What are the responsibilities and job description for the Range Master - Firearms Training Center position at Rappahannock Regional Criminal Justice Academy?
Do you want to be part of academy history?
We are looking for a highly motivated and organized Range Master to manage our new state-of-the-art Firearms Training Center (FTC). The FTC is a 15-point indoor range with classroom and office space designed to meet the needs of entry level, in-service, qualifications, and advanced law enforcement firearms training.
If this job description describes you and you thrive in a fast-paced detailed oriented environment apply today and have an impact on the future of the law enforcement profession.
Minimum Requirements:
- 5 years of Criminal Justice Experience
- Certified DCJS General and Firearms Instructor
- Criminal Justice Academy Firearms Instructor
- Bachelor’s Degree (Experience may substitute for degree)
Preferred:
- Criminal Justice Agency Supervisor
- Criminal Justice Agency Range Master
- Criminal Justice Academy Lead Firearms Instructor
- Certified Trauma First Aid
Highly Qualified:
- Criminal Justice Agency Mid-Level Supervisor
- Advanced Firearms Instructor/Armorer Certifications
- Range Master of Indoor Firearms Range
General Description of Duties:
Manage the Firearms Training Center and oversee all aspects of firearm training and instruction.
Major Job Functions:
The following is a summary of the major essential functions of this job. The incumbent may perform other duties, both major and minor, that are not mentioned below, and specific functions may change from time to time.
- Schedule, plan, and instruct (as required) basic, in-service, and instructor firearms classes in accordance with Department of Criminal Justice Services (DCJS) and Academy guidelines.
- Schedule and maintain a list of active firearms instructors for academy basic, in-service, and instructor schools.
- Prioritize and schedule all requests for range use.
- Act as the Safety Officer for academy, member agencies, non-member agencies, and non-governmental organizations use of the Firearms Training Center.
- Maintain the operational readiness of the Firearms Training Center including cleanliness, lead mitigation, and inventory management.
- Prepare or collect, review, and maintain student files in accordance with DCJS and Academy guidelines.
- Maintain non-member agency and non-governmental organization paperwork to include facility use agreements, liability waivers, proof of liability insurance (as applicable), and participant signed firearms safety check sheets.
- Set up and maintain classrooms/ranges, brief classes, maintain records of student attendance, and reproduce or create handouts and training aids as needed.
- Maintain professional, cordial relations with other staff members, students, visiting instructors, Sheriff’s, Chiefs, and other organizational heads.
- Occasional work outside of normal academy operating hours (evenings, Fridays, weekends).
- Assist or substitute for any other Academy staff member as needed.
- Other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, skills and abilities required:
- Excellent communication skills and able to interact with diverse staff and stakeholders
- Proficient in the operation of firearms standardly found in law enforcement agencies
- Familiar with adult learning concepts to instruct novice and advanced students in the use of firearms
- Knowledgeable of OSHA standards relating to indoor range hazards
- Exceptional conflict resolution skills
- Strong organizational abilities
- Proficient with Microsoft Office – Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher
- Able to succinctly express complex issues both orally and in writing
- Must be able to occasionally lift 50 pounds or less
Salary and Benefits:
Pay Grade 15:
- $66,347 - $71,761 DOQ
Benefits:
- VRS Retirement
- VRS Life Insurance
- Health Insurance (93% Employer Paid)
- Vacation and Sick Leave
- Extensive Optional Employee Paid Benefits
To Apply:
Submit your resume, cover letter and 3 personal references through really Preferred.
You may also Send application package:
- E-mail (candijohnston@rrcja.org)
- Drop off during business hours (address below)
- Mail: 3630 Lee Hill Dr., Fredericksburg, VA 22408 Attn: Candi Stewart
- Fax (540) 371-4404
All applicant packages must be received by the close date below. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
*Prior Applicants Must Reapply*
Application Process:
- Thursday April 24, 2025: Application Period Closed
- Tuesday April 29, 2025: Qualified Applicants Contacted
- Thursday May 8, 2025: Tabletop Exercise and Panel Interview
- May 13-20, 2025: Range Day for Finalists (One Day during this time frame)
- Thursday, May 22, 2025: Finalist Interview with Executive Director
- Monday June 9, 2025: Anticipated Start Date
*Successful applicants will be subject to a background check, medical and drug screening to determine eligibility*
Applicants with disabilities may request reasonable accommodation prior to the initial interview date with the Rappahannock Regional Criminal Justice Academy. The request may include an alternate format application or other reasonable accommodation at the mutual agreement of the Academy and applicants.
The Rappahannock Regional Criminal Justice Academy provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or disability.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $66,347.00 - $71,761.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- Day shift
- Weekends as needed
Application Question(s):
- Have you submitted a resume and three references?
Work Location: In person
Salary : $66,347 - $71,761
