Discount retailer Ocean State Job Lot is ramping up hiring efforts ahead of the launch of its new store in Glassboro.

According to the Rhode Island-based chain, walk-up job fairs will be held at its Deptford location (409 Almonesson Road) the following days:

• Aug. 3–7, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
• Aug. 10–13, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

OSJL says it will hire for part-time retail store specialist positions, as well as part-time temporary retail store associate positions, for morning and evening shifts. Interested candidates can review available positions here. They can also complete an application before arriving to streamline the interview process, according to the company.

Along with competitive pay and benefits package, OSJL says it offers profit participation, paid time off, flexible hours, 30% store discount, 401(k) plans and service awards. Medical, vision and dental insurance is also available to eligible employees, the company said.

OSJL Vice President Bob Selle said, “Our stores are powered by people who work hard, care about their communities, and take pride in helping customers find great value every day. These hiring events are a great opportunity for local job seekers to meet our teams, learn about the roles available, and explore what it’s like to grow with OSJL.”

Ocean State at Collegetown Shopping Center

According to a spokesperson, the Glassboro store is expected to open Aug. 31.

At Collegetown Shopping Center, OSJL takes over a 40,000-square-foot store previously occupied by bankrupt Big Lots.

Ocean State Job Lot in Glassboro:

In the wake of the discount home goods chain’s September 2024 Chapter 11 filing, OSJL acquired nearly two dozen former Big Lots stores along the East Coast. Within New Jersey, that included sites in Mays Landing, Barnegat, Somers Point and Cape May. Those locations have since reopened as OSJL stores.

Founded in 1977, the chain sells an ever-changing array of brand-name, first-quality merchandise at closeout prices. Its products include household goods, apparel, seasonal products, specialty foods, kitchen pantry staples and pet supplies. Considered the Northeast’s largest, privately held discount retailer, OSJL has 175 stores, employs 7,000 associates and generates annual sales exceeding $900 million, the company said.

In Glassboro, OSJL will join a tenant mix that includes Lidl, Ulta Beauty, Ross Dress for Less, Five Below, Chipotle Mexican Grill, Tropical Smoothie Café and Saladworks.

In addition to the sites listed above, OSJL’s local footprint also spans:

• Clinton
• Deptford
• Franklin Park
• Freehold
• Holmdel
• South Plainfield
• Sparta