Dick's Sporting Goods Plans Its Own National Signing Day

ATLANTA, GA -- Dick's Sporting Goods will host its own “National Signing Day” on October 24 as part of its holiday season employment effort. The event will be held at several metro Atlanta stores, including at its Buckhead, Perimeter Pointe (Dunwoody) and Kennesaw locations. The company said ideal applicants "will draw on their personal experiences and in-depth knowledge to guide, inform, equip and inspire customers."

The sporting goods retailer said it offers competitive pay, an up-to 25%-off store discount and the opportunity to work with the best sports and outdoor brands.

Interested applicants are encouraged to first apply online at dicks.com/jobs and then visit one one of the stores on National Signing Day to be interviewed and meet the team. The company plans to sign up to 5,000 new teammates nationwide on October 24 as support for the holiday shopping season.

Founded in 1948, Dick's Sporting Goods is a sporting goods retailer offering an extensive assortment of authentic, high-quality sports equipment, apparel, footwear and accessories. As of August 4, 2018, the Company operated 729 Dick's Sporting Goods locations across the United States.

Headquartered in Pittsburgh, PA, Dick's also owns and operates Golf Galaxy and Field & Stream specialty stores, as well as Dick's Team Sports HQ, an all-in-one youth sports digital platform offering a range of services including technology solutions such as online registration and league management services, and mobile apps for scheduling, communications and live scorekeeping; team gear such as uniforms and equipment, fan wear, and access to donations and sponsorships.

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CHICAGO, IL - FEBRUARY 28: A sign hangs outside of a Dick's Sporting Goods store on February 28, 2018 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by Scott Olson/Getty Images)