New Store OpeningJob Status:Full-TimeWarby Parker is searching for an Optical Supervisor to join our growing team of in-house optical professionals. (At other brands, you might see similar roles called Optical Keyholder.) In this role, you’ll rely on your optical prowess, friendly demeanor, and product expertise to create incredible customer experiences. Whether you’re helping longtime Warby Parker fans or first-time wearers, you’ll leave them excited and confident about our glasses. (Our frames are really special, after all. Take a peek athow our glasses are made.) Acting as a key-holder to the store, you’ll help open and close up shop as well as maintain internal operations. As a leader of the team, you’ll foster an upbeat and productive work environment for the opticians and retail advisors. Our ideal candidate is an energetic self-starter and a lifelong learner who’s eager to help Warby Parker grow.Sound like your cup of tea? Read on!What you'll do:Optical dutiesWork directly with customers to help meet all of their eyewear needsTake and record measurements, adjust and fit eyewear, and execute these details with flawless accuracyCheck that our finished eyewear meets our optical standards, as well as customer requirements and requestsUse your expertise to explain prescription terminology and product offerings to customersLeadership responsibilitiesSet your store up for success each day by ensuring that all operational, service, and staff zoning procedures are executed to Warby Parker standardsDrive the store vision and sales by providing above-and-beyond service on the floor and acting as the main contact for customer and operational questionsWork with store management to lead and mentor the Optical team, including participants of our Optician Apprentice Program, and exemplify what great service looks likeHelp maintain general store systems, inventory databases, and business operationsFoster and support a productive, positive employee culture in your storeWho you are:A licensed dispensing optician in states that require a license (or an ABO-certified optician in non-licensing states) with 2+ years of experience, including supervisor responsibilitiesPassionate about the eyewear and retail industriesA clear, effective, and professional communicator—you can break down technical terms for customers to easily understandDedicated to going above-and-beyond to make customers (and your teammates!) happyAn energetic, positive team player who’s able to adapt in a fast-paced, ever-changing work environmentNot on the Office of Inspector General’s List of Excluded Individuals/Entities (LEIE)Some benefits of working at Warby Parker for full-time employees:Health, vision, and dental insuranceLife and AD&D InsurancePaid time offPaid HolidaysRetirement savings plan with a company matchParental leave (non-birthing parents included)Short-term disabilityEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Bereavement LeaveOptical Education ReimbursementSnack PantryAnd more (just ask!)
