NICS Clerk

At Kittery Trading Post, we are more than a retailer—we are a family-owned and family-run community rooted in outdoor heritage, craftsmanship, and authentic connection. For generations, we have served customers who value quality, adventure, and tradition. Our team members bring that same passion to life every day, creating welcoming experiences built on knowledge, trust, and pride in what we do.

We believe in doing things the right way: treating people with respect, supporting one another, and honoring the family legacy we are entrusted to carry forward. When you work at Kittery Trading Post, you become part of a close-knit team that values hard work, integrity, and a shared love of the outdoors.

General Summary:

NICS Clerks are responsible for and assisting in the process of submitting NICS checks through regulated channels. You will work closely with the customers, firearms sales associates, departmental managers, and training coordinator to ensure accuracy in all stored files as a NICS Clerk. Data entry skills and confidentiality are a must. This position, NICS Clerk, is a customer facing position.

Qualified candidates must be available to work Mondays 9am-5pm, Tuesdays 9am-5pm, Wednesdays 9am-5pm, Thursdays 9:30am-5:30pm, and Sundays 9am-5pm.

Application Requirements & Essential Functions:

• Qualified NICS Clerk candidates must be able to pass a standard background check
• Strong computer skills; including a working knowledge of Microsoft programs
• Help customers understand and complete the Federal 4473 background check form
• Must be able to effectively communicate with customers, coworkers, and other business contacts
• An attention to detail is critical with a strong ability to multi-task
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule inclusive of days, nights, and weekends as a NICS Clerks

Full-time year-round employee benefits:

• Store Discount is available at the date of hire, up to 30%
• Pro Deal Discounts are available after thirty days of active employment
• Holiday Pay is available at the date of hire for New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Fourth of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas
• Health Insurance is available the first of the month following sixty days of active employment
• Dental Insurance is available the first of the month following ninety days of active employment
• Short Term Disability Insurance is available the first of the month following ninety days of active employment
• Life Insurance is available the first of the month following ninety days of active employment
• Vacation Time is accrued on a monthly basis based off of average hours worked per week
• Sick Time is accrued at a rate of four hours per month
• 401(k) with a 4% company match is available after an employee’s one year anniversary with the company as long as they’re twenty one years of age or older and have worked at least 1,000 hours
• Charge Account ($300) is available after ninety days of active employment
• Profit Sharing is available after a full calendar year of active employment to those twenty one years of age or older and have worked at least 1,000 hours
• Funeral Leave is available after thirty days of active employment
• Educational Reimbursement up to $1,000 per calendar year is available after ninety days of active employment
• Discretionary Annual Performance Bonus

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement

Application Question(s):

• Are you familiar with the Federal Form 4473?
• Are you comfortable working around firearms?

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Data entry: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $1,000