Store Team Member

Academy Sports + Outdoors; Dalton (GA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company that values hard work and growth! As a Store Team Member, you will play a crucial role in delivering exceptional customer service, helping customers find the perfect products for their sports and outdoor needs. With a focus on teamwork, you will contribute to store profitability and customer satisfaction. This part-time position offers flexible scheduling, allowing you to balance work with your personal life. If you are passionate about sports and the outdoors, this is an exciting opportunity to be part of a dynamic team that is committed to making a difference in the community.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Associates or Bachelor's in Criminal Justice preferred for Asset Protection.

Responsibilities

• Ensure fast, friendly customer service in the store.
• Help customers navigate the wide range of products.

Skills

Customer Service Orientation

Problem Solving Skills

Organizational Skills

Bilingual Skills

Basic Math Proficiency

Knowledge of Emergency Procedures

Situational Awareness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associates or Bachelor's in Criminal Justice

Tools

POS Equipment

Inventory Software

Job description

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 Experiences:

• Previous related work experience preferred.
• Operating POS equipment, symbol, and telephone preferred (Cashier only).
• In-direct support of people and processes to drive operational excellence and sales targets (Cashier only).
• 4+ years of personal experience with 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 who bond through sports and outdoor pursuits; bilingual skills are a plus.
• Effective problem solving and communication skills.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks with strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to read, interpret, and follow safety rules, instructions, and manuals.
• Proficiency with basic math and applying instructions in various formats.
• Operate and teach others to use POS equipment, symbol, and telephone (Cashier only).
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence (Cashier only).
• Working knowledge of inventory software and order processing systems (Cashier only).
• Passionate about outdoor hobbies and skills such as fishing, hunting, shooting, and camping (Outdoor Enthusiast only).
• Must meet federal and state requirements for firearm transactions (Fishing and Hunting Sales Team Member only).
• Must qualify for and maintain FOID card (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:

See detailed job descriptions for each position.

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, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, pushing, and pulling.
• Constantly lift up to 10 pounds; occasionally lift up to 60 pounds.
• Stand, handle, and use fingers repetitively.
• Visual abilities include close, distance, peripheral, and depth perception.

Part-time employment.

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 any other protected category.