- Company: Dollar General
- Location: Bakersfield, California
- Salary: Pay not listed
Dollar General at a glance
dollargeneral.com- Founded 1939
- Ticker DG
Registered as a global legal entity (LEI OPX52SQVOZI8IVSWYU66, US) — via GLEIF
FDA-registered drug labeler (Dollar General Corporation) — via openFDA NDC Directory
OSHA safety record: 2 confirmed violations across 2 inspections — via OSHA Establishment Search
Dollar General is a U.S. discount-store chain headquartered in Goodlettsville, Tennessee. As of January 2024 it operated about 20,388 stores in the contiguous United States and Mexico. Founded in 1939, it trades under ticker DG. Overview: Wikipedia; site: dollargeneral.com.
14,576 Wikipedia views in July 2026 — a rough gauge of public visibility.
ASST STORE MGR in Bakersfield, CA S17556 — Dollar General
About the Role
Dollar General is seeking a dedicated Assistant Store Manager to join our team in Bakersfield, California. As an Assistant Store Manager, you will play a crucial role in maintaining the store's operations and ensuring customer satisfaction. This position offers full-time employment with no remote option available.
Core Duties
- Oversee daily store operations to ensure efficiency and productivity
- Manage staff schedules and provide training for new employees
- Implement sales strategies to meet or exceed financial goals
- Handle customer service inquiries and resolve issues promptly
- Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and regulatory standards
What You Bring
- A minimum of 1-2 years of retail management experience
- Strong leadership and communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
- Demonstrated ability to build positive relationships with customers, staff, and suppliers
- High school diploma or equivalent; college degree preferred
More About Dollar General
At Dollar General, our mission is "Serving Others." We value each of our employees and provide a wide range of career opportunities across various departments including Store locations, Distribution Centers, Store Support Center, and Private Fleet Team. Our commitment to serving others extends beyond our customers; we strive to create a supportive work environment where every employee can thrive.
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Working in Bakersfield, California
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The job is in Bakersfield, California, California. California is a Pacific Coast state with over 39 million residents and borders Oregon, Nevada, Arizona, and Baja California. State context: Wikipedia.
California is a U.S. state in the Western United States that lies on the Pacific Coast. It borders Oregon to the north, and Nevada and Arizona to the east; it also shares an international border with the Mexican state of Baja California to the south. With over 39 million residents across an area of 163,696 square miles (423,970 km2), it is the largest U.S. state by population and third-largest by
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National unemployment rate in US: 4.2% — via World Bank
National job openings rate: 4.4% — via BLS JOLTS
Private-sector wage growth (year over year): 3.1% — via FRED
National quits rate: 2.0% — via FRED (BLS JOLTS)
Weekly initial unemployment claims: 209,000 — via FRED
GDP per capita in US: $90,027 — via World Bank
Consumer price inflation in US: 2.9% (annual) — via World Bank
Real GDP growth in US: 2.2% (annual) — via World Bank
Average hours worked per year in US: 1,800 — via OECD
Cost of living in California: 10.7% above the national average — via BEA
Minimum wage in California: $16.90/hr — via FRED
Real GDP per capita in California: $86,110 — via FRED
Home prices in California (year over year): +1.8% — via FRED
Median household income in Kern County: $67,660 — via US Census ACS / Data USA
Average commute time in Kern County: 24 min — via US Census ACS / Data USA
Most common commute in Kern County: Drove Alone (78%) — via US Census ACS / Data USA
Households with home internet in Kern County: 92% — via US Census ACS / Data USA
Nearby green space: 7 parks within 1.5km — closest is Centennial Plaza. via OpenStreetMap
Nearest public transit: Chester & 21st Street (Downtown) (bus stop, 494m). via OpenStreetMap
Nearby history: Bakersfield California Building, listed 1983 (149m away) — via National Register of Historic Places
Typical climate: average high 77°F / low 51°F year-round (summers around 95°F, winters around 38°F) — via NOAA 1991-2020 Normals
Walkability: Most walkable — via EPA National Walkability Index
Typical rent nearby: $1,140/mo · $1,483/mo — via HUD Fair Market Rents
- Elevation 129m (423 ft)
Source: Wikipedia (state)
About this role & career path
O*NET places related work under Business Operations Specialists, All Other (SOC 13-1199.00), with neighbor titles such as administrative assistant and branch operations roles. Profile: O*NET.
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Salary & compensation
Workers in Business & Financial Operations occupations earn a national median of $76,859 — via US Census ACS / Data USA
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Prepare retail leadership examples: prioritizing stock and recovery, coaching cashiers under peak traffic, shrink awareness, and covering when the store manager is off. Expect situational questions on labor, customer escalations, and running a busy Dollar General floor.
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Best fit if you like hands-on discount retail, can lead a small store team, and stay steady with inventory, service, and shift decisions at a neighborhood Dollar General.
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Listing facts
- Role Assistant Store Manager
- Employer Dollar General
- Location Bakersfield, California
- Type Full Time
- Pay (from listing) Pay not listed
- Posted August 13, 2026
- Apply by September 13, 2026
- Country United States
- Overview Full job description on this page (286 words)
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