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Dick's Sporting Goods

Retailer of sporting goods, apparel, footwear

Teammate – Sales

Part-Time
$16.50 - $24.50/hr
Entry
Milford, CT, USA
In Person
RetailRetail Sales

About the job

Requirements
  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Offers are contingent upon a satisfactory background check, which may include identity verification.
Responsibilities
  • Greet athletes, identify their needs, and provide personalized product recommendations.
  • Use product knowledge to educate athletes about product features and benefits and support confident purchasing decisions.
  • Drive sales results through effective selling behaviors, basket-building techniques, and promotion of loyalty memberships, protection plans, and credit offerings.
  • Collaborate with store teammates and contribute to store goals and operational excellence.
  • Represent the brand professionally and enthusiastically while helping athletes achieve their goals.

About the company

DICK'S Sporting Goods is a major retailer that sells sporting goods, including equipment, apparel, and footwear, through both its network of physical stores and its online site. Customers can shop in person or online, with promotions and financing options such as 0% APR for up to 12 months on qualifying purchases through Affirm. The company also runs a ScoreCard loyalty program that earns points on purchases to encourage repeat business, and it offers a Best Price Guarantee to ensure customers get the lowest price. DICK'S Sporting Goods stands out by combining a large, nationwide retail footprint with a strong online presence, a rewards program, flexible financing, and a focus on customer satisfaction and social responsibility. Its goal is to make sports and outdoor activity accessible to a wide range of people—from amateurs to professionals—while giving back to communities and upholding ethical business practices.

Company Size

10,001+

Company Stage

IPO

Headquarters

Coraopolis, Pennsylvania

Founded

1948

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • September 25, 2026 DICK'S priced $1 billion notes, proving lenders still fund expansion.
  • Q2 2026 still delivered 4.9% same-store sales growth, showing core demand remains intact.
  • GameChanger launched March 2026 partnerships with NRPA, Every Kid Sports, and GoPro, widening ecosystem lock-in.

What critics are saying

  • August 25, 2026 guidance cuts exposed Foot Locker integration failures and inventory cleanup gaps.
  • September 2026 securities litigation targets misleading inventory and promotion disclosures through November 3, 2026.
  • Legacy footwear weakness and promotional pressure crush margins; another acquisition miss would damage credibility further.

What makes Dick's Sporting Goods unique

  • House of Sport stores bundle specialty retail, training, and experiential merchandising better than peers.
  • GameChanger drives youth-sports engagement, monetization, and data ownership across nearly 10 million annual games.
  • September 2026 New Balance campaigns keep DICK'S relevant with brands and community-led marketing.

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Benefits

  • Flexible Work Hours
  • Remote Work Options

Growth & Insights and Company News

6 month growth

16%

1 year growth

17%

2 year growth

17%
The Workers Rights
Oct 22nd, 2026
US Amazon seasonal jobs 2026: 300,000 holiday roles, but will workers get permanent employment?

