Job Description
Join a leader in the shooting sports industry! Silver Eagle Group has a specialized firearms training and retail center conveniently located in Ashburn, VA. We have an immediate need for full-time and part-time Range Safety Officers.
The Range Safety Officer is responsible for ensuring that all shooters on the SEG ranges adhere to SEG range policies and procedures and conduct themselves in a safe manner. Additionally, the Range Safety Officer must ensure that the range is clean and safe before allowing shooters on the range. Schedule may require evenings and weekends. Regular, predictable attendance is essential for satisfactory performance.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Possess strong knowledge and understanding of all rules and policies in regards to range usage and safety procedures; ensures all policies and procedures comply with SEG requirements. Implements emergency response procedures when needed.
Ensures that the range is safe, secure and clean before allowing shooters access to the range. Maintains a clean environment at all times in accordance with SEG policy.
Maintains a safe and secure environment for all employees and customers; removes unsafe shooters from the range.
Monitors all shooters on the range to ensure that they adhere to SEG range policies and procedures; ensures all shooters utilize the proper safety equipment.
Provides shooters with the proper weapon handling procedures and assists shooters with minor weapons issues when necessary.
Monitors all range equipment and shuts down range if there is an equipment failure or unsafe action.
Opens and closes the range in accordance with manufacturer and SEG specifications.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS:
High school diploma or GED
21 years or older
Possession of a Range Safety Officer certification as approved by SEG management, which must be completed within 90 days of employment.
Completion of the basic SEG firearms training course, which must be completed within 90 days of employment.
Strong knowledge and understanding of weapons systems and ammunition.
Strong communication skills
Strong customer service skills
Strong multi-tasking skills
Must be a team player
Preferred current CPR/First Aid certification
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Standing/Walking/Mobility: Must have mobility to attend meetings with managers and other staff
Climbing/Stopping/Kneeling: 5%-25% of the time
Lifting/Pulling/Pushing: 25%-49% of the time
Fingering/Grasping/Feeling: Must be able to handle weapons 100% of the time; write, type, use the computer and telephone systems 5-25% of the time
Physical Dimensions: Medium work, exerting up to 20 pounds of force constantly and/or 30 pounds of force frequently to move objects.
DUE TO THE NATURE OF THIS POSITION, WEEKEND AND EVENING WORK IS REQUIRED
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume
Company Description
Silver Eagle Group is a state of the art training facility offering four modern indoor shooting ranges and an extensive retail section for firearms, ammunition, rentals, and accessories. We are Virginia's premier self-defense training academy, offering a dynamic variety of training courses for novice, intermediate, and advanced shooters. Silver Eagle Group is proud to be awarded the National Shooting Sports Foundation's prestigious Five Star Range rating. To meet NSSF's criteria of a Five Star facility, a range must demonstrate excellence in all aspects of management and operations.