Bass Pro Shops · 1 day ago
Gun Vault Specialist, Part Time
Bridgeport, CT
Part-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expBass Pro Shops is a renowned retail company specializing in outdoor recreation products, and they are seeking a Gun Vault Specialist. This role is responsible for the backroom maintenance of firearms, ensuring compliance with regulations, conducting audits, and providing exceptional customer service in the firearms department.
E-CommerceHuntingRetail
Responsibilities
Physically and systematically receives/acquires incoming firearms and using ARMS systems by close of business each day. Verifies gun accuracy to /from steel of gun to box, to receiving documents and manifests
Disposes firearms shipped/transferred to licensed dealers, or stores, and for verifying disposition data fed from the Electronic 4473 to ARMS by close of business each day
Conducts monthly firearms Audit
Ensures proper completion of ATF required forms, applicable state forms necessary for background checks, certifying and screening all potential firearm transfers for legality of the sale, complying with waiting periods or other possible state requirements, and preventing possible straw purchases
Participates in ongoing training including, but not limited to firearms and shooting product information, diverse shooting discipline awareness, systems training, compliance related training, and selling skills/techniques
Ensures all firearms are acquired and disposed safely utilizing company protocols, proper and error free completion of all company forms properly storing/locating, cleaning and preparation of firearms for retail sale, working replenishment of firearms to the sales floor, properly packaging and shipping firearms in accordance with federal/state laws and company policy, safely checking/clearing firearms received by customers or via shipment, as well as mounting accessories/optics to firearms
Keeps work area clean, neat and well stocked with supplies
Supports a strong commitment to world class customer service and ensures a pleasant and productive shopping experience for all customers. Providing a legendary experience for every customer, every time by assisting customers in making buying decisions by:
Identifying and evaluating customers’ needs
Making product recommendations based off of this analysis
Promoting programs including, but not limited to CLUB membership, VOC and IN Store Pick up
Demonstrates product to customers
Organizes and maintains firearms within the retail Store for Sales at Gun Counter, Fine Gun Room/Gun Library, and Gun Vault
Assures visual standards are met by up-keep and maintenance to include but not limited to, restocking, remerchandising, cleaning fixtures. Responsible for maintaining cleanliness standards within the department and back room including attention to proper facing of firearms tags and performing opening and closing duties
Sets and maintains all ads related to firearms
Remains knowledgeable of advertised sales; maintain pricing and signing
Replenishes product on shelves as required per merchandising guidelines
Assists with Seasonal Floor merchandise moves
Responds to all ATF, or State Firearm Trace Request promptly
Assists with training of store outfitters as requested by the GM or Ops Support Reg. Mgr
Remains product 'expert' through ongoing product knowledge training
Follows all company policies and procedures and all other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
High School Diploma or Equivalent
2 to 4 years of experience in Retail
Must be 21 years of age or older
Must be able to legally own and possess Firearms under Federal and State Law
Ability to understand, recall, and follow complex compliance regulations and to work with highly confidential information
Customer Service and Sales of Firearms and Other Hunting Merchandise
4473 & State Paperwork Completion
GCA
ARMS, Acquisitions, and Dispositions of Firearms
Knowledge in Firearms, and Ammunition
Knowledge of Firearms and Ammunition ATF and STATE Regulations
Knowledge and experience in Inventory Control
Safely Handle Firearms
Understanding of Retail and Computer Knowledge
Ability to Handle and stock Merchandise
Regularly walks, stands, lifts up to 50lbs, and/or performs computer work
Seldom/never sits
Benefits
Enjoy discounts on retail merchandise, our restaurants, world-class resorts and conservation attractions!
Dental
Vision
Voluntary benefits
401k Retirement Savings
Paid holidays
Paid vacation
Bass Pro Cares Fund
And more!
Company
Bass Pro Shops
Your Adventure Starts Here! Find gear for Fishing, Boating, Hunting, Camping, and much more at Bass Pro Shops. It is a sub-organization of Great American Outdoors Group.
10001+ employees
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Funding
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