Job Overview

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Employment Type

Part-time
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $13.00 - $17.00
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
employee discount
flexible schedules
Professional development opportunities
Equal opportunity employer

Job Description

Academy Sports + Outdoors stands as a premier retailer dedicated to making sports and outdoor activities accessible and enjoyable for everyone. Founded with a mission to inspire and equip individuals and families alike, Academy Sports + Outdoors offers a comprehensive range of products that cater to diverse sporting and outdoor pursuits. Whether it's camping, fishing, hunting, team sports, or casual outdoor adventures, this company prides itself on delivering quality merchandise paired with exceptional customer service. Operating numerous store locations across multiple states, Academy is known for a vibrant and inclusive workplace culture that values hard work, commitment, and personal and professional growth. The company endorses teamwork, continuous learning, and a customer-first approach that seeks to create memorable shopping experiences for all its clientele. By fostering an empowering work environment, Academy Sports + Outdoors strives to attract and retain passionate individuals who share the company’s enthusiasm for sports and the outdoors. The Store Team Member role is integral to Academy's operational success and customer satisfaction. As the face of the company in the retail environment, a Store Team Member is responsible for providing fast, friendly, and knowledgeable service. This position demands an individual who can effectively navigate the wide variety of choices offered at Academy, guiding customers through their sporting and outdoor needs with expertise and enthusiasm. Store Team Members impact not only customer satisfaction but also play a pivotal role in driving store profitability and supporting the company’s broader mission. This opportunity covers multiple positions such as Sales Team Member roles in Outdoor Enthusiast, Apparel, Fishing and Hunting, Footwear, Sports categories, as well as specialized positions including Store Cashier and Brand Specialist. Additionally, there are roles focused on Logistics, Merchandising, and Operations like Asset Protection Team Member, Custodian, Inventory Control Team Member, Merchandising Team Member, and Receiving Team Member, providing a broad array of options for employment based on skills and interests. Candidates can expect to join a part-time role with flexible scheduling that may include nights, weekends, and holidays to align with business needs. The role entails responsibilities such as engaging with customers, providing expert advice, managing inventory, ensuring safety and asset protection, operating point-of-sale systems, and maintaining overall store appearance and organization. Physical demands include frequent walking, lifting, standing, and handling materials, necessitating good physical fitness and stamina. Academy Sports + Outdoors values diversity and inclusion, being an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on various grounds including race, religion, national origin, sex, and more. This reflects the company’s dedication to building a respectful and equitable workplace where all employees have the opportunity to thrive and contribute meaningfully. If you are passionate about sports and outdoor activities, possess excellent customer service skills, and seek to work in a dynamic, supportive environment, a Store Team Member position at Academy Sports + Outdoors offers a rewarding path. Through professional development opportunities and the chance to grow into various roles, employees are encouraged to build a lasting career within the sporting goods retail industry at a company that truly values dedication and enthusiasm.

Job Requirements

  • Ability to work flexible schedules including nights, weekends, and holidays
  • Acceptable hearing and vision levels
  • Adherence to company policies and procedures
  • Frequently walk, reach, and talk
  • Occasionally sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, push and pull
  • Ability to lift up to 10 pounds constantly and up to 60 pounds occasionally
  • Physical ability to stand and perform repetitive hand motions
  • Specific vision abilities such as close and peripheral vision
  • CPR and First Responder certification a plus (Asset Protection roles)
  • Loss Prevention or Criminal Justice background a plus (Asset Protection roles)
  • Requires FOID card qualification (Illinois only, Fishing and Hunting roles)
  • Operating POS and inventory equipment skills

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