NEW RETAIL STORE OPENING! - CHULA VISTA

REI is coming to Chula Vista, California! We are currently hiring over 50 employees. The new store will be opening in October 2006 and training for new employees will begin in early September.

We are looking for candidates that have interest and experience providing exceptional customer service and selling quality product. In addition, top candidates will have knowledge of outdoor recreational equipment and a strong desire to grow with our new Chula Vista team!

We are looking to fill a wide variety of positions including:

Sales/Customer Service Specialists
Bike Technicians
Shipping & Receiving Specialist

And more...

If you'd like to be rewarded for initiative, effort and creative thought, come join us and APPLY NOW online today! When submitting your online application, indicate what position(s) you are applying for.

For the Chula Vista opening, we are only accepting applications online. When you submit your online application, please use the RESUME BUILDER and under ?Skills and Activities,? tell us what product areas you feel you have the greatest knowledge of, or experience in. You may select any or all of the following: camping/hiking, climbing, cycling, paddling, snowsports, outdoorwear, footwear or travel. To confirm that your application went through successfully, please make sure you follow the entire application process until you see your ?Profile Confirmation? page stating that your application was received for ?NEW RETAIL STORE OPENING! - CHULA VISTA, CA.?

Recreation is our business, and REI offers a great work environment that balances hard work with time off to play. We offer a flexible work schedule, benefits for full-time and part-time employees, advancement opportunities, outstanding sales and product training, incentive program, a generous merchandise discount to help you enjoy your free time, and - most importantly - a work environment where respect for the individual and teamwork are our fundamental employee values.

REI was recently ranked 9th among the ?100 Best Companies to Work For? by FORTUNE magazine. Founded in 1938 as a consumer co-op by a group of Pacific Northwest mountaineers, REI is a national multi-channel retailer of quality outdoor products and currently operates over 80 stores in 24 states. A portion of our profits is set aside each year for support of conservation, outdoor recreation and environmental stewardship causes.

MANAGEMENT OPPORTUNITIES
Although we have filled all of our management positions for the Chula Vista location, we are always looking for leaders who are passionate about motivating, coaching and developing employees. If you have a proven ability to increase sales and profitability, we would like to hear from you. Please apply to the "Retail Managers-Nationwide #370" posting, by submitting a cover letter and resume expressing your interest in retail management. Include in your cover letter all possible REI locations you would consider.

REI is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.