Role Overview
Amazon is hiring a Retail Lead Associate (Reduced-Time), Customer Experience Operations. This is a full-time role in Palm Desert. posted yesterday. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.
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Job Description
Description
Pay starts at $20.30 per hour with benefits available.
Reduced Time Hours: Average work between 30-39 hrs per week.
This role requires open availability Sunday-Thursday between 2:45pm and 9:15pm.
As a Retail Lead Associate, you will be the face of Amazon and contribute to the culture based on customer obsession, trust, respect, integrity, continuous learning, and fun. You possess strong attention to detail, the ability to quickly prioritize tasks, the willingness to learn new things, and a commitment to delighting our customers. You will assist with customer service operations and floor leader responsibilities.
Key job responsibilities
- Interact with customers by effectively using customer engagement strategies and model desired behavior for the rest of the team.
- Utilize inventory management systems to scan, process, and count product.
- Provide peer-to-peer feedback on processes and standards, serving as the escalation point to assist associate peers in solving customer issues, where appropriate.
- Contribute to continuous improvement of the customer experience and operations by participating in the development of best practices.
- Help identify and communicate barriers and trends that contribute to the customer and associate experience and support the manager in building a strong site culture.
- Work with a manager to maintain the physical safety and quality standards of the site.
- Work in a fast changing and ambiguous environment.
- Perform additional duties, as assigned
- Work flexible hours including nights, weekends, and holidays.
- Lift up to 49 pounds, stand and walk during shifts lasting up to 12 hours, and frequently push, pull, squat, bend, and reach, as well as continuously climb and descend stairs.
About The Team
Interested in joining our dedicated team at Amazon that makes the return of pickup and packages convenient for our customers at our Locker+ retail locations? Curious to be at the heart of where innovation meets customer obsession?
Customer Experience Operations (CXO) is an exciting organization within Amazon specializing in delighting our customers with quality service in an ever-changing environment. Our goal is to go beyond assisting with customer orders. We strive to connect personally with our customers and uplift their lives – even if for just a few moments. We operate out of designated retail locations – where it’s convenient for our customers – helping facilitate the delivery and return of customer orders.
Basic Qualifications
- High school or equivalent diploma
- Are 18 years of age or older
- 1+ years retail or customer-facing, or 1+ years floor leader or other leadership, or 1+ years Amazon (Blue Badge/FTE) experience
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in training others
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism, and safeguard business operations and the Company’s reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
The starting pay for this position is listed below including the base pay rate plus the highest available shift differential which applies depending on the shift you select. As a total compensation company, you are eligible for additional earnings including overtime pay and performance bonuses. Final pay will be based on factors including shift selection and location. Starting Day 1 of employment, Amazon offers EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, 401(k) matching. Learn more about our benefits at https://hiring.amazon.com/why-amazon/benefits.
USA, CA, Palm Desert - 20.00 - 20.00 USD hourly
Company - Amazon.com Services LLC - A57
Job ID: A10425724
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply for the Retail Lead Associate (Reduced-Time), Customer Experience Operations position at Amazon?
Use the Apply button above to submit your application directly to Amazon. Most applications take less than 5 minutes if your resume and contact details are ready, and you'll be routed to the employer's official application system to finish.
Where is the Retail Lead Associate (Reduced-Time), Customer Experience Operations position at Amazon located?
This position is based in Palm Desert. Amazon has not indicated remote or hybrid options for this role, so candidates should plan for on-site work.
What does a Retail Lead Associate (Reduced-Time), Customer Experience Operations at Amazon earn?
Amazon has not disclosed a salary range in this posting. Many employers share specifics later in the interview process; you can also ask during a recruiter screen if compensation transparency is important to you.
When was the Retail Lead Associate (Reduced-Time), Customer Experience Operations role at Amazon posted?
This role was posted on June 5, 2026 (yesterday). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.
Is the Retail Lead Associate (Reduced-Time), Customer Experience Operations role at Amazon entry-level?
Yes. This is an entry-level position. Strong candidates typically have 0-2 years of relevant work experience, internships, or significant project work. Read the full description for any specific qualification requirements Amazon has listed.
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