Director, Network Engineering

At DICK’S Sporting Goods , we believe in how positively sports can change lives. On our team, everyone plays a critical role in creating confidence and excitement by personally equipping all athletes to achieve their dreams. We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce, reflecting the communities we serve.

If you are ready to make a difference as part of the world’s greatest sports team, apply to join our team today!

OVERVIEW:

Role Responsibilities:

Data-driven Product and Service Improvement

Lead execution and create the capability for proactively exploring ideas on how

to improve digital products/services and user experiences over the long term for

a product.

Digital Strategy/Transformational Projects Execution

Begin to lead execution of digital road map, establishing and managing business

processes, programs, and initiatives, resource allocation, Key Performance

Indicators (KPIs), and governance activities.

Digital Talent Development

Execute strategy to grow digital talent, ensuring the company delivers on its

value proposition for digital talent through its talent development and employee

experience plans.

Digital Vision and Strategy

Contribute to the development of the digital road map and key strategic

enablers, designing the workflow and business processes that allow new

applications, products, and services to be rolled out quickly while ensuring that

legacy applications and technology operations are maintained at optimal levels.

Project Management

Manage a portfolio of major projects in line with overall project management

strategy.

Quality

Begins to play a role in the development of quality procedures and standards by

certifying technological processes, qualifying products and supervising tests.

Budgeting

Drive, develop and/or deliver budget plans with guidance from senior

teammates.

Information Security

Lead in detecting and analyzing cybersecurity incidents including attacks,

breaches, and identified vulnerabilities and remediate any security gaps in line

with the security incident management procedure.

Leadership and Direction

Identify and communicate the actions needed to implement the function's

strategy and business plan within the business area or department; explain the

relationship to the broader organization's mission, vision and values; motivate

people to commit to these and to doing extraordinary things to achieve local

business goals.

Organizational Capability Building

Evaluate the capabilities of staff within the department to identify gaps and

prioritize development activities. Implement the organization's formal

development frameworks within the area of responsibility. Coach and mentor

others to support the development of the organization's talent pool.

Performance Management

Manage and report on the performance of a substantial, diverse team; set

appropriate performance objectives for direct reports or project / account team

members and hold them accountable for achieving these; take appropriate

corrective action where necessary to ensure the achievement of team / personal

objectives.

Program/Portfolio Management Support

Manage a portfolio of major programs in line with overall program management

strategy, leveraging assigned product management team processes and

protocols.

Decision Quality

Makes good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward. For

example, ensures that people's decisions comply with policies and standards.

Integrates analysis, experience, and other inputs to make effective decisions.

Accepts workable decisions and also seeks better alternatives.

Strategic Mindset

Sees ahead to future possibilities and translates them into breakthrough

strategies. For example, provides a clear picture of the organization's vision and

strategy and what the team needs to do to realize them. Develops longer-term

strategies that capitalize on the organization's distinct capabilities and emerging

trends in the market.

Drives Engagement

Creates a climate where people are motivated to do their best to help the

organization achieve its objectives. For example, shares insight into the purpose

of the work, involves others appropriately and gives them credit for their

contributions. Praises the successes of others.

Customer Focus

Builds strong customer relationships and delivers customer-centric solutions. For

example, solicits customer feedback and data; conveys a clear understanding of

the level of service the team is providing; takes action when standards are not met by team; aligns business process with customer needs.

Collaborates

Builds partnerships and works collaboratively with others to meet shared

objectives. For example, enlists a range of stakeholders to add value; ensures

they are well informed and surprises are avoided. Confronts and challenges "us

vs. them"; shows strong appreciation for others' efforts toward shared goals.

Action Oriented

Takes on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high

energy, and enthusiasm. For example, takes immediate, decisive, independent

action to resolve issues or problems. Persists as needed. Quickly and

consistently identifies and pursues beneficial new opportunities.

Builds Effective Teams

Builds strong-identity teams that apply their diverse skills and perspectives to

achieve common goals. For example, connects with others on team projects and

leverages their strengths and knowledge to deliver the best possible results.

Champions the decisions of the team and operates in a way that builds team

spirit.

Courage

Steps up to address difficult issues, saying what needs to be said. For example,

readily shares own ideas and opinions on controversial topics; is comfortable

with open debate and constructive criticism. Demonstrates clear conviction in

adversity; persists courageously in difficult circumstances.

Develops Talent

Develops people to meet both their career goals and the organization's goals.

For example, consistently shares ideas, insight, and best practices to help

people reach their development goals and achieve optimal results. Shares

targeted feedback in a prompt, constructive, and encouraging manner.

Instills Trust

Gains the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and

authenticity. For example, is consistently honest and straightforward; shares

uncomfortable information in a clear and helpful manner. Maintains high ethical

standards and professional codes of conduct.

Tech Savvy

Anticipates and adopts innovations in business-building digital and technology

applications. For example, is an early adopter of new technologies, technical

skills, and capabilities that improve performance. Regularly experiments with

and leverages technologies and tools to substantially improve performance.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Master's Degree or Equivalent Level Preferred

10 to 15+ years experience

• •3 to 6 years experience of planning and managing resources to deliver predetermined
• objectives as specified by more senior managers

VIRTUAL REQUIREMENTS:

At DICK’S, we thrive on innovation and authenticity. That said, to protect the integrity and security of our hiring process, we ask that candidates do not use AI tools (like ChatGPT or others) during interviews or assessments.

To ensure a smooth and secure experience, please note the following:

Cameras must be on during all virtual interviews.

AI tools are not permitted to be used by the candidate during any part of the interview process.