Sales Associate (Part-Time) - Sporting Goods - Washington, IL

Runnings; Washington (IL); On-site; USD 20,664 - 22,041; Part time

Job summary

A leading retail company in Washington, IL, is seeking a Part-Time Sales Associate to enhance customer experience in the store. The role involves greeting customers, assisting with inquiries, managing transactions, and maintaining merchandise organization. Ideal candidates should have a High School Diploma or GED and preference for firearm knowledge. This position requires physical strength, flexibility, and teamwork within a retail environment. Competitive pay ranging from $15.00 to $16.00 depending on experience is offered.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Knowledge of firearms and FFL requirements is strongly preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds frequently.

Responsibilities

• Assist customers throughout the retail store with excellent service.
• Handle customer transactions with accuracy.
• Stock merchandise and assist in store organization.
• Participate in cycle counts.

Skills

Customer service

Cash handling

Knowledge of firearms

Teamwork

Physical stamina

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Cash register

Computer

Job description

Sales Associate (Part-Time) - Sporting Goods - Washington, IL

Job Category: Retail Sales

Requisition Number: SALES006138

• Posted : February 19, 2026
• Part-Time

Locations

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70 Cherry Tree Shopping Center
Washington, IL 61571, USA

Description

The Sales Associate is responsible to assist customers throughout the retail store. The primary function of the Sales Associate is to provide excellent customer service. This may include greeting customers in the store, cashier responsibilities, answering product related questions, product assembly, general housekeeping, and other duties as assigned by manager. The Sporting Goods Sales Associate should have knowledge of firearms and be able to accurately complete all required FFL procedures for sales of firearms. FOID card needed.

Pay Range: $15.00-$16.00 Depending on experience.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Greet customers as they shop in the retail store, assisting with customer service questions.
• Price store merchandise and make price changes as requested by store management.
• Stock and face merchandise on shelves as requested by store management.
• Assist in receiving freight and organize incoming products as directed by store management.
• Responsible for assisting in cycle counts.
• Answer incoming telephone calls and handle appropriately.
• Handle customer transactions utilizing KCX cash register system.
• Responsible for accurate cash handling.

OTHER DUTIES

• Other duties as assigned

MENTAL AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Frequent lifting up to 50 pounds
• Long periods of standing
• Frequent bending and twisting

EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma or GED preferred
• Any knowledge of and/or experience with FFL requirements for the sale of firearms is strongly preferred.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT AND CONDITIONS

• Retail store environment
• Cold and warm conditions

EQUIPMENT AND TOOLS

• Computer Calculator
• Cash register-scanner
• Telephone Fax Copy machine
• Computer Software and network

The specific statements shown in each section of this description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria considered necessary to perform the job successfully. The company recognizes that an individual with a disability may require an accommodation to enable him/her to successfully perform a job function. Consideration will be given to reasonable accommodations.

Preferred Qualities

• Enthusiastic: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest
• Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity
• Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
• Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help

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