Retail Used Firearms Outfitter- Part Time
Bass Pro Shops · Dundee, MI · 3 wk ago
Business DevelopmentPart-time
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. This role processes firearms transactions in compliance with internal policies, procedures, and applicable laws, including initiating 4473 forms and conducting final checks 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.
- Handling applicable state forms for background checks.
- Certifying and screening transfers for legality, including compliance with waiting periods and straw purchase prevention.
- 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.
- Participates in ongoing training, including firearms knowledge, compliance, and selling techniques.
- Assists customers in making buying decisions by identifying needs and recommending products.
- Handles customer issues using judgment and problem-solving 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.
- Ability to safely handle firearms.
- Knowledge of purchasing firearms through industry experience or collecting.
- Understanding of retail operations and basic computer skills.
- Familiarity with current firearms models.
- Ability to appraise and determine marketable value of used firearms.
- Strong work ethic and multitasking ability.
Physical Requirements
- Constantly stand and/or walk during shift.
- Constantly communicate with others to exchange information.
- Constantly repeat 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: constantly lift and move objects up to 20 pounds; occasionally lift and move objects up to 50 pounds (team lift may be required).
Travel
Local travel may be required to purchase used firearms outside the store.
Independent Judgment
Performs tasks under general supervision using established procedures and innovation. Makes recommendations for work procedures, policies, and practices. Occasional independent judgment is required to resolve problems.
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.