Assistant Fly Shop Manager (Full-Time)

Location: Rapid City, South Dakota (Black Hills)

Job Type: Full-Time, in-store

Overview

Dakota Angler & Outfitter is hiring an Assistant Fly Shop Manager to help lead the floor, elevate customer service, and keep shop operations running smoothly. This is a hands-on role for someone who leads by example and thrives in a busy retail environment.

What you’ll do

• Lead by example on the sales floor: customer service, product education, solution-based selling
• Support daily operations: opening/closing, cash handling, merchandising standards
• Assist with inventory accuracy: receiving, stocking, cycle counts, backstock organization
• Help train, coach, and support store associates (product knowledge + service standards)
• Manage workflow during busy periods and ensure coverage needs are met
• Collaborate on shop initiatives (seasonal assortments, events, local intel, etc.)

What we’re looking for

• 2+ years retail experience; leadership/supervisor experience strongly preferred
• Strong communication, calm problem-solving, and excellent follow-through
• Solid fly fishing and gear knowledge (or the ability to get there fast)
• Comfortable with POS systems and basic inventory workflows
• Availability for a consistent schedule, including Saturdays

Nice to have

• Fly tying knowledge, guiding/outfitting background, or specialty expertise
• Experience supporting online order fulfillment / e-commerce workflows

Compensation & perks

• Competitive pay (DOE)
• Employee discounts (and pro-deal opportunities where available)
• Benefits/perks discussed during the hiring process

How to apply

Email dakotaflyangler@gmail.com
Subject: ATTN: Hiring – Assistant Fly Shop Manager
Include: resume + a short note on your retail leadership experience and fly fishing background.

Store Associate (Full-Time)

Location: Rapid City, South Dakota (Black Hills)

Job Type: Full-Time, in-store

Overview

We’re hiring a full-time store associate to deliver great customer service, learn our product lines, keep the shop organized, and support daily store operations.

What you’ll do

• Help customers choose the right gear (rods/reels/lines, leaders/tippet, flies, waders/boots, accessories)
• Run POS/register, process returns, answer basic phone questions
• Receive/stock product, maintain backstock, help keep inventory accurate
• Keep the sales floor organized, clean, and well-merchandised
• Support general shop ops: pricing/tagging, opening/closing tasks, seasonal needs

What we’re looking for

• Friendly, reliable, service-oriented
• Comfortable learning technical products and explaining them simply
• Retail/customer service experience preferred (fly shop/outdoor retail is a plus)
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift ~40 lbs
• Availability for a consistent schedule, including some Saturdays

Compensation & perks

• Competitive pay (DOE)
• Employee discount (and pro-deals where available)
• Growth path for the right person

How to apply

Email dakotaflyangler@gmail.com
Subject: ATTN: Hiring – Full-Time Store Associate
Include: resume + a short note about your customer service experience and interest in fly fishing/outdoors.

Store Associate (Part-Time)

Location: Rapid City, South Dakota (Black Hills)

Job Type: Part-Time, in-store

Overview

We’re hiring a part-time store associate to help customers get set up with the right flies and gear, keep the shop running smoothly, and support busy seasons.

Schedule

• Part-time hours (ideal for students or someone wanting a flexible schedule)
• Expect some Saturdays and peak-season availability

What you’ll do

• Greet customers and assist with fly selection, basic rigging help, and gear questions
• Run POS/register, handle basic phone questions, keep the shop tidy
• Stock shelves, help with receiving and backstock organization
• Support general shop tasks (closing duties, cleaning, merchandising)

What we’re looking for

• Positive attitude, dependable, quick learner
• Customer service experience preferred
• Interest in fly fishing/outdoors is a plus (not required)
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift ~40 lbs

Compensation & perks

• Competitive hourly pay (DOE)
• Employee discount (and pro-deals where available)
• Training provided

How to apply

Email dakotaflyangler@gmail.com
Subject: ATTN: Hiring – Part-Time Store Associate
Include: resume (or experience summary) + your weekly availability.

Fly Fishing Guide – Wade Trips Only (Seasonal)

Location: Rapid City, South Dakota (Black Hills)

Job Type: Seasonal (spring–fall), part-time or full-time depending on bookings

Overview

Dakota Angler & Outfitter is hiring fly fishing guides for wade trips in the Black Hills region. We’re looking for guides who are great with people, teach clearly, and run safe, professional, fun days on the water. This is a WADE-TRIPS-ONLY guide position (no float/boat guiding required).

What you’ll do

• Lead guided wade trips and provide instruction/coaching for beginners through advanced anglers
• Teach casting, rigging, reading water, safe wading, and fish handling
• Select flies and adjust tactics based on conditions and client goals
• Manage trip logistics: meetups, timelines, communication, and shop coordination
• Emphasize ethics: local regulations, access etiquette, and Leave No Trace
• Help prep and care for client/shop gear (rods, waders, boots, packs, etc.)

Requirements

• Current CPR certification (required) — include expiration date
• Current First Aid certification (required) — include expiration date
• Strong fly fishing fundamentals and the ability to teach them simply
• Excellent customer service and clear communication
• Safety-first mindset and sound judgment in moving water and changing weather
• Dependable, punctual, and professional on and off the water
• Ability to wade for extended periods in variable conditions
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation

Preferred (not required)

• Prior guiding, instruction, coaching, or outdoor leadership experience
• Experience working with beginners and families
• Fly tying and/or strong entomology/seasonal pattern knowledge

Compensation

• Competitive per-trip pay (DOE) + tips
• Employee discounts (and pro-deals where available)
• Scheduling and employment details discussed during the hiring process

How to apply

Email dakotaflyangler@gmail.com
Subject: ATTN: Hiring – Wade Trip Fly Fishing Guide

• Short intro + what you like to fish/teach
• Resume or experience summary
• CPR + First Aid certs with expiration dates
• Availability window (dates/days)
• Two references (name + phone/email)