The Fort Myer Thrift Shop
224-225 Caisson Circle, Fort Myer, VA 22211
Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall
(703) 527-0664
-SUPPORTING THE MILITARY AND THEIR FAMILIES-
SUMMER SCHEDULE
- Starting July 8, we will be open on Tuesdays and Wednesdays (not Thursdays) for the next 6 weeks.
- Our only Saturday in July/August is August 9.
- We are closed to the public the last two weeks of August.
- We are back to our regular schedule after Labor Day.
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FORT MYER THRIFT SHOP: JOB VACANCY – MANAGER
The Fort Myer Thrift Shop (FMTS) is advertising for the position of Manager. This is a part-time position; the FMTS is open from 10am-2:30pm three days a week - Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, and one Saturday (occasionally two) a month. Work hours would be approximately 9am-3pm, approximately 18-24 hours per week. Other days may be required as needed.
The incumbent of this position is responsible for the overall success and profitable operation of the FMTS to accomplish its Mission – supporting the military and their families. All profits are given as scholarships to military family members and community grants to charitable agencies that support our military and their families in the National Capital Area.
The Manager is responsible for the management and operations of all aspects of the FTMS:
Compensation is commensurate with experience.
The FMTS is a private 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization and is not affiliated with the Department of the Army. The FMTS is an all-ranks, all-service, primarily volunteer organization that operates on Joint Base Myer–Henderson Hall (JBM-HH) with the written consent of the Garrison Commander. The consent is contingent upon compliance with the DODI-1000.15, AR 210-22, and other pertinent regulations.
If interested in applying, please send an expression of interest and resume with relevant experience by July 25, 2025, to Brenda Pierce, FMTS Board of Directors Chair, at [email protected]
If potential applicants have questions, please contact Brenda at that same email address.
The Fort Myer Thrift Shop (FMTS) is advertising for the position of Manager. This is a part-time position; the FMTS is open from 10am-2:30pm three days a week - Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, and one Saturday (occasionally two) a month. Work hours would be approximately 9am-3pm, approximately 18-24 hours per week. Other days may be required as needed.
The incumbent of this position is responsible for the overall success and profitable operation of the FMTS to accomplish its Mission – supporting the military and their families. All profits are given as scholarships to military family members and community grants to charitable agencies that support our military and their families in the National Capital Area.
The Manager is responsible for the management and operations of all aspects of the FTMS:
- Must have a current military or dependent ID card.
- Managerial, supervisory, financial, and organizational skills.
- Ability to communicate, verbally and in writing.
- Prior thrift shop experience.
- Oversees a staff of six – an accountant/bookkeeper, main building cashier, donations coordinator, consignment coordinator, boutique cashier, and social media coordinator.
- Oversees the volunteers who contribute their time and talents to the shop.
- Knowledge of 501 (c)(3) organizations.
- Knowledge of military organizations to act as the primary liaison with the military community to include the Garrison Commander’s office, Morale Welfare and Recreation (MWR), Safety and Fire offices, Dept of Public Works (DPW), Base Security, and more.
- Accountable to the FMTS Board of Directors and interact with them regularly.
Compensation is commensurate with experience.
The FMTS is a private 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization and is not affiliated with the Department of the Army. The FMTS is an all-ranks, all-service, primarily volunteer organization that operates on Joint Base Myer–Henderson Hall (JBM-HH) with the written consent of the Garrison Commander. The consent is contingent upon compliance with the DODI-1000.15, AR 210-22, and other pertinent regulations.
If interested in applying, please send an expression of interest and resume with relevant experience by July 25, 2025, to Brenda Pierce, FMTS Board of Directors Chair, at [email protected]
If potential applicants have questions, please contact Brenda at that same email address.
What are you looking for?
WEATHER POLICY
We follow Arlington County Public Schools.
If Arlington Public Schools are closed due to bad weather, we are closed.
If they are delayed in opening, we are delayed in opening to 11:00am.
We follow Arlington County Public Schools.
If Arlington Public Schools are closed due to bad weather, we are closed.
If they are delayed in opening, we are delayed in opening to 11:00am.
Items for sale but could be sold at any time...
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CONSIGNMENT HIGHLIGHTS...
Seasonal items accepted during these time periods:
Click here for the Consign with Us section
Click here for Items we are not accepting
- Consignment by appointment - only for valid military ID card holders.
- Call (703) 527-0664 for an appointment - only ONE appointment per week!
- Have all paperwork ready (including pricing) prior to appointment
- Furniture must be pre-approved (of good quality and reasonably sized)
- Saturday consigning from 10am-12pm (with appointment)
Seasonal items accepted during these time periods:
- NO clothing consignments in July!
- Fall Clothing: August 2 - October 30, 2025
Click here for the Consign with Us section
Click here for Items we are not accepting
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Shopping Bags
We always are in need of donations of shopping bags with handles! You may bring your own bags for checkout, but please use our shopping basket for shopping. Strollers For the safety of everyone, we do not allow strollers in the Boutique. |
Scholarships and Community Grants Offered
The Fort Myer Thrift Shop is a 501 (c) (3) nonprofit organization. We offer senior high school student, college student, and military spouse scholarships every year and community grants. Please click on the links for eligibility and further information. |
Shop Hours
We are open 3 days a week, Tues, Wed, Thurs from 10am to 2:30pm. We are also usually open the 1st Saturday of the month, from 10am to 2:30pm. Shop hours here. Donations accepted! |
Credit Cards and Checks
The Fort Myer Thrift Shop accepts cash, checks (prior approval in office required) and credit cards ($7 minimum). ALL military spouses from ALL services and ALL ranks are invited to join our team of volunteers. |
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