
Job Overview
Compensation
Hourly
Range $17.75 - $20.25
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
401(k)
employee discount
Equity programs
incentive pay
Job Description
DICK'S Sporting Goods is a leading retailer in the sporting goods industry, dedicated to inspiring and equipping athletes of all ages and abilities to achieve their dreams. With a commitment to inclusivity and diversity, DICK'S Sporting Goods fosters a welcoming environment that reflects the communities it serves. The company believes in the transformative power of sports and strives to create confidence and excitement for every customer through exceptional service and knowledgeable staff. As a team, they emphasize accountability, collaboration, and personal growth, making it more than just a job but a chance to be part of a world-class sports team. The workplace culture encourages every teammate to bring their authentic selves to work, contributing to a diverse and innovative environment where each individual’s role is valued and impactful. The company is also committed to supporting its employees with competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and regular pay reviews to ensure fairness and equity.
The Team Captain - Apparel role at DICK'S Sporting Goods is a leadership position that offers a unique opportunity to lead and develop the apparel department within a retail store. This role revolves around delivering an engaging and personalized shopping experience rooted in deep product knowledge and connection with athletes. The Team Captain is responsible for coaching teammates, driving sales, and ensuring customers feel confident in their apparel choices, blending performance and style through attentive service. They work closely with store management to develop and execute business plans, manage daily operations, and adjust strategies to meet financial goals and customer needs effectively. This position also includes key leadership responsibilities such as staffing, hiring, training, and performance management, ensuring a strong, motivated, and well-trained team.
As a Team Captain, you will be essential in creating a store atmosphere where everyone is welcome and treated with respect, fostering an inclusive and supportive environment for both teammates and customers. The role demands a strong focus on operational excellence, including adherence to merchandising standards, safety protocols, and loss prevention policies. This position requires a proactive and independent leader who can adapt plans as necessary to optimize results.
The job offers a targeted pay range of $53,500 to $67,500 based on a 38-hour work week as part of a competitive total rewards package that may include incentives, equity, and benefits. DICK'S Sporting Goods ensures equitable pay practices and complies with all state paid leave requirements, providing employees with a generous suite of benefits. This role is ideal for individuals passionate about sports and retail leadership, looking to make a significant impact within a dynamic and supportive company environment. The position requires a commitment to authenticity, as candidates must comply with guidelines prohibiting the use of AI tools during interviews, maintain camera presence during virtual interviews, and successfully complete a background check and ID verification.
The Team Captain - Apparel role at DICK'S Sporting Goods is a leadership position that offers a unique opportunity to lead and develop the apparel department within a retail store. This role revolves around delivering an engaging and personalized shopping experience rooted in deep product knowledge and connection with athletes. The Team Captain is responsible for coaching teammates, driving sales, and ensuring customers feel confident in their apparel choices, blending performance and style through attentive service. They work closely with store management to develop and execute business plans, manage daily operations, and adjust strategies to meet financial goals and customer needs effectively. This position also includes key leadership responsibilities such as staffing, hiring, training, and performance management, ensuring a strong, motivated, and well-trained team.
As a Team Captain, you will be essential in creating a store atmosphere where everyone is welcome and treated with respect, fostering an inclusive and supportive environment for both teammates and customers. The role demands a strong focus on operational excellence, including adherence to merchandising standards, safety protocols, and loss prevention policies. This position requires a proactive and independent leader who can adapt plans as necessary to optimize results.
The job offers a targeted pay range of $53,500 to $67,500 based on a 38-hour work week as part of a competitive total rewards package that may include incentives, equity, and benefits. DICK'S Sporting Goods ensures equitable pay practices and complies with all state paid leave requirements, providing employees with a generous suite of benefits. This role is ideal for individuals passionate about sports and retail leadership, looking to make a significant impact within a dynamic and supportive company environment. The position requires a commitment to authenticity, as candidates must comply with guidelines prohibiting the use of AI tools during interviews, maintain camera presence during virtual interviews, and successfully complete a background check and ID verification.
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- 1-3 years of experience
- Previous retail or customer-facing experience
- Leadership experience preferred
- Compliance with virtual interview guidelines including camera on and no AI tools during interview
- Successful completion of background check and ID verification
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- 1-3 years of experience
- Previous retail or customer-facing experience required
- Previous people leadership experience preferred
- DSGT2 certification
Job Duties
- Deliver outstanding athlete experiences by anticipating athlete needs and providing clear, accurate, and knowledgeable information about products and assortment
- Uphold company merchandising and presentation standards by following established floor sets, signage requirements, price changes, inventory presentation, replenishment standards, etc.
- Promote and lead company programs such as customer loyalty program participation, warranty sales, private label credit card enrollment, etc.
- Contribute with store management to develop 30-60-90 day plans to support business priorities for assigned departments
- Help establish working plans related to operational initiatives, staffing, hiring needs, operational and merchandising sets, etc. in accordance with budgets and financial goals
- Execute plans and make adjustments as needed using independent judgment and plan effectiveness analysis
- Act as Head Coach when sole leader in building, performing general store oversight including opening and closing procedures, Front End and Cash Office functions, and teammate supervision
- Communicate departmental goals and plans to direct reports and assign workload based on skill levels to maximize efficiencies
- Monitor progress against plans and adjust to ensure uninterrupted operations and athlete support while meeting payroll and financial goals
- Develop effective schedules for direct reports and adjust to meet athlete traffic demands
- Build and lead a strong team delivering positive athlete experiences
- Lead sourcing, interviewing, hiring, onboarding, and retaining appropriate number of direct reports
- Ensure teammates are properly trained and provide coaching, feedback, development, recognition, and motivation
- Manage performance including annual reviews, promotional recommendations, and enforce compliance with policies including termination recommendations
- Create a store environment where everyone is welcome and treated with respect
- Adhere to and enforce policies related to safety, loss prevention, and standard operating procedures, and hold teammates accountable
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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