District Manager, Human Resources

Academy Sports + Outdoors

District Manager leading HR strategy across multiple districts for Academy Sports + Outdoors. Oversee workforce planning, talent acquisition, and enhance team member engagement.

Posted 7/31/2026full-timeNew Orleans • Louisiana • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in HR strategy, workforce planning, and talent management, with a strong focus on employee engagement and retention. Proven ability to leverage data insights for decision-making and to coach leaders in a retail or multi-unit environment.

Highest-signal resume keywords

HR Business Partner ExperienceWorkforce Planning ExpertiseTalent Management SkillsPHR CertificationData Analysis Proficiency

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Hard Skills

HR PrinciplesEmployment Law KnowledgeSuccession PlanningEmployee Relations ManagementLeadership DevelopmentStrategic ThinkingData Trend Analysis

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsCommunication SkillsPresentation SkillsCoaching AbilityTeam Collaboration

Certifications & Qualifications

PHRSPHRSHRM-CPSHRM-SCP

Industry Keywords

Retail EnvironmentMulti-Unit ManagementTalent AcquisitionEmployee EngagementOrganizational Performance

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead HR strategy across multiple districts, ensuring that people practices are seamlessly integrated into business operations.
Partner with district leadership to provide expert guidance on workforce planning, talent acquisition, and compliance.
Drive initiatives that strengthen team member engagement and retention.
Create innovative solutions to complex HR challenges, leveraging data insights to influence decisions and improve organizational performance.
Manage employee relations with a proactive, solutions-oriented approach.
Conduct thorough investigations and coach leaders to foster a positive work environment.
Play a key role in shaping leadership development and supporting career growth.
Lead cross-functional HR projects and rollouts, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and delivering measurable impact across the organization.
Collaborate closely with District Managers, store leadership teams, and corporate HR partners to deliver exceptional HR support.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience required
PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP certification preferred
Minimum of five years’ experience as an HR Business Partner or HR Generalist
Advanced knowledge of HR principles, practices, and employment law
Proven ability to coach leaders and influence organizational outcomes
Experience in retail or multi-unit environments strongly preferred
Strong business acumen and strategic thinking skills
Expertise in workforce planning, talent management, and succession planning
Excellent interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills
Ability to analyze data trends and translate insights into actionable strategies
A team-first attitude; while your core duties are your priority, you're happy to step in wherever you're needed.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
401(k) matching
Flexible work hours
Paid time off
Remote work options