Firearms Compliance Specialist

FirstCash; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

FirstCash is seeking a Firearm Inventory Auditor to join our Firearms Department across our retail stores nationwide. You will verify inventories at stores with Federal Firearms Licenses, ensuring compliance with internal policies and Federal regulations, and report discrepancies found during audits.

The role requires travel to various stores, adherence to ATF rules, and strong attention to detail. A background check and ATF-related responsibilities are part of the job, with emphasis on accuracy

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 21 years of age.
• Valid Driver’s License and current auto insurance.
• Reliable transportation and ability to meet 75% travel requirement; locally and nationally by air as needed.
• Willing to become ATF listed Responsible Person and pass a background check.
• Background check required.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Excellent work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Audit firearm records (ATF Form 4473) and Acquisition & Disposition Records to ensure compliance.
• Verify firearms inventories and report discrepancies.
• Document and report suspicious purchases, trafficking or straw purchases.
• Prepare Firearm Inventory Audit reports.
• Complete assigned training and perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Independence

Team orientation

Education

High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent

Tools

Computer literacy

Job description

Description

• The Firearm Inventory Auditor is a position within our Firearms Department in various locations nationwide. The current opening will provide coverage in our Retail Stores.
• The Firearms Inventory Auditor works 100% of the time at our stores that hold Federal Firearms Licenses. As a Firearms Inventory Auditor you are responsible for verifying firearms inventories, ensuring compliance with established internal policies and Federal Firearm Regulations. You will document and report discrepancies revealed from examining records and inventories, suspicious purchases or potential trafficking and straw purchases. A working knowledge of firearms and Federal Firearm Regulations is an asset to this position.

Description

• The Firearm Inventory Auditor is a position within our Firearms Department in various locations nationwide. The current opening will provide coverage in our Retail Stores.
• The Firearms Inventory Auditor works 100% of the time at our stores that hold Federal Firearms Licenses. As a Firearms Inventory Auditor you are responsible for verifying firearms inventories, ensuring compliance with established internal policies and Federal Firearm Regulations. You will document and report discrepancies revealed from examining records and inventories, suspicious purchases or potential trafficking and straw purchases. A working knowledge of firearms and Federal Firearm Regulations is an asset to this position.

What Makes a FirstCash Firearms Retail Auditor:

• The Firearm Inventory Auditor is a position within our Firearms Department in various locations nationwide. The current opening will provide coverage in our Retail Stores.
• The Firearms Inventory Auditor works 100% of the time at our stores that hold Federal Firearms Licenses. As a Firearms Inventory Auditor you are responsible for verifying firearms inventories, ensuring compliance with established internal policies and Federal Firearm Regulations. You will document and report discrepancies revealed from examining records and inventories, suspicious purchases or potential trafficking and straw purchases. A working knowledge of firearms and Federal Firearm Regulations is an asset to this position.

Essential Job Duties:

(This is a representative list of the general duties the position may be asked to perform and is not all-inclusive.)

• Communicates effectively with fellow coworkers and managers, displaying respect and using effective communication tools.
• Audit firearm records (ATF Form 4473), Acquisition & Disposition Records and internal operational records to ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, policies and procedures.
• Makes necessary/allowed corrections/edits based on the findings of the Firearm Audit.
• Prepares Firearm Inventory Audit reports containing all required information and corrections.
• Successfully completes assigned training.
• Other related duties, as assigned

Minimum Requirements & Qualifications:

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent experience
• Minimum 21 years of age
• Valid Driver’s License and current auto insurance
• Reliable transportation, and ability to meet 75% travel requirement; locally, and nationally by air as needed
• Must be willing and able to become a listed Responsible Person with ATF, to include passing a Federal
• Background check
• Strong desire to work with people, team oriented.
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to perform basic math calculations proficiently
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
• Strong communication skills including verbal, non-verbal and active listening
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Excellent work ethic
• Computer literate and able to operate common office machines.

Bonus Skills:

• Prior experience with the ATF
• Bilingual skills (Spanish)

Physical Requirements:

• Standing – Frequently throughout the Firearms Inventory Audits.
• Sitting – Occasionally throughout the inventory audits in order to complete the Firearm Audit.
• Bending – Frequently bending in all directions, subject to proper bending techniques.
• Reaching – Frequently as necessary to complete the firearm inventory verification.
• Walking – Frequently within the store.
• Climbing – Frequently to access elevated storage locations.
• Stooping – Frequently.
• Kneeling – Occasionally.
• Lifting/Carrying – Due to the nature of the pawn industry and the wide variety of firearms encountered, you will be lifting and carrying firearms and firearms in cases. The frequency of these lifts and the weight of the items handled will also vary. Employees may not lift or carry products or materials above the employee’s safe lifting and carrying amounts, or above any medical restriction. The maximum weight one person will handle ranges from 50-70 pounds. Employees must be capable of lifting 50 pounds.
• Tool Usage – No tools are used on a regular or routine basis during a normal workday.

Definitions:

Occasional = 20% of time or less

Frequent = 20-75% of the time

Continuous = 75% of the time or more

Note: The information contained in this description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of this job or the skills and abilities required to do the job. Management has the discretion to assign/reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Duties and responsibilities may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons.

FirstCash Holdings, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer

FirstCash Holdings, Inc. is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with this commitment, FirstCash will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodation. Accordingly, if a reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process; to perform the essential functions of the job; and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Human Resources [e-mail] [phone] Ext. 1