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Firearms & Ammunition Sales Associates
Bass Pro Shops has outfitted sportsmen and women since 1972, and our new Outpost at Eastview Mall in Victor, NY is bringing that legacy to the Finger Lakes. Firearms & Ammunition Specialists hold one of the most trusted roles in the building, helping customers make confident, informed, by-the-book decisions. Join us as a founding member of the Victor team and help set the standard for how this department is run from opening day forward.
Departments You Could Call Home, Full Time & Part Time positions!

• Firearm Sales, guide customers to the right firearm for their needs
• Ammo Room, keep shelves stocked and customers prepared
• Used Firearms, evaluate trade-ins and give firearms a second life
• Gun Vault Specialist (GVS), safeguard our secure firearms inventory

Position Summary
The Firearms & Ammunition Specialist performs selling and customer service activities within the Firearms, Ammunition and Gun Vault departments, ensuring every transaction is handled with strict adherence to federal, state and local firearms laws and company policy, while providing a pleasant and productive shopping experience.
Essential Functions

• Supports a strong commitment to world class customer service in the Firearms, Ammo and Gun Vault departments.
• Demonstrates firearm features, safe handling and proper use to customers.
• Completes and maintains all required firearm transaction paperwork (including ATF Form 4473), coordinates NICS background checks, and maintains accurate bound-book / acquisition-disposition records.
• Evaluates, prices and processes used firearm trade-ins and purchases.
• Maintains secure custody and accurate inventory of firearms held in the Gun Vault.
• Replenishes and merchandises ammunition, firearms and related accessories per Merchandising guidelines.
• Remains Product "expert" through ongoing product knowledge and compliance training.
• Remains knowledgeable of advertised sales; maintains pricing and signing.
• Keeps work area clean, neat, secure and well stocked with supplies.
• Follows all Company Policies and Procedures, including firearms compliance procedures.
• Provides 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.
• ALL OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED

Experience / Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must possess a valid New York State pistol permit
• Minimum Degree Required: High School education or equivalent experience
• Must meet all remaining background-check and eligibility requirements to sell firearms and ammunition under federal and New York State law

Skills & Qualities You'll Bring

• Comfortable talking with customers and helping them make confident decisions
• Sharp attention to detail - you'll help us get compliance paperwork right every time
• A calm, professional demeanor in a highly regulated environment
• Basic math and point-of-sale skills

Physical Requirements

• Constantly on your feet, standing and walking the department
• Regularly lifts and handles firearms and cases of ammunition, up to 20 lbs regularly and 100+ lbs occasionally with a team lift
• Comfortable working in the compact, secure Gun Vault space
• Some exposure to noise

Independent Judgement
Performs tasks and duties under general supervision, using established legal and compliance procedures. Chooses from limited alternatives to resolve problems, escalating any compliance-sensitive decisions to management. Often makes recommendations to work procedures, policies, and practices.
Why You'll Love It Here
A job at Bass Pro Shops comes with real perks for your life outside of work:

• Health coverage for full-time employees medical, dental and vision plans, plus Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts to help your dollars go further

• Room to save 401(k) Retirement Savings with generous match so you can start planning for the future

• Time to recharge paid vacation and sick time

• A safety net the Bass Pro Cares Fund is there for outfitters when life throws a curveball

• Gear up for less generous discounts (up to 50%!) on retail merchandise, our restaurants, world-class resorts and conservation attractions

• Even more voluntary benefits and additional perks to round things out

Equal Opportunity
Bass Pro Shops is an equal opportunity employer. Hiring decisions are administered without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.
Reasonable Accommodations
Qualified individuals with known disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, please visit your nearest location or contact us at hrcompliance@basspro.com.
Starting Pay Rate: $19.00 - $21.75
Full Time Benefits Summary:
Enjoy discounts on retail merchandise, our restaurants, world-class resorts and conservation attractions!

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Account
• Voluntary benefits
• 401k Retirement Savings
• Paid holidays
• Paid vacation
• Paid sick time
• Bass Pro Cares Fund
• And more!

Bass Pro Shops is an equal opportunity employer. Hiring decisions are administered without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.
Reasonable Accommodations
Qualified individuals with known disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws.
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, please visit your nearest location or contact us at hrcompliance@basspro.com.
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