RANGE SAFETY OFFICER I, Part-Time FOOTHILLS PUBLIC SHOOTING COMPLEX (1)

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Summary:

Entry level position whose main responsibility is safety of all team members and customers using the complex. RSO should have extensive knowledge about the operation of Firearm Ranges and firearms. This position adheres to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), County Policies and provide assistance to shooters utilizing the range. The RSO will be responsible for managing the day-to-day activities on the range. Primary duties are: conduct and supervise safe shooting activities for all shooters, assist with training classes, and may be required to use heavy machinery. Will conduct range inspections and report any repairs needed to the range. May be required to fix minor range repairs. Will be required to keep the range clean and tidy. Schedule will be based on seasonal operational hours and departmental needs.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities include:

Ensure strict adherence to Standard Operating Procedure (SOP)

Monitors all activity on the shooting lanes at all times to maintain a safe shooting environment

Inspects firearms for proper ammunition

Inspects ammunition brought to the range for compliance regulations

Assist customers with appropriate range, lane and target operation

Promote and smoothly execute instructions, programs and shooting events

Knows and follow emergency response plans when required

Assist in performing opening and closing procedures

Keeps ranges sanitary and neat

Works as a team player with all staff

Communicates in a professional and courteous manner with everyone

Adheres to County Policy and Procedures and Range Policy and Procedures

Performs activities around the range including but not limited to empty garbage, weed eating, mowing, brass collection.

Assists customers by answering questions and providing firearms information

The responsibilities and duties outlined above are intended to provide a general outline and summary of this role. It is not intended to be an exhaustive or comprehensive list of duties and responsibilities. Additional tasks may be assigned as needed, with or without notice, to meet the needs of the department and county.

Education & Experience:
High school diploma or GED and 3 years of experience in firearms use/safety, or weapons maintenance/repair. Competition match experience a plus, but not required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Considerable knowledge of federal, state, and local laws and regulations relating to firearms instruction and safety.

Considerable knowledge of firearms, ammunition, and safety standards.

General knowledge of firearms inspection.

General knowledge of range target systems and related applications.

General knowledge of supervising safe shooting activities and range operation.

General knowledge of sporting ranges such as skeet, trap, clay, and archery.

Must possess excellent interpersonal skills that enable them to interface with patrons in a professional, courteous, and friendly manner whether offering assistance or discussing Range Rules Violations.

Ability to communicate effectively in written and oral forms.

Ability to maintain effective working relationships with staff and the general public.

Knowledge of competition rules/procedures.

Work Environment / Physical Requirements:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This work requires occasional exertion of up to 100 pounds of force

Work frequently standing, walking, using hands to finger, handle or feel, climbing or balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling, reaching with hands and arms, pushing or pulling and lifting and occasionally requires sitting and speaking or hearing

Work requires distance vision, ability to adjust focus and depth perception

Vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word and conveying detailed or important instructions to others accurately, loudly or quickly

Hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels and to receive detailed information through oral communications and/or to make fine distinctions in sound

Work requires preparing and analyzing written or computer data and visual inspection involving small defects and/or small parts

Work regularly requires exposure to outdoor weather conditions, frequently requires working with explosives and occasionally requires working near moving mechanical parts, exposure to fumes or airborne particles and exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals

Work is generally in a loud noise location

License & Certifications:

Must obtain small arms instruction certificate within six months of employment

Must obtain concealed weapon permit within six months of employment.

Must obtain NRA Range Safety Officer Certification upon hire.

Work Location:

This role must work from the location identified at the time of hire with work travel required as needed. Any change of work location, even on a short-term or interim basis, must be reviewed by the Supervisor and HR for approval.

Additional information:

Individuals hired must be able to perform essential duties satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Cleveland County provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

$17.34/hr.

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