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Get Access To All JobsCOMPENSATION
- $15 per hour
- Flexible schedules with opportunities for advancement
- Wellness time off to support you on your wellness journey
- Employee discounts from all of our Brands including Columbia, PrAna, Sorel, and Mountain Hardwear.
- Employee Assistance program (EAP) provides access to free mental health services, financial services, discounts on fitness programs and more!
- Fun, engaging, energetic team focused on helping you grow!
ABOUT THE POSITION
With over 430 retail stores worldwide, our associates are essential to our business. From ensuring product availability on the sales floor to creating eye-catching visual displays to addressing customer inquiries to running an efficient checkout process, our associates create memorable customer experiences while simultaneously assisting the Store Leadership team in supporting Columbia Sportswear Company’s mission of “Connecting Active People with Their Passions.”
As a Retail Associate, you serve as a brand ambassador and ensure exceptional in-store experiences through positive customer interaction. Within this role, you will employ your natural problem-solving and sales abilities to answer customer questions and make compelling product recommendations while supporting Columbia Sportswear Companies’ values to enhance customer service and teamwork.
HOW YOU’LL MAKE A DIFFERENCE
- Provide exceptional customer service by responding to consumer questions or issues regarding product features, benefits, and availability; engage with consumers to understand their needs and preferences (e.g., demonstrate and explain merchandise, make suggestions on suitable options for consumers, etc.).
- Maintain store standards for visual merchandising, cleanliness, and safety; retrieve merchandise from the sales floor, stock room, or other inventory locations.
- Perform all required cash register transactions (e.g., sales, returns, exchanges, connecting consumer to loyalty program) efficiently and accurately.
- Contribute to store profitability by receiving, handling, replenishing, and processing incoming and outgoing product flow in the stores accurately and efficiently.
YOU HAVE
- No specific education required (High School Diploma or GED preferred)
- 2 (or less) years of experience in a position or specialization.
- Skill operating Inventory and Point of Sales (POS) systems, and various other retail software tools.
- 16 years of age or older
JOB CONDITIONS
- Frequently in an active environment (i.e., requires the ability to constantly move about) that can be physical or strenuous (frequently adjusting/moving items weighing up to 40 lbs.), may frequently use specialized equipment, may have exposure to dust and noise.
- Occasionally requires the ability to work in a place.
- Ability to communicate clearly with others.
- Availability to work a flexible retail schedule, which may change seasonally and in response to location-specific business trends or forecasts. All local, state, and federal laws are adhered to when evaluating your availability.
This job description is not meant to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities, but constitutes a general definition of the position's scope and function in the company.
Columbia Sportswear Company is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Columbia Sportswear is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. If you need reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please notify your recruiter.
At Columbia Sportswear Company, we’re proud to offer part-time employees benefits that include a variety of services and products to help make your life and work more rewarding. Benefits that can protect your family’s financial future and help you save money through our 401k plan plus a generous company match. Columbia offers EAP + which is free and confidential 24/7/365 counseling services. There are commuter benefits such as transit and parking reimbursement programs. We have wellness benefits and employee discounts available.
If you need an accommodation/adjustment to successfully complete and submit your application, please reach out to AskHR@columbia.com with the Subject: Applicant Assistance Requested.
COMPENSATION
- $15 per hour
- Flexible schedules with opportunities for advancement
- Wellness time off to support you on your wellness journey
- Employee discounts from all of our Brands including Columbia, PrAna, Sorel, and Mountain Hardwear.
- Employee Assistance program (EAP) provides access to free mental health services, financial services, discounts on fitness programs and more!
- Fun, engaging, energetic team focused on helping you grow!
ABOUT THE POSITION
With over 430 retail stores worldwide, our associates are essential to our business. From ensuring product availability on the sales floor to creating eye-catching visual displays to addressing customer inquiries to running an efficient checkout process, our associates create memorable customer experiences while simultaneously assisting the Store Leadership team in supporting Columbia Sportswear Company’s mission of “Connecting Active People with Their Passions.”
As a Retail Associate, you serve as a brand ambassador and ensure exceptional in-store experiences through positive customer interaction. Within this role, you will employ your natural problem-solving and sales abilities to answer customer questions and make compelling product recommendations while supporting Columbia Sportswear Companies’ values to enhance customer service and teamwork.
HOW YOU’LL MAKE A DIFFERENCE
- Provide exceptional customer service by responding to consumer questions or issues regarding product features, benefits, and availability; engage with consumers to understand their needs and preferences (e.g., demonstrate and explain merchandise, make suggestions on suitable options for consumers, etc.).
- Maintain store standards for visual merchandising, cleanliness, and safety; retrieve merchandise from the sales floor, stock room, or other inventory locations.
- Perform all required cash register transactions (e.g., sales, returns, exchanges, connecting consumer to loyalty program) efficiently and accurately.
