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Come work at a place where we take pride in creating a workplace environment that values hard work, commitment, and growth.
At Academy Sports + Outdoors, our Purpose is to make it easier for everyone to enjoy more sports and outdoors. Our Store Team Members are an essential part of customer service in any Academy store. They are responsible for ensuring fast, friendly customer service, helping customers navigate the variety of choices Academy offers, and impacting customer satisfaction, store profitability, and our Mission.
Job Description
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Sales Team Member Positions
- Outdoor Enthusiast
- Sales Team Member Apparel
- Sales Team Member Fishing and Hunting
- Sales Team Member Footwear
- Sales Team Member Sports
- Store Cashier
- Brand Specialist
Logistics/Merchandising/Operations Positions
- Asset Protection Team Member
- Custodian
- Inventory Control Team Member
- Merchandising Team Member
- Receiving Team Member
Education
- High school diploma or GED preferred.
- Associates or Bachelor’s in Criminal Justice preferred (Asset Protection Team Member only).
Work Experience
- Previous related work experience preferred.
- Operating POS equipment, symbol, and telephone preferred (Cashier only).
- Support of people and processes to drive operational excellence and sales targets (Cashier only).
- 4+ years of outdoor hobbies and skills; fishing and hunting experience preferred (Outdoor Enthusiast only).
- CPR and First Responder certification is a plus (Asset Protection Team Member only).
- Loss Prevention or Criminal Justice background is a plus (Asset Protection Team Member only).
Skills
- Excellent customer service orientation.
- Ability to connect and build rapport with customers, bilingual a plus.
- Effective problem solving and communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks with organization and attention to detail.
- Ability to read and follow safety and operation instructions.
- Proficiency with basic math and understanding instructions.
- Operate POS equipment and assist others (Cashier only).
- Write reports and correspondence (Cashier only).
- Knowledge of inventory software and order systems (Cashier only).
- Passion for outdoor hobbies such as fishing, hunting, shooting, camping (Outdoor Enthusiast only).
- Meet legal requirements for firearms transactions and FOID card (Fishing and Hunting only).
- Use of basic tools and equipment.
- Provide friendly customer service.
- Understanding emergency procedures.
- Strong situational awareness.
Responsibilities
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Physical Requirements & Attendance
- Flexible schedules including nights, weekends, and holidays.
- Good hearing and vision to perform duties.
- Adherence to company policies and work hours.
- Walking, reaching, talking, sitting, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, pushing, pulling as needed.
- Lift up to 10 pounds constantly and up to 60 pounds occasionally.
- Stand, handle, and use fingers repetitively.
- Vision abilities include close, distance, peripheral, and depth perception.
Employment Type
Part-time, full-time options available.
Equal Opportunity
Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer, valuing diversity and inclusion in the workplace.