US Amazon seasonal jobs 2026: 300,000 holiday roles, but will workers get permanent employment? The season is the largest recruitment push ever as Amazon opens up over 300,000 positions in its operations network in the United States. The job count is only one half of the story for job seekers. The question is, will it become a permanent full-time job after the holiday shopping season passes? Quick facts. * Total opportunities: 300,000+ seasonal, part-time and full-time jobs in the U.S. * Increased: Hired an additional 20% more seasonal staff over the last three holiday seasons to bring the total to 250,000 seasonal workers. * Average salary: Amazon says they pay about $20 per hour. * Healthcare: Seasonal workers are covered from day one once they are eligible, beginning January 1, 2027. * Cost: Plans begin at $5 a week with $5 co-pays. * Requirements: Workers should have a minimum of 30 hours of work per week. * Application period: will be open each week until December. What Amazon seasonal jobs 2026 actually offer. Amazon is hiring for positions in their warehouse, fulfillment centers and more across their network. The students, parents and second income earners can opt for both part-time and full-time programs, offering flexibility. Late applicants still have a chance if they postpone their applications till the end of the month, with weekly postings till December. Seasonal worker benefits: healthcare from day one. The biggest difference is the increased health benefit. Qualifying employees who work 30 or more hours per week will be able to join immediately from January 1, 2027, and premiums will begin at $5 per week. This is a nice thing to have for many temporary jobs that don't have any medical coverage whatsoever, especially if you're in one that extends into the next year. Can seasonal workers Become Permanent? Seasonal employees will be given opportunities to become permanent, though the rate hasn't been disclosed by Amazon. That doesn't necessarily mean jobs will be guaranteed, but it means they may be. The likelihood of getting a position is probably going to be subject to attendance, productivity and the number of jobs that become available after peak season. Nearly half of Michaels' seasonal staff became regulars after the 2025 holiday season, as a useful guide. The scale of Amazon indicates real opportunities, but the point is that one has to work hard for a conversion and not expect it. How other retailers compare. Amazon is going against the grain, and Amazon seasonal jobs 2026 are among the few that show caution among the rest. U.S. retailers will create 450,000 positions in the fourth quarter, compared to 461,500 a year ago, Challenger, Grey & Christmas projects. Dick's Sporting Goods is looking to hire approximately 8,400 seasonal workers, Foot Locker about 2,900, and Michaels will hire more than 10,000. In addition to this, Macy's has some national hiring events scheduled for October and November. The caution is telling since sales forecasts are looking good. Despite this increase, the National Retail Federation projects that sales for November and December will increase by 4.2%, to $1.013 trillion, but customers are still on the hunt for value. How to improve your chances of staying on after Amazon seasonal jobs 2026. * Update early and continue to monitor weekly postings. * Make 30+ hour shifts to qualify for healthcare. * Be consistent - attendance is the easiest way to be noticed. * Discuss permanent jobs with your manager in a timely fashion. Explore the latest jobs and hiring trends. 1. Can Amazon Temporary Jobs Become Permanent? 2. Will Robots Replace Amazon Warehouse Workers? 3. Who Can Apply for Amazon UK Jobs? 4. Who Qualifies for Amazon's Massive Hiring Drive? 5. Which Companies Are Hiring Older Workers?

CSR Company
Oct 16th, 2026
The DICK'S Sporting Goods Foundation and Angel City Sports power possibility.

The DICK'S Sporting Goods Foundation and Angel City Sports power possibility. In 2013, eight-year-old Ezra Frech and his dad Clayton traveled to Oklahoma City for the UCO Endeavor Games, an annual multi-sport competition for athletes with physical disabilities. While there, Ezra asked his dad why there weren't programs like the Endeavor Games in Southern California, and that's how Angel City Sports was born. What began with one young athlete asking "why" has grown into exactly the kind of lasting change The DICK'S Sporting Goods Foundation's Sports Matter Impact League is built to champion. The Sports Matter Impact League, which launched in 2025, selects empowering sports-based youth development organizations for a three-year tiered grant program to fuel sustainable, high-impact work. In addition to funding, Sports Matter Impact League partners receive strategic guidance, visibility opportunities and access to resources that strengthen organizational capacity. "Long-term partnerships allow us to listen, learn and build alongside organizations to create stronger programs and meaningful change that lasts," said Rick Jordan, Vice President of The DICK'S Sporting Goods Foundation. Going into 2027, Angel City Sports will enter year two of its Sports Matter Impact League partnership. Rooted in the belief that everyone deserves the opportunity to experience sport as a pathway to confidence, independence and belonging, Angel City Sports offers free, year-round adaptive sports programming for kids, adults and veterans with physical disabilities across the Los Angeles area. Since 2013, the organization has provided more than 31,000 athlete activations through annual clinics, multi-sport experiences and large-scale events. Beyond programming, Angel City Sports creates a community where athletes can see what is possible for themselves, often for the first time. "Angel City Sports taught me that I can do anything and that my wheelchair is never a limit," said 13-year old Angel City Sports athlete Damian Munoz. Angel City Sports also provides free access to specialized equipment that many athletes and families might not be able to afford on their own, something Angel City Sports Program Manager Alvin Malave says the organization can continue to do thanks to its partnership with The DICK'S Sporting Goods Foundation. "I hope to teach the kids that anything is possible, and you can use sport as an opportunity to develop yourself mentally, physically and emotionally and go through life and be successful," Malave said.

PR Newswire
Oct 15th, 2026
DICK'S Sporting Goods Inc. to hire over 11,000 seasonal teammates for the 2026 holiday shopping season.

