Firearms Inventory Specialist

Allied Universal; Alexandria (VA); Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, basic life, A

AD&D, retirement plan

Eight paid holidays, vacation accrual

Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking a Firearms Inventory Specialist to oversee firearms issuance, retrieval, and storage across regions. The hybrid role will require travel between local branches and collaboration with Weapons Compliance Managers.

The position ensures ATF/state compliance, handles firearms acquisition and disposition paperwork, and supports training materials for branch personnel. Residency in Reston, Alexandria, or DC area is required.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent or five years of verifiable work history.
• Licensing requirements may be required prior to employment per state/local laws.
• Must possess, or be able to acquire, NRA Home Firearms Safety Course (4hrs) - Live, Instructor-Led certification.
• Prior work or educational experience involving care and maintenance of firearms.
• Minimum of two years of experience in a security business operations.
• Demonstrated highest adherence to ethics.
• Able to work and communicate with all levels of leadership.
• Demonstrated training ability.
• Effective oral and written communication skills; interpersonal and networking skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and/or Google Applications.
• Problem solving and active listening skills.
• Ability to synthesize facts, concepts, principles; identify critical issues quickly and accurately.

Responsibilities

• Ensure firearms ATF compliance processes adhere to Federal, State and Local laws; coordinate detailed inspections.
• Support compliance questions related to firearm acquisition, disposition, and transfer.
• Perform administrative duties and oversee electronic systems for transfer paperwork.
• Assist with regulatory and Law Enforcement-related firearms investigations.
• Provide guidance on risk mitigation for licensed locations.
• Stay current with firearms-related laws and regulations.
• Develop and implement internal auditing processes for branches.
• Provide expert recommendations and guidance materials to resolve deficiencies.
• Contribute to training materials for branch personnel.

Skills

Effective communication

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Able to work with leadership

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

NRA Home Firearms Safety Course (4hrs)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Applications

Job description

Firearms Inventory Specialist

Job Locations

US-VA-Reston | US-VA-Alexandria | US-DC-Washington

Overview

Allied Universal, North America's leading security and facility services company, offers rewarding careers that provide you a sense of purpose. While working in a dynamic, welcoming, and collaborative workplace, you will be part of a team that contributes to a culture that positively impacts the communities and customers we serve.

Job Description

Allied Universal is hiring a Firearms Inventory Specialist. The Firearms Inventory Specialist is a strategic resource overseeing firearms issuance, retrieval, and storage across all region(s). This hybrid position will require travel between local branches. Supporting the Weapons Compliance Managers, the Firearms Inventory Specialist helps ensure proper and timely transactions of firearms, compliance, operations, ATF, and state regulatory compliance standards for all guard service region(s). This will include Allied Universal's procedures, all aspects of firearm acquisition and disposition, sale, transfer, distribution and purchase of regulated firearms, safe handling of firearms, licensing, and registration.

Salary Range-$48,000-$55,000

Candidates must currently reside in the Reston, Alexandria or Washington DC areas and have experience working with firearms

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensure firearms ATF compliance processes and procedures are in adherence to Federal, State and Local Laws, ordinances, and regulations through coordinating detailed compliance inspections; analyze results of Federal (ATF F 4473, 3310.4, 3310.12, 3310.6, 3310.11) and state required paperwork, and internal documents to determine licensed facilities standing
• Support compliance program as a trusted resource for questions related to proper firearm acquisition, disposition, and transfer related scenarios
• Perform administrative duties and oversight of electronic systems supporting the acquisition and disposition and electronic ATF / state required forms related to transfer of firearms
• Assist with any regulatory and Law Enforcement-related internal or external firearms investigation
• Assist in providing guidance and consultation on risk mitigation and support for licensed locations
• Contribute to overall firearms regulatory compliance by staying current with Federal, state, and local laws and regulations
• Develop and implement internal auditing process for branches within their scope; work with branch leadership to develop processes to stay compliant
• Provide expert recommendations and develop guidance materials/processes to resolve deficiencies; strategize with stakeholders to come up with best practices and stay atop firearms compliance expectations
• Provide expertise and advice in the development of training and guidance materials for branch personnel

QUALIFICATIONS (MUST HAVE)

• Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent or five (5) years of verifiable work history
• Licensing requirements are subject to state and/or local laws and regulations and may be required prior to employment
• Must possess, or be able to acquire, NRA Home Firearms Safety Course (4hrs) - Live, Instructor-Led certification
• Prior work or educational experience involving the care and maintenance of firearms
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience in a security business operations
• Demonstrated highest adherence to ethics
• Able to work and communicate effectively with all levels of leadership
• Demonstrated training ability
• Effective oral and written communication skills; interpersonal and networking skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and/or Google Applications
• Problem solving and active listening skills
• Ability to synthesize facts, concepts, principles; identify critical issues quickly and accurately
• Research and investigative skills; able to effectively compile, sort, and interpret data
• Write informatively, clearly, and accurately
• Attention to detail

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (NICE TO HAVE)

• Prior military experience
• Prior law enforcement experienceInventory management experience
• Certification in one or more of the following:
  • Armorer for major firearms manufacturer(s) (e.g., Glock, S&W, Sig Sauer, FN, Remington, Mossberg, etc.)
  • National Rifle Association Basic Pistol
  • National Rifle Association Personal Protection
  • National Rifle Association Range Safety Officer

BENEFITS

• Medical, dental, vision, basic life, AD&D, retirement plan and disability insurance
• Eight paid holidays annually, five sick days, and four personal days
• Vacation time offered at an accrual rate of 3.08 hours biweekly; unused vacation is only paid out where required by law

Closing

Allied Universal is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or relationship/association with a protected veteran, or any other basis or characteristic protected by law. For more information: www.aus.com