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The Manager of Firearm Operations Compliance is responsible for leading and managing the compliance functions related to firearms, watercraft, and motorsports operations. This role ensures adherence to federal and state regulations, supports internal and external partners, and drives strategic initiatives within the Compliance department. The manager will oversee a team of direct reports and serve as a key liaison between store operations and senior leadership.

Job Description:

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant field of study or equivalent years of related work experience

Work Experiences:

• At least five years of related work experience preferred

Skills:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong leadership skills
• Comprehension of verbal and/or written instructions
• Communication – effective listening, speaking, and writing
• Ability to make decisions swiftly
• Attention to detail required
• Knowledgeable of ATF and other federal, state, and local firearm compliance requirements preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.) required
• Working knowledge of ATF compliance software (ex. Gun StoreMaster) preferred
• Acceptable level of hearing and vision to perform job duties
• Product knowledge preferred
• Ability to effectively work with internal and external business partners and stakeholders

Responsibilities:

• Manage and oversee the compliance function role in supporting Firearm Compliance operations and the Watercraft and Motorsports program
• Manage a team of direct reports
• Monitor regulatory compliance developments, trends, and assesses impact of new and amended regulatory requirements by Federal and State agencies
• Develop and deliver firearm compliance communications for internal and external partners
• Support department projects and strategic initiatives and communicate status updates as needed to Compliance Senior Leadership
• Maintain knowledge of state watercraft and motorsports regulations
• Manage Firearm Investigations, Firearm Traces, Point-of-Contact State Billing, Firearm Licensing, and Firearm Training & Procedures
• Support Firearm Sales Certified Team Members across all store locations
• Maintain strong relationship with store District Managers and RVPs
• Develop a thorough understanding of Academy’s policies, procedures and safety rules
• Limited domestic travel and international travel
• Duties may change; team members may be required to perform other duties as assigned

Physical Requirements & Attendance:

• Up to 10% travel when necessary
• Regular attendance required
• Acceptable level of hearing and vision to perform job duties
• Adhere to company work hours, policies, procedures and rules governing professional staff behaviors

Full time

Equal Employment Opportunity

Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate with regard to employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other category protected by law.