom Careers site.
Applicants with disabilities who require assistance or accommodation should contact the nearest Nordstrom location.
Please be mindful that there may be legal notices and requirements related to this job posting that are specific to your state. Review the Career Site FAQ’s for relevant information and guidelines.
COMPENSATION
Pay Range Details
The pay range(s) below has been provided in compliance with state specific laws. Pay ranges may be different for other locations.
Pay offers are dependent on the location, as well as job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.
- $27.00 - $28.10 Hourly
This position may be eligible for performance-based incentives/bonuses. Benefits include 401k, medical/vision/dental/life/disability insurance options, PTO accruals, Holidays, and more. Eligibility requirements may apply based on location, job level, classification, and length of employment.
At Nordstrom, the commission most selling employees receive varies based on the merchandise they sell. Apparel, shoes, and accessories sales typically range from 3% to 14.5%. The commission Beauty and Men’s Fragrance sales roles typically receive is 3%.
LOCATION
3200 184th Street Southwest, Lynnwood, Washington 98037
JOB DETAILS
Job category
Date posted
04/23/2026
End posting date
Position type
Job ID
R-831114
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in Licensed Esthetician
Verify your state license transfers correctly
Most U.S. states require foreign-trained estheticians to sit for a state board exam before practicing. Confirm your home-country training hours meet the destination state's requirements before your employer starts the PERM process.
Target medical spas over traditional salons
Medical aesthetics practices, dermatology clinics, and plastic surgery centers are more likely to sponsor green cards because their staffing needs are harder to fill with local candidates, which strengthens the PERM labor market test.
Search sponsoring employers on Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter Licensed Esthetician roles by employers with active EB-3 sponsorship history, so you're applying to practices already familiar with the PERM filing process rather than educating every recruiter from scratch.
Document specialized certifications before applying
Certifications in laser treatments, chemical peels, microneedling, or medical-grade procedures distinguish your application during PERM recruitment and give employers a defensible reason to sponsor you over a domestically trained candidate.
Understand how PERM recruitment windows affect your start date
DOL requires employers to complete PERM recruitment steps and file within 180 days. Build this into your timeline so neither you nor the employer is surprised when onboarding is delayed six to nine months after an offer.
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Find Licensed Esthetician JobsLicensed Esthetician Green Card Sponsorship: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Licensed Esthetician job qualify for EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Yes. Licensed Esthetician roles typically qualify under the EB-3 skilled worker category, which covers positions requiring at least two years of training or experience. Your employer must complete PERM labor certification with DOL first, demonstrating no qualified U.S. workers are available, before filing the I-140 petition with USCIS.
How does EB-3 green card sponsorship differ from H-1B for estheticians?
H-1B requires a specialty occupation tied to a bachelor's degree, which most esthetician roles do not meet, making EB-3 the practical route. EB-3 has no annual lottery, leads directly to permanent residency rather than a temporary status, and doesn't expire after six years, though the PERM process adds six to twelve months before USCIS filing.
How do I find Licensed Esthetician employers who sponsor green cards?
Use Migrate Mate to search Licensed Esthetician roles filtered by employers with documented EB-3 sponsorship history. Targeting medical spas, dermatology clinics, and cosmetic surgery practices is more productive than general beauty salons, since specialized settings have harder-to-fill staffing needs that support the PERM labor market test.
What role does state licensure play in the PERM process for estheticians?
State licensure is a legal requirement to practice, so DOL expects it to be listed as a job requirement in the PERM application. If your foreign training hours don't meet the destination state's minimum, you'll need to complete additional coursework or pass a state board exam before your employer can file, which delays the process.
Can my employer start the PERM process before I arrive in the U.S.?
Yes. PERM labor certification is filed by the employer and does not require you to be physically present in the U.S. Your employer completes the DOL recruitment steps, files the PERM application, and then pursues the I-140 with USCIS. You can apply for an immigrant visa through consular processing once the I-140 is approved and a visa number is available.
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