- Contribute to store profitability by receiving, handling, replenishing, and processing incoming and outgoing product flow in the stores accurately and efficiently.
YOU HAVE
- No specific education required (High School Diploma or GED preferred)
- 2 (or less) years of experience in a position or specialization.
- Skill operating Inventory and Point of Sales (POS) systems, and various other retail software tools.
- 16 years of age or older
JOB CONDITIONS
- Frequently in an active environment (i.e., requires the ability to constantly move about) that can be physical or strenuous (frequently adjusting/moving items weighing up to 40 lbs.), may frequently use specialized equipment, may have exposure to dust and noise.
- Occasionally requires the ability to work in a place.
- Ability to communicate clearly with others.
- Availability to work a flexible retail schedule, which may change seasonally and in response to location-specific business trends or forecasts. All local, state, and federal laws are adhered to when evaluating your availability.
This job description is not meant to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities, but constitutes a general definition of the position's scope and function in the company.
Columbia Sportswear Company is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Columbia Sportswear is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. If you need reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please notify your recruiter.
At Columbia Sportswear Company, we’re proud to offer part-time employees benefits that include a variety of services and products to help make your life and work more rewarding. Benefits that can protect your family’s financial future and help you save money through our 401k plan plus a generous company match. Columbia offers EAP + which is free and confidential 24/7/365 counseling services. There are commuter benefits such as transit and parking reimbursement programs. We have wellness benefits and employee discounts available.
If you need an accommodation/adjustment to successfully complete and submit your application, please reach out to AskHR@columbia.com with the Subject: Applicant Assistance Requested.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Retail Sales Associate
Verify your role meets specialty occupation
Pull the O*NET profile for Retail Sales Associate and confirm the job posting requires a specific bachelor's degree, not just any degree. Generic listings that say 'degree preferred' won't support an H-1B petition under USCIS specialty occupation standards.
Check the LCA wage for your city
Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above the DOL prevailing rate for your exact work location. Use the OFLC Wage Search before negotiating your offer so you know the floor wage tied to your occupation code and metro area.
Target employers enrolled in E-Verify
Retail chains already enrolled in E-Verify have cleared an extra compliance step that H-1B sponsors must complete anyway. Filtering your search to E-Verify participants narrows the field to employers already set up to hire sponsored workers.
Find H-1B sponsors on Migrate Mate
Search Migrate Mate to surface retail employers with verified DOL LCA filing history in your target city. Seeing which companies have filed for comparable roles tells you who has actually sponsored positions like yours, not just who claims they're open to it.
Time your application around the cap registration
H-1B cap registration opens in March each year and slots fill within the registration window. Have your employer ready to file your petition the moment registration closes so there's no gap between a lottery selection notice and your petition submission.
Get your degree equivalency documented early
If you hold a three-year degree or a combination of education and experience, obtain a credential evaluation from a NACES-member evaluator before your employer files. USCIS scrutinizes retail-sector H-1B petitions closely, and a late evaluation can stall the entire filing.
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Find Retail Sales Associate JobsRetail Sales Associate H-1B Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Can a Retail Sales Associate role actually qualify for H-1B sponsorship?
Yes, but only if the specific position requires at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field such as business, marketing, or retail management. A generic sales floor role where any degree is acceptable typically won't meet the USCIS specialty occupation standard. The employer's job description and internal requirements carry significant weight in the adjudication.
What occupation code does DOL use for Retail Sales Associate LCA filings?
Retail Sales Associate positions most commonly fall under SOC code 41-2031 (Retail Salespersons) or 41-2011 (Cashiers), but specialty retail or corporate sales roles may be classified under management or marketing codes instead. The SOC code determines your prevailing wage level, so confirming the right code with your employer before the LCA is filed protects you from a wage underpayment finding later.
How do I find retail employers who have sponsored H-1B visas before?
Search Migrate Mate to browse retail employers with documented DOL LCA filing history filtered by role and location. Past LCA filings are a reliable signal that an employer understands the H-1B process and has the HR infrastructure to file again, which matters because many smaller retail operators have never sponsored a work visa.
Does my employer need to pay me differently once the H-1B is filed?
Once your employer files the LCA and your H-1B petition, they must pay you at least the higher of the DOL prevailing wage for your location and occupation or the actual wage they pay comparable employees. This wage obligation begins on the date employment starts and cannot be reduced because of slow sales seasons or part-time scheduling adjustments.
What happens to my H-1B status if the retail employer closes my location?
If your worksite closes or your position is eliminated, your H-1B status ends with your employment. You have a 60-day grace period under USCIS rules to find a new H-1B sponsor, change to another valid status, or depart the U.S. A new employer must file a new H-1B transfer petition before that 60-day window expires for you to remain in status.
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