Firearms Specialist

Fleet Farm Careers•Brooklyn Park, MN

12d•Onsite

About The Position

The Firearms Specialist is the in-store expert for firearms and ammunition sales. The role serves customers by connecting with them, assessing their needs, recommending products, and encouraging sales. The specialist educates customers on firearm functionality and safe use, completes required firearm-sale paperwork, and supports product ordering and retail-floor operations. The position also requires compliance with applicable laws and company policies for firearm sales, storage, handling, and inventory.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED preferred.
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including days, nights, weekends, and holidays.
Must be at least 18 years old to handle or sell firearms.
Must be legally able to possess a firearm under the Gun Control Act, 18 USC 922(g).
Must pass a background check.
Must complete training on firearms sales and safety.
Must comply with applicable state, federal, and local laws and regulations concerning firearm sales, storage, and safe handling.

Nice To Haves

One to two years of previous firearm sales or related experience is preferred.
High school diploma or GED is preferred.

Responsibilities

Educate customers on firearm functionality, including breaking down firearms and explaining how their parts work together.
Teach and train customers to use firearms safely.
Communicate in a politically neutral manner when working and conversing with customers.
Complete all local, state, and federal paperwork required for firearm sales.
Assist customers with finding and ordering products.
Operate the Point of Sale and DNR licensing systems.
Provide information about sporting goods electronics, including GPS units, fish locators, and electronic navigational charts.
Build planograms in Sport & Outdoor and understand the retail-floor flow to help meet customer needs.
Receive merchandise and understand return and service policies.
Ensure federal, state, and local compliance to protect the store’s FFL and follow company policy on firearm handling and inventory.
Promote the Fleet Farm customer loyalty program, credit card, and other company initiatives.