Retail Used Firearms Outfitter

About the role

The Retail Used Firearms Outfitter evaluates and purchases used firearms, ensures proper acquisition into the bound book, and provides legendary customer service by assisting customers in finding merchandise and making buying decisions. This role processes firearms transactions in compliance with internal policies, procedures, and applicable laws, including initiating 4473 forms and conducting final checks of company, state, and federal forms before firearm transfers.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates, appraises, and purchases used firearms using expertise and resources.
• Acquires firearms legally in accordance with ATF, state, and local laws, including:
  • Completing ATF-required forms and applicable state forms for background checks.
  • Certifying and screening firearm transfers for legality, including compliance with waiting periods and straw purchase regulations.
  • Ensuring error-free completion of all company forms.
• Maintains visual and operational standards, including restocking, remerchandising, cleaning, and general housekeeping.
• Performs opening and closing duties, ensuring proper facing of firearms tags and department organization.
• Participates in ongoing training, including firearms product information, compliance, and selling skills.
• Assists customers in making buying decisions by identifying needs and providing product recommendations.
• Handles customer issues using good judgment and problem-solving skills within job scope.
• Communicates benefits of company programs to customers.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent experience.
• 2 to 4 years of relevant experience.
• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• Ability to safely handle firearms.
• Knowledge of purchasing firearms through industry experience or collecting.
• Good understanding of retail operations and basic computer skills.
• Familiarity with current firearms models.
• Ability to appraise and determine the marketable value of used firearms.
• Strong work ethic and multitasking abilities.

Physical Requirements

• Constantly stand and/or walk during shifts.
• Constantly communicate with others to exchange information.
• Constantly perform repetitive motions involving wrists, hands, and/or fingers.
• Constantly assess accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of work.
• Occasionally operate machinery and/or power tools.
• Occasionally ascend or descend ladders, stairs, or step stools.
• Occasionally work in noisy environments.
• Light work involving lifting and moving objects up to 20 pounds; occasionally lift up to 50 pounds or more with assistance.

Benefits

• Discounts on retail merchandise, restaurants, world-class resorts, and conservation attractions.
• Dental and vision coverage.
• Voluntary benefits.
• 401k Retirement Savings Plan.
• Paid holidays and vacation.
• Bass Pro Cares Fund.