Range Safety Officer (Part-Time)

Consolidated Municipality of Carson City•Carson City, NV

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This is a part-time, FLSA non-exempt position with Carson City Parks, Recreation, and Open Space located in Carson City, NV. Under the supervision of the Range Coordinator, this non-sworn position performs range safety duties and general maintenance to the Carson City Rifle and Pistol Range. This position reports to the Range Coordinator with the Carson City Parks, Recreation & Open Space Department. The Department is responsible for the management and maintenance of the rifle and pistol range which includes the long range, short range, shooting bays, restroom facility and surrounding areas. The work schedule for this position will be on Saturday and Sunday only; twelve hours per week. This position will not work more than 1039 hours in any fiscal year, July 1st to June 30th. This recruitment will remain open until recruitment needs are satisfied. Individuals are encouraged to apply immediately, as hiring may occur early in the recruiting process. Recruitment will close without notice when a sufficient number of applications are received or a hiring decision has been made.

Requirements

Equivalent to a High School education or GED; AND one (1) year of experience in customer service, parks operations or serving in the capacity of Range Safety Officer (RSO); OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience as determined by Human Resources.
Employees must be 21 years of age or older.
Employees must not be prohibited from using or possessing a firearm under State or federal laws.
This position, along with other childcare providers, are one of many groups of professionals required to report known or reasonable suspicion of abuse and/or neglect of children in their care and are considered mandated reporters as outlined in Nevada Revised Statutes.
Valid Driver’s License
National Rifle Association Basic Range Safety Officer Certificate at time of hire
CPR/AED/First Aid certification within 6 months of hire
Basic rifle, pistol, and shotgun safety
City parks, recreation and open space rules, ordinances, and state statutes.
Techniques, methods, materials, equipment and practices involved in the operation and maintenance of a shooting facility.
Standard office practices and procedures, including basic cash handling, filing and the operation of standard office equipment.
First aid and basic CPR methods.
National Rifle Association policies and procedures for shooting ranges.
Techniques for dealing with a variety of individuals from various socio-economic, ethnic and cultural backgrounds, in person and over the telephone.
Appropriate Nevada Department of Wildlife rules and regulations.
Providing instruction and training in firearms use and safety.
The safe use of firearms.
Analyzing situations quickly and objectively.
Determining proper course of action under emergency conditions.
Operating hand and power tools for maintenance needs.
Coping with adverse situations firