Compliance Specialist

Who We Are

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!  

Education:

• High School diploma or equivalent required
• Associate’s degree in relevant field of study preferred

Work Experiences:

• 5+ years of related work experience required

Skills:

• Analytical skills
• Attention to detail required
• Ability to prioritize work
• Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of information required
• Computer – proficient in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel and e-mail programs
• Communication – effective listening, speaking, and writing
• Acceptable level of hearing and vision to perform job duties

Responsibilities:

• Serves as subject matter expert for all boat, trailer, and ride-on matters across the organization
• Updates and maintains all store training with the most current federal, state, and local regulations
• Create and maintain internal Training materials
• Maintain the most current watercraft and motor vehicle regulations for each of the states in which Academy operates and boarders
• Research licensing and permit requirements of states where Academy does business or anticipates doing business
• Manages the boat, trailer, and ride-on sales and registration process including processing ownership documentation
• Partners with store and Customer Care teams to resolve customer service issues
• Establishes Compliance Requirements for existing and potential BMT manufacturers/vendors
• Works closely with buying teams responsible for boats, trailers, and ride-Ons
• Works with BMT manufacturers to obtain MSO/MCO for items sold
• Manages internal procedures/processes and makes updates as needed
• Manages all incoming customer and store requests for BRT items
• Serves as subject matter expert and manages new item set up in BMT Database
• Knowledge of Firearm Compliance Federal and State regulations
• Assist in an on-call group to assist stores with Firearm Compliance questions
• Maintain Firearm Compliance Database
• Assisting in Firearm Compliance Projects and audits
• Required to learn company policies and procedures and safety rules
• Develop a thorough understanding of Academy policies, procedures, and safety rules
• Responsibilities may change; team members may be required to perform other tasks as assigned

Physical Requirements & Attendance:

• Regular attendance required
• Acceptable level of hearing and vision to perform job duties
• Adhere to company work hours, policies, procedures and rules governing professional staff behavior

Equal Employment Opportunity

Academy 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.​