Retail Used Firearms Associate

Bass Pro Shops • Woodbury, MN

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About The Position

The Retail Used Firearms Associate evaluates and purchases used firearms, acquires them into the bound book, and ensures customers are paid properly. The role delivers customer service by greeting and assisting customers, identifying their needs, and recommending merchandise. It also processes firearm transactions efficiently and in accordance with internal policies, procedures, and applicable laws. The associate initiates 4473 forms and performs the final check of company, state, and federal forms before transferring a firearm to a customer.

The position maintains department and back-room standards through restocking, remerchandising, cleaning, housekeeping, properly facing firearm tags, and completing opening and closing duties. The associate participates in continuing training on firearms and shooting products, shooting disciplines, systems, compliance, and selling techniques. Local travel to purchase used firearms outside the store may be required. The role is performed under general supervision using established procedures and occasional independent judgment.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent experience.
• Two to four years of experience.
• Must be at least 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.
• Knowledge of current firearms models.
• Ability to appraise used firearms and determine their marketable value.
• Strong work ethic and ability to multitask.
• Ability to stand and/or walk throughout the shift; communicate with others; and perform repetitive wrist, hand, or finger motions.
• Ability to assess the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of assigned work.
• Ability to occasionally operate machinery or power tools and use ladders, stairs, or step stools.
• Ability to work occasionally in noisy environments.
• Ability to constantly lift and move objects up to 20 pounds and occasionally lift or move objects weighing 50 pounds or more, using a team lift as needed.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, appraise, and purchase used firearms using firearms knowledge and available resources.
• Acquire firearms legally and in accordance with ATF, state, and local laws, regulations, and company policies.
• Complete required ATF and state forms, screen potential transfers for legality, comply with waiting periods and other state requirements, identify straw purchases, and complete company forms accurately.
• Initiate 4473 forms and perform the final review of applicable forms before firearm transfers to customers.
• Ensure customers receive proper payment for purchased firearms.
• Assist customers with buying decisions by identifying and evaluating their needs and recommending products.
• Respond to customer issues and resolve problems using sound judgment and logic within the scope of the role.
• Communicate the benefits of company programs to customers.
• Maintain department visual standards through restocking, remerchandising, cleaning fixtures, and general housekeeping.
• Maintain department and back-room standards, including properly facing firearm tags and performing opening and closing duties.
• Participate in training on firearms and shooting products, shooting disciplines, systems, compliance, and selling skills.
• Travel locally to purchase used firearms outside the store when needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED