At Academy Sports + Outdoors our vision is to be the best sports + outdoors retailer in the country — but what truly sets us apart is our people. We’re a passionate, purpose-driven team that’s as committed to each other as we are to our customers.
We’ve spent over 80 years building a culture that puts people first. We believe in creating opportunities for growth, fostering meaningful connections, and supporting every Team Member’s journey. What fuels us? Our belief in the power of fun.
Here, you won’t just help customers gear up for their next adventure — you’ll launch one of your own. Whether you're starting out or leveling up, Academy is a place where fun can’t lose!
What You Will Work OnYou’ll play a key role in shaping and optimizing our Workday-powered HR technology platform. From designing and configuring business processes to implementing technical requirements, you’ll ensure our HR systems run smoothly and efficiently. Your work will directly impact how we deliver HR services across the organization, making processes more intuitive and reliable.
In this role, you’ll collaborate on system upgrades, enhancements, and testing to guarantee accuracy and performance. You’ll develop advanced reports, dashboards, and calculated fields, while also supporting integrations and data integrity. Every day brings opportunities to solve complex problems, improve workflows, and create solutions that make a difference for our team members.
Who You Will Work WithYou’ll partner closely with HR leaders, business stakeholders, and technical teams to deliver solutions that align with organizational goals. Acting as a subject matter expert for Workday, you’ll provide support and guidance to team members, ensuring they have the tools and knowledge to succeed.
Collaboration is key—you’ll work alongside peers who share your passion for technology and process improvement, all while contributing to a culture that values innovation and teamwork.
What You BringBring your energy, your ideas, and your love for sports and the outdoors.
Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience
3+ years of HR Systems (HCM/HRIS/HRIT) experience or 5+ years of functional HR experience
2+ years of Workday configuration and development experience (preferred)
Advanced Workday training (BIRT, Studio, Report Writer, Calculated Fields) strongly preferred
Strong technical aptitude with excellent problem-solving skills
Ability to document and configure business processes and specifications
Advanced Excel skills (formulas, macros, pivot tables) preferred
Exceptional time-management and multitasking abilities in a fast-paced environment
Excellent communication and presentation skills across all levels
Customer-focused mindset with strong interpersonal skills
A team-first attitude; while your core duties are your priority, you're happy to step in wherever you're needed
Flexible schedule with occasional evenings and weekends as needed
Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion
Regular in-office attendance is required
Acceptable level of hearing and vision to perform job duties
Ability to adhere to company policies and professional standards
Workday Configuration, HR Technology, Data Analysis, Process Improvement, Reporting & Analytics, Communication, Problem Solving
Equal Employment OpportunityAcademy is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate with regard to employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other category protected by law.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience
- 3+ years of HR Systems (HCM/HRIS/HRIT) experience
- 5+ years of functional HR experience
- 2+ years of Workday configuration and development experience
- Advanced Workday training (BIRT, Studio, Report Writer, Calculated Fields)
- Strong technical aptitude
- Advanced Excel skills (formulas, macros, pivot tables)
Academy Sports + Outdoors Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Academy Sports + Outdoors and has not been reviewed or approved by Academy Sports + Outdoors.
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Retirement Support — A dollar-for-dollar 401(k) match up to 6% and an employee stock purchase plan are consistently presented as core strengths. These features stand out within big-box retail and are frequently highlighted as valuable parts of total compensation.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — A 20% merchandise discount, pay-on-demand access to wages, and tuition reimbursement provide tangible everyday value. Onsite gym access in Katy corporate/DC locations and vendor discount networks further enhance lifestyle perks.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid time off, paid holidays, and defined maternity and parental leave are part of the standard package. Materials also indicate PTO availability for some part-time store roles in certain situations.
Academy Sports + Outdoors Insights
What We Do
At Academy Sports + Outdoors, we believe in the power of fun. And we believe in helping our customers have more of it. With a wide assortment of sporting and outdoors gear, Academy offers the best brands under one roof — curated to make the most of every budget. Day in and day out, our 20,000+ Team Members bring a sense of adventure, energy, and passion to work. Understanding our people and the things that matter to them has been at the core of Academy culture for over 80 years. We take pride in creating a workplace that values hard work, commitment, growth, and of course, FUN. Academy — headquartered in Katy, TX, a suburb of Houston — is one of the nation’s largest sporting goods and outdoor stores. We offer a broad assortment of quality hunting, fishing, and camping equipment and gear, as well as sports and leisure products, footwear, apparel, and much more. Originally founded in 1938 as a family business in Texas, Academy has grown to a wide network of stores across many states, with $6.8 billion in annual revenue.
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