Dick’s Sporting Goods just announced it will be hiring 70 full-time, part-time and temporary associates for its new store in Hinesville.

 The store will be opening in March at the new Oglethorpe Square shopping center on Highway 84.

 Here’s the press release:

 “DICK’S Sporting Goods (NYSE: DKS), the largest U.S.-based, full-line omni-channel sporting goods retailer, has announced it is now hiring approximately 70 full-time, part-time and temporary associate positions for a new DICK’S Sporting Goods opening soon in Hinesville, Georgia. 

“DICK’S is looking for exceptional applicants, passionate about sports or the outdoors, to join the team at the new Oglethorpe Square location (863 Oglethorpe Hwy.). 

“The new location is expected to open in March of 2017 and will feature athletic and outdoor apparel, footwear and the latest gear for team sports, fitness, camping, hunting and fishing. This new store will be the third DICK’S to open in the Savannah, GA area and the first in Hinesville. 

“Ideal candidates will draw on their personal experiences and in-depth knowledge to guide, inform, equip and inspire our customers. Associates will benefit from competitive pay, store discounts and the opportunity to work with the best sports and outdoor brands.

 “To celebrate the opening of the new store in Hinesville, DICK’S will host a three-day Grand Opening Celebration with a variety of giveaways and special appearances in-store. Additional details on the Grand Opening festivities will be available in the coming weeks.

Visit dickssportinggoods.jobs to learn more about joining the DICK’S Sporting Goods team.”