Campus Rec Range Safety Officer (PT)

About the role

The Range Safety Officer’s primary duty is to ensure the safety of range users and the protection of LMGC property. RSOs are responsible to assist in the training and instruction of proper firearm use and development for the appreciation of recreational shooting sports.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the safety of all students, faculty, staff and visitors on a Liberty Mountain Gun Club (LMGC) range.
• Facilitate a safe environment for academic instruction in the safe use of firearms.
• Complete day to day operational tasks to ensure seamless function of LMGC facilities including: maintaining machine operations, grounds keeping, and monitoring facility cleanliness to ensure smooth operation of range.
• Maintain and clean all range firearms.
• Aid in the documentation, tracking and reporting on shooting supply inventory, assets, and work order status to chart progress toward departmental objectives.
• Assist in the oversight and facilitation of LMGC safety courses/classes.
• Frequently oversee and assist with events or operations during evening, nights or weekend hours.
• Remain up to date on industry standards and ensure that the facilitation of personal and group instruction remains effective and current.
• Perform all other tasks assigned by the Assistant Director of Operations and Safety to aid and assist in the operation of Campus Recreation Facilities.
• Works effectively as a team member, embracing and fostering LU’s mission.

Qualifications and Credentials

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Current CPR/AED and First Aid Certification or willingness to obtain within six months of employment.
• Ability to work up to 29 hours per week.
• Ability to obtain NRA Range Safety Officer certification within six months of employment.
• Ability to interact with patrons and visitors with a calm demeanor at all times.
• Must be highly alert and willing to put the safety of clientele as a high priority.
• Must have the ability to be firm when delivering safety cautions, but friendly and encouraging while offering advice.
• Familiarity with the various types of firearms used in recreational shooting.

Preferred Qualifications

• General shooting range experience.
• NRA Range Safety Officer Certification.
• Shooting related certifications (ie. Instructor, coach, armorer).
• Competitive or extensive recreational shooting background.

Physical and Sensory Abilities

• Frequent movement around and standing for extended periods to perform labor tasks and other duties.
• Frequent lifting of 50 or more pounds.
• Regularly hear and speak in order to effectively communicate orally.
• Handle materials, reach overhead, kneel or stoop in order to conduct business.
• Occasionally required to travel to local and campus locations.
• Must be able to recognize and enforce all safety rules and regulations.
• Eye and ear protection will be required at all times while working on the range.