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 wide range of products, and impacting customer satisfaction, store profitability, and Academy's Mission.
Job Description:
Click the link(s) below to see each individual position's full job description:
- 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
- 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).
- Supporting people and processes to drive operational excellence and sales targets (Cashier Only).
- 4+ years of outdoor hobbies, interests, 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, build rapport, and engage with customers, including bilingual skills a plus.
- Effective problem solving and communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks with organizational and attention to detail skills.
- Ability to read, interpret, and follow safety rules, instructions, and manuals.
- Proficiency with basic math and applying instructions.
- Operate POS equipment, symbol, and telephone (Cashier Only).
- Write routine reports and correspondence (Cashier Only).
- Knowledge of inventory software and order processing systems (Cashier Only).
- Passion for outdoor hobbies like fishing, hunting, shooting, and camping (Outdoor Enthusiast Only).
- Compliance with federal and state firearm transaction requirements (Fishing and Hunting Sales Team Member Only).
- Must meet FOID card requirements (Illinois only, Fishing and Hunting Sales Team Member Only).
- Proficiency with basic hand tools and equipment.
- Provide prompt, friendly customer service.
- Knowledge of emergency response procedures.
- Strong situational awareness and observation skills.
Responsibilities:
Refer to detailed job descriptions for specific responsibilities.
Physical Requirements & Attendance:
- Flexible schedules including nights, weekends, and holidays.
- Good hearing and vision to perform duties.
- Adherence to work hours, policies, and rules.
- Frequent walking, reaching, and talking; occasional sitting, climbing, and other physical activities.
- Ability to lift up to 10 pounds constantly and up to 60 pounds occasionally.
- Constant standing, handling, and repetitive motions.
- Specific vision abilities required.
Part-time position.
Equal Employment Opportunity:
Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on race, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, or other protected categories.