Firearms Sales Specialist: Customer-Driven Safety

Rural King; Hamilton (OH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and paid holidays

401(k) with company match

Associate discounts

Training and professional development

Career opportunities with internal\n 5

Job summary

Rural King is seeking a Firearms Sales Associate to provide knowledgeable customer service and assist with firearms, ammunition, accessories, and related products in a fast-paced retail setting.

Candidates should have firearms product knowledge, strong communication and attention to detail, and the ability to follow federal, state, and local laws. The role offers comprehensive training, competitive pay, benefits, and opportunities for advancement within Rural King.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous firearms sales or related experience preferred.
• Knowledge of firearms, ammunition, accessories, safety practices, and applicable laws and regulations.
• Strong customer service, communication, and active listening skills.
• Ability to accurately complete transactions, documentation, and other detail-oriented tasks.
• Ability to use POS systems, computers, and retail technology.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced retail environment.
• Demonstrated integrity, professionalism, confidentiality, and commitment to safety.
• Ability to complete required firearms compliance training.

Responsibilities

• Greet customers and identify their needs, preferences, and budget.
• Provide knowledgeable, unbiased product information and recommendations.
• Assist customers with firearms, ammunition, accessories, and related products.
• Process sales, special orders, returns, payments, and required documentation accurately through the POS system.
• Support sales through promotions, upselling, cross-selling, RK Firearms Plus Protection Plan, and loyalty program awareness.
• Follow all federal, state, and local laws and regulations related to firearms sales and transfers.
• Follow the Firearms SOP and complete required compliance training.
• Maintain accurate records and protect confidential customer information.
• Promote safe and responsible practices and elevate compliance concerns to leadership.
• Maintain clean, organized, accurately priced, and visually appealing firearms displays.
• Support inventory accuracy, signage, zoning, and sales floor presentation.
• Stay current on firearms products, industry developments, and company training.
• Participate in cross-training and perform other duties as assigned.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous firearms sales, sporting goods, retail, or related experience preferred.
• Knowledge of firearms, ammunition, accessories, safety practices, and applicable laws and regulations.
• Strong customer service, communication, and active listening skills.
• Ability to accurately complete transactions, documentation, and other detail-oriented tasks.
• Ability to use POS systems, computers, and retail technology.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced retail environment.
• Demonstrated integrity, professionalism, confidentiality, and commitment to safety.
• Ability to complete required firearms compliance training.

Skills

Firearms knowledge

Customer service

Communication

Attention to detail

POS systems

Sales experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

POS system

Job description

Rural King is seeking a Firearms Sales Associate to provide knowledgeable customer service and assist with firearms, ammunition, accessories, and related products in a fast-paced retail setting.

Candidates should have firearms product knowledge, strong communication and attention to detail, and the ability to follow federal, state, and local laws. The role offers comprehensive training, competitive pay, benefits, and opportunities for advancement within Rural King.