Sporting Goods Associate

Coastal Country; Elko (NV); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Coastal Country in Elko, NV is seeking a knowledgeable Firearms Sales Associate to conduct firearm transactions in strict compliance with state and federal laws, company policies, and safety standards. You will greet customers, manage transfers, answer questions, operate the point of sale, and maintain merchandising, signage and store housekeeping.

The role requires familiarity with background check procedures, strong communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability to adapt to a dynamic

Qualifications

• Proficient firearms handling and safety.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Able to adapt to changing environments and priorities.
• Proficient with computers and email.
• Knowledge of standard retail concepts.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Must be 21+ for firearm handling requirements.

Responsibilities

• Greet customers and help locate products.
• Know Gun Store Master and background check processes.
• Complete firearm transfers per policy and law.
• Safely handle firearms.
• Process purchases correctly.
• Answer phone calls.
• Communicate with team via radio.
• Know products from CAL Ranch & Coastal Farm and Ranch.
• Maintain product knowledge and promotions.
• Assist in floor moves, merchandising and housekeeping.
• Help in other departments when needed.
• Daily cleaning tasks.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Firearms handling

Customer service

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Adaptability

Computers & email

Retail concepts

Attention to detail

21+ age

Tools

Gun Store Master

Job description

Description

Primary Purpose

To be responsible for conducting firearm transactions in adherence to all state and federal laws and regulations by following all company policies; and maintaining customer service as per company standards, generating sales, housekeeping, merchandising, signing, pricing, point of sale operations, processing freight, and loss prevention in adherence to all company policies and store standards.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Greet and acknowledge every customer, answer customer questions, and help customers find the location of products.
• Explicit knowledge of Gun Store Master and State mandated background check processes.
• Complete all transfer (sales) of firearms in accordance with company policy and state laws and regulations.
• Properly and safely handle all firearms.
• Complete all purchase transactions correctly, specifically as it relates to firearms.
• Answer incoming phone calls.
• Constant radio communication with all associates.
• Comprehensive knowledge of the products Country Supplier (CAL Ranch & Coastal Farm and Ranch) sells.
• Maintain an awareness of all product knowledge information and merchandise promotions.
• Assist in floor moves, merchandising, display maintenance and store housekeeping.

Other Duties and Responsibilities

• Help in other departments when needed.
• Perform daily cleaning - such as, but not limited to, vacuuming, replacing full trashes with new trash bags, and sweeping the department floor.
• Other duties assigned as needed.

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of proper firearms handling skills.
• Proven written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to adapt to rapidly changing work environments and to shift priorities accordingly.
• Familiar with how to operate a computer system and email.
• Preferably familiar with standard retail concepts and practices.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Must be at least 21 years of age to comply with firearm and ammunition handling requirements.