Store Team Member

Academy Sports + Outdoors is a leading sports and outdoor retailer dedicated to providing the best gear, apparel, and experiences to customers nationwide. With over 80 years of expertise, the company has built a strong culture focused on people — valuing passion, teamwork, and growth. Academy is known not just for its expansive range of products but also for fostering an environment where every team member can thrive both personally and professionally. This commitment to a supportive and dynamic workplace culture creates a unique and exciting atmosphere that appeals to sports enthusiasts and outdoor adventurers alike.

As a retail environment, Academy Sports + Outdoors emphasizes the importance of customer service as the core of its operations. Their stores are designed to be active, fast-paced, and engaging spaces where customers are welcomed by knowledgeable and friendly staff who share their passion for outdoor activities and sports. This connection between team members and customers is what helps fuel every adventure—making the shopping experience both enjoyable and memorable. Team members at Academy are encouraged to bring their unique energy to the store, whether it’s assisting customers in finding the perfect product, learning new skills behind the scenes, or collaborating to maintain a vibrant store atmosphere.

Roles at Academy offer great opportunities for those looking to start or advance their careers in retail, particularly in the sports and outdoor sectors. Various positions are available, covering both sales and operational functions. Sales team members specialize in areas such as apparel, fishing and hunting, footwear, and sports equipment, helping customers with expert advice and guidance. On the operational side, roles such as asset protection, inventory control, merchandising, receiving, and custodial duties ensure that the logistics and store environment run smoothly.

This broad range of positions means that Academy Sports + Outdoors truly values diverse skills and interests, creating career paths that support growth and development. Throughout the employee journey, from entry level to leadership, Academy promotes an inclusive culture where fun is regarded as a vital component of work life. The company’s focus on building meaningful connections with both customers and fellow team members reinforces its vision to be the best sports and outdoor retailer in the country.

Joining Academy Sports + Outdoors means becoming part of a passionate community that not only encourages outdoor adventures for its customers but also offers its employees the chance to embark on their own journeys of growth and excitement. The company is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion, ensuring that every candidate is given fair consideration regardless of race, religion, gender, or other protected categories. This holistic approach to growth, inclusion, and team spirit makes Academy a standout retailer in the sports and outdoor industry.