DICK'S Sporting Goods Inc. to hire over 11,000 seasonal teammates for the 2026 holiday shopping season. Oct 15, 2026, 10:01 ET PITTSBURGH, Oct. 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ - DICK'S (NYSE: DKS) and Foot Locker, a DICK'S Sporting Goods company, announced today that they expect to hire over 11,000 seasonal teammates for the upcoming 2026 holiday season. Across DICK'S Sporting Goods, DICK'S House of Sport, Going Going Gone! and Public Lands store locations, the company expects to hire approximately 8,400 seasonal teammates. Interested candidates are invited to DICK'S ninth-annual "National Signing Day" on Wednesday, October 21, 2026 where they can interview on-site and meet store leadership at participating locations. Hiring will continue until positions are filled. "Our stores truly come alive during the holidays, and seasonal teammates bring the passion and team spirit that make shopping with us so special," said Julie Lodge-Jarrett, EVP, Chief People, Purpose and Transformation Officer at DICK'S. "Whether it's helping a parent pick out a first baseball glove or equipping a young athlete for the winter season, our store teams play a huge role in creating holiday memories." At Foot Locker, approximately 2,900 teammates will join Foot Locker, Kids Foot Locker, WSS and Champs Sports store locations in North America this holiday season. "At Foot Locker, our stores are where sneaker culture comes to life," said Michael Keinath, SVP, Chief People Officer at Foot Locker North America. "We're excited to welcome new teammates who are passionate about sport, sneakers and culture, enjoy connecting with customers and want to be part of an energetic team during the holiday season." Seasonal teammates joining DICK'S Sporting Goods Inc. for the 2026 holiday season will become part of an organization known for fostering strong workplace cultures and creating meaningful opportunities for growth. DICK'S has been recognized as one of the Fortune Best Workplaces in Retail and has earned Great Place to Work(R) certification for six consecutive years. Additionally, after 30 days of employment, teammates will have access to DICK'S 401(k) plan, including a 100% vested company match with no waiting period. Seasonal teammates, stripers and blue shirts across DICK'S Sporting Goods Inc. will receive competitive hourly pay and associate discounts across participating brands. In keeping with company tradition, all DICK'S Sporting Goods, Inc. stores and distribution centers in the U.S. will be closed on Thanksgiving Day, November 26, 2026, allowing teammates to spend time with family and loved ones during the holiday season. Athletes can continue to shop online throughout Thanksgiving Day at dicks.com and footlocker.com, with retail locations reopening on Black Friday, November 27. Candidates interested in roles at DICK'S, DICK'S House of Sport, Going Going Gone! and Public Lands can visit dicks.com/jobs to search for openings. Candidates interested in opportunities at Foot Locker, Kids Foot Locker, Champs Sports and WSS can apply online at careers.footlocker.com. About DICK'S Sporting Goods, Inc. DICK'S Sporting Goods creates confidence and excitement by inspiring, supporting and personally equipping all athletes to achieve their dreams. Founded in 1948 and headquartered in Pittsburgh, DICK'S is a leading omni-channel retailer and an iconic brand in sport and culture. Its banners include DICK'S Sporting Goods, Golf Galaxy, Public Lands and Going Going Gone! in addition to the experiential retail concepts DICK'S House of Sport and Golf Galaxy Performance Center. As owner and operator of the Foot Locker Business, including Foot Locker, Kids Foot Locker, Champs Sports, WSS and atmos, DICK'S serves the global sneaker community across North America, Europe, Asia and Australia, plus a licensed store presence in Europe, the Middle East and Asia. DICK'S also owns and operates GameChanger, a youth sports mobile platform for live streaming, scheduling, communications and scorekeeping. Driven by its belief that sports have the power to change lives, DICK'S has been a longtime champion for youth sports and, together with its Foundation, has donated millions of dollars to support under-resourced teams and athletes through the Sports Matter program and other community-based initiatives. Additional information about DICK'S business, corporate giving and employment opportunities can be found on dicks.com, investors.dicks.com, sportsmatter.org, dickssportinggoods.jobs and on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook and X. About Foot Locker Foot Locker is a leading footwear and apparel retailer. With a global presence across North America, Europe, Asia, Australia, and New Zealand, and a licensed store presence in Europe, the Middle East and Asia, Foot Locker has a strong history of sneaker authority that sparks discovery and ignites the power of sneaker culture. SOURCE DICK'S Sporting Goods, Inc.

Loss Prevention Magazine
Oct 14th, 2026
LP people on the move: October 2026.

LP people on the move: October 2026. Taking the Steps To Build a Successful Loss Prevention Career October 14, 2026 News, tactics, career guidance, and technological developments for retail loss prevention professionals. Professional advancement and building a successful loss prevention career can mean many things to many different people, and there are many different ways to evaluate our career vision and professional aspirations. But what is most important is that we find the path that fits us best. Whatever our professional goals and aspirations might be; whatever skills and experiences have helped forge our personal loss prevention career path, we have to find and seize the opportunities to learn, grow, and progress. All of us throughout the loss prevention community are proud of the accomplishments of those who have worked hard and earned a new place along the loss prevention career path. Please join us in congratulating the following individuals on their recent career moves and promotions. October 2026. October 1st - October 14th - Digital Partner - Kiel Paris was promoted to group security and fortification manager at Super Retail Group (Australia). Jeff Bucher, LPC was promoted to division asset protection director at Lowe's Companies. LP Solutions The transfer of keys between departing and incoming employees might seem like a straightforward process, but it's riddled with potential risks. Steven Jensen was promoted to senior director of asset protection at ID Logistics. - Digital Partner - Jackson Skidmore is now advertising sales coordinator at Loss Prevention Magazine. Michael Patterson is now a multi-site manager, field safe and secure at Carvana. Shane Davies was promoted to national internal fraud intelligence analyst at Coles Group (Australia). Kai Sandman is now a regional asset protection manager at Dollar Tree Stores. Deane Benedetti is now senior manager of loss prevention at Windsor Fashions. Michael Peixoto, CFI was promoted to district asset protection manager at Lowe's Companies. Justin Voss was promoted to director of loss prevention operations, crisis management and security at DICK's Sporting Goods. Morgan Weithman, LPQ was promoted to director of field loss prevention at DICK's Sporting Goods. Brian Cramer is now a district loss prevention manager at Ollie's Bargain Outlet. Diego Martinez is now a loss prevention supervisor at Dia (Argentina). Nicholas Vlachos is now a regional assets protection manager at Whole Foods Market. Alfredo Garcia Jr. is now a regional asset protection manager at ALO. Debra Heap is now a fraud investigator at Coles Group (Australia). Katrina Rodriguez-Luna is now a loss prevention coordinator at Lovisa Pty Ltd. Zach Ryan, LPC, CFI is now a regional asset protection manager at Abercrombie & Fitch. Parker Elgin, MBA is now a cluster security manager, data centers at Amazon Web Services. Johnny Mendoza is now a loss prevention business partner at POP MART. Amanda Shabnow was promoted to security and loss prevention cluster manager at Amazon. Kevin Palmer was promoted to director of asset protection solutions at Walgreens. Brendon Coutinho was promoted to loss prevention supervisor at Profarma (Brazil). Lisa Grear is now a loss prevention investigator at SHOE SHOW. Fabrice Francois was promoted to protective operations manager at Etsy. Tim Kicha, CFI was promoted to director of digital fraud at Macy's. Adrian Bretado is now a district loss prevention manager at Bealls. Many of the loss prevention/ asset protection career moves and promotions are reported to us by our career advisor partners. We are grateful for their collective efforts and diligence in delivering this information. If you would like to provide information pertaining to a recent promotion or career move that is not listed above, please email submissions here. News, tactics, career guidance, and technological developments for retail loss prevention professionals.

Associated Press
Oct 13th, 2026
DICK's Sporting Goods investors have until November 3 to seek lead plaintiff role after 30.68% share drop

Investors who bought DICK's Sporting Goods (NYSE: DKS) securities between September 8, 2025 and August 24, 2026 have until November 3, 2026 to seek lead plaintiff status in a securities class action. Law firm Glancy Prongay Wolke & Rotter LLP is reminding shareholders of the deadline. The suit alleges DICK's misled investors about its Foot Locker business. It claims the company did not disclose that inventory clean-up was incomplete and that Foot Locker relied on legacy footwear vulnerable to heavy promotions. On August 25, 2026, DICK's reported second-quarter revenue of $1.73 billion from Foot Locker, below analysts' estimates of $1.81 billion. It cut its 2026 net sales guidance to $21.9 billion–$22.2 billion, from $22.1 billion–$22.4 billion. The stock fell $55.02, or 30.68%, to $124.31 that day.