Firearms Sales Associate

LEGION ARMS; West Mifflin (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

LEGION ARMS in West Mifflin, PA is seeking a Firearms Sales Associate to assist customers with selecting firearms, ammunition, and accessories while ensuring a safe buying experience. The role involves greeting customers, understanding their needs, explaining product features, and processing sales in compliance with regulations.

The position requires attention to detail, strong customer service skills, and the ability to follow federal, state, and local firearms laws.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of firearms, ammunition, and related accessories, including safe handling practices.
• Customer service and sales skills with clear communication and active listening.
• Attention to detail and organizational skills for handling documentation and compliance.
• Comfort working in a regulated retail environment and following firearms laws.
• Basic computer and POS skills for processing transactions and accessing product information.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift/store merchandise safely.
• Experience in retail, firearms, military, law enforcement, or security is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Greet customers, assess needs, explain product features, and process sales transactions.
• Complete and review required documentation and support background checks.
• Maintain secure, organized merchandise displays and stock areas.
• Perform inventory checks, basic cleaning, and stocking of the sales floor.
• Uphold store policies, safety standards, and compliance requirements.

Skills

Firearms knowledge

Customer service

Attention to detail

Regulatory compliance

POS skills

Physical stamina

Relevant experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Company Description LEGION ARMS is a firearms and accessories retailer in West Mifflin, PA. The company focuses on providing quality firearms, ammunition, and related gear to responsible owners, enthusiasts, and professionals. LEGION ARMS emphasizes product knowledge, safety, and compliance with all applicable laws and regulations. Team members are encouraged to deliver informed guidance and respectful service to a diverse customer base. The company values integrity, accountability, and a strong commitment to lawful and responsible firearm ownership.

Role Description The Firearms Sales Associate is a full-time, on-site role based in West Mifflin, PA. This role involves assisting customers with selecting firearms, ammunition, and accessories, while providing accurate product information and ensuring a safe, respectful buying experience. Day-to-day tasks include greeting customers, understanding their needs, explaining product features, and processing sales transactions in accordance with federal, state, and local firearms regulations. The associate will complete and review required documentation, support background check procedures, and maintain secure, organized merchandise displays. Additional responsibilities include inventory checks, basic cleaning and stocking of the sales floor, and collaborating with the team to uphold store policies, safety standards, and compliance requirements.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of firearms, ammunition, and related accessories, including safe handling practices and basic technical understanding.
• Customer service and sales skills, with the ability to communicate clearly, listen actively, and guide customers through purchase decisions.
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills for handling documentation, background checks, and compliance with firearms laws and store procedures.
• Comfort working in a regulated retail environment, with the ability to learn and follow federal, state, and local firearms regulations.
• Basic computer and point-of-sale (POS) skills for processing transactions, maintaining records, and accessing product information.
• Ability to stand for extended periods, lift and handle merchandise safely, and maintain a professional appearance and demeanor.
• Prior retail, firearms, military, law enforcement, or security experience is beneficial but not required.
• High school diploma or equivalent; ability to meet all legal requirements for working in a firearms retail environment.