Retail Used Firearms Outfitter

Bass Pro Shops • Sayreville, NJ

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About The Position

The Retail Used Firearms Outfitter evaluates and purchases used firearms, records acquired firearms in the bound book, and ensures customers receive proper payment. The role provides customer service by greeting and consulting with customers, helping them find merchandise, and supporting buying decisions. It processes firearm transactions in accordance with company policies, procedures, and applicable law; initiates Form 4473 with customers; and conducts the final review of applicable company, state, and federal forms before transferring a firearm to a customer. The position also maintains department and back-room standards, participates in ongoing training, and may travel locally to purchase used firearms outside the store. The role performs duties 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 old.
• Ability to safely handle firearms.
• Knowledge of purchasing firearms through work in the firearms industry or collecting firearms.
• 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 meet the physical requirements, including standing and walking throughout the shift, frequent communication and repetitive hand and wrist motions, and lifting or moving objects up to 20 pounds constantly and up to 50 pounds or more occasionally with 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 and regulations, as well as company policies.
• Complete required ATF, state, company, and other applicable forms accurately; screen potential firearm transfers for legality and comply with waiting periods and other state requirements, including requirements related to straw purchases.
• Initiate Form 4473 with customers and conduct the final check of applicable forms before transferring a firearm to a customer.
• Ensure customers receive proper payment for purchased firearms.
• Provide customer service by greeting and consulting with customers, identifying and evaluating their needs, and recommending products to support buying decisions.
• Respond to customer issues using judgment and logic to solve problems and make decisions within the job scope.
• Communicate the benefits of company programs to customers.
• 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 covering firearms and shooting products, shooting disciplines, systems, compliance, and sales skills and techniques.
• Travel locally to purchase used firearms outside the store.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Discounts on retail merchandise, restaurants, resorts, and conservation attractions
• Dental benefits
• Vision benefits
• Voluntary benefits
• 401(k) retirement savings
• Paid holidays
• Paid vacation
• Bass Pro Cares Fund

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED