Retail Used Firearms Associate

Bass Pro Shops•Thornton, CO

About The Position

The Retail Used Firearms Associate evaluates and purchases used firearms, records acquired firearms in the bound book, and ensures customers are paid properly. The role provides customer service by greeting and consulting with customers, helping them find merchandise, and supporting their purchasing decisions. It processes firearm transactions efficiently in compliance with company policies and applicable laws. The associate initiates Form 4473 with customers and completes a final review of applicable company, state, and federal forms before a firearm is transferred to a customer. The position also maintains department and back-room standards, supports merchandising and housekeeping, participates in ongoing product, systems, compliance, and sales training, and may travel locally to purchase used firearms outside the store. Work is performed under general supervision using established procedures, with occasional independent judgment.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent experience.
2 to 4 years of experience.
Must be 21 years of age.
Ability to safely handle firearms.
Knowledge of purchasing firearms through work in the firearms industry or firearms collecting.
Good understanding of retail and knowledge of computers.
Background in current firearms models.
Ability to appraise used firearms and know their marketable value.
Strong work ethic and ability to multitask.

Responsibilities

Evaluate, appraise, and purchase used firearms using firearms knowledge and available resources.
Acquire firearms in compliance with ATF, state, and local laws and regulations, as well as company policies.
Complete required ATF, state, and company forms accurately, screen potential transfers for legality, and comply with waiting periods and other applicable requirements.
Initiate Form 4473 with customers and conduct the final check of applicable forms before firearm transfers.
Ensure customers are paid properly for purchased firearms.
Maintain visual standards through restocking, remerchandising, cleaning fixtures, and general housekeeping.
Maintain department and back-room standards, including proper firearm tag facing and opening and closing duties.
Participate in ongoing training on firearms and shooting products, shooting disciplines, systems, compliance, and selling skills.
Assist customers with buying decisions by identifying and evaluating their needs and recommending products.
Handle customer issues using sound judgment and problem-solving within the scope of the job.
Communicate the benefits of company programs to customers.
Travel locally to purchase used firearms outside the store.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Discounts on retail merchandise, restaurants, resorts, and conservation attractions.
Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
Health Savings Account.
Flexible Spending Account.
Voluntary benefits.
401(k) retirement savings.
Paid holidays.
Paid vacation.
Paid sick time.
Bass Pro Cares Fund.