Retail Associate

Ramona Shootists’ Emporium is looking for an outgoing, enthusiastic individual to join our team as a Retail Sales Associate.

We are a full-service firearm shop based in Ramona, CA that serves clients throughout Southern California. Our clientele comes from diverse backgrounds and experience levels, and we are proud to be an informed source of education and information for beginners and experts.

A day-in-the-life at our shop involves helping customers with a variety of tasks - purchasing their first firearm, helping them track down their dream gun, explaining safe handling and recommending products to enhance their experience. You’ll also be tasked with processing both state and federal paperwork, keeping accurate records, working with distributors and keeping up with the latest industry developments and legislation.

Professionalism, accuracy, and great customer service are our top priorities.

ABOUT THE ROLE Part-Time: Wednesday through Friday and Saturdays *Hours may expand or change.

Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Processing retail transactions of firearms, gear, ammunition, and other products and services.
• Recording firearm, ammunition and powder transactions according to state and federal regulations.
• Maintaining knowledge of legislation, and attending in-house and/or out-of-house training sessions. (Training outside of regular business hours is compensated)
• Providing information related to firearms, legislation and shooting sports to clientele, and being proactive to stay abreast of changes in the industry or researching and asking questions when you aren’t sure.
• Keeping the shop neat and tidy throughout your shift.
• Opening and closing the shop, which includes putting out and safely storing 100+ firearms per day.
• Processing purchase orders, including recording regulated goods appropriately, tagging and logging shipments into the POS system.
• Using the directory of distributors to find items for customers.
• Auditing your paperwork to ensure accuracy.
• Other duties and responsibilities as required.

Requirements:

• 21 years of age or older
• Knowledge of firearms
• Ability to pass a background check and obtain a COE (Certificate of Eligibility)
• Ability to work independently without supervision
• Ability to use a computer including POS (Point of Sale) system, Microsoft Suite, and the internet.
• Solid communication and interpersonal skills
• Proficiency in English

BONUS POINTS

• Proficiency in Spanish and/or other languages
• Current COE and/or California DOJ Firearm Safety Certificate Instructor
• Videography/Social Media Skills
• If you have a special skill set, please let us know in your application!

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS $18.00/hour to start

• Discount on Products
• Travel Opportunities to Industry Events
• Opportunities to participate in range days and product testing with staff
• Schedule Flexibility

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to sit and/or stand for long periods of time
• Ability to lift at least 50lbs

To apply, please follow the directions on this website. We ask that you also email a cover letter to charlene(at)ramonagunstore.com. We are looking forward to hearing from you!

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule

Language:

• English (Required)

License/Certification:

• Certificate of Eligibility (Preferred)

Location:

• Ramona, CA 92065 (Required)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Preferred)

Work Location: In person