Shooting Sports Manager

Under general supervision, manages all aspects of the range operation on a daily basis to ensure a safe and productive use of the facility;

 (Essential function, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following tasks, knowledge, skills and other characteristics.  This list of tasks is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this class.)

• Safely control the firing line while live fire sessions are in effect.
• Identify unsafe acts and take corrective action.
• Assist users in proper use of firearms.
• Establish, produce and manage annual range budget.
• Submit and present annual budget for consideration by the County Commissioners.
• Coordinate with County Budget Office for all required tracking for range income and expenditures.
• Follow established procedures for depositing income with the County Treasurers Office.
• Manage range inventory.
• Perform daily maintenance and clean up, as required.
• Coordinate and supervise the scheduling of all range activities to include shooting and classroom events.
• Supervise the operation and maintenance of all range equipment.
• Supervise all maintenance of records and procedures required to comply with any OSHA or EPA standards or requirements.
• Promote range usage to the general public, clubs, local businesses and law enforcement.
• Identify and pursue opportunities for public and private business sponsorship, partnership and alternative means of revenue generation for the range including grants, donations and corporate sponsorship.
• Speak to groups or organizations on range programs, usage and general firearms safety.
• Work effectively with local, state and federal law enforcement agencies in scheduling range time for qualification programs.
• Encourage and promote new programs that will increase range usage.
• Evaluate all range related programs and activities for feasibility and cost effectiveness.
• Recruit, train, develop, supervise and motivate staff, including volunteers.
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

Minimum Qualifications:
High School Diploma or equivalent; AND two (2) years related sports facility management experience; OR equivalent combination of education, training and experience.   Must be able to successfully pass a background investigation.  Must be able to receive Range Safety Officer Certification within 6 months of hire and NRA Instructor Certifications (pistol, rifle, shotgun) and Chief Range Safety Officer within 1 year of hire.

 
Knowledge and Skills:

• Knowledge of County organization, goals, objectives, policies, procedures.
• Knowledge of firearms and their safe and efficient use.
• Knowledge in accurately handling computer data entry, database use, spreadsheets, word processing and desktop publishing.
• Knowledge in handling sales, cashiering and general accounting with a high degree of accuracy.
• Knowledge of general knowledge of hunter education and safety, hunting regulations and wildlife in Wyoming.
• Knowledge of supervisory principles, practices, and methods.
• Knowledge of marketing and general business management.
• Skills in communicating with people of all ages and backgrounds about firearm safety, range procedures, hunting and shooting.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with general public, clubs, local businesses and law enforcement.
• Skill in teaching others about hunter education or firearms.
• Skill in effectively communicating verbally and in writing.
• Skill in promoting events and services to maximize facility usage.
• Skill in planning, organizing and prioritizing work activities for oneself, employees and volunteers.

Salary : $52,022 - $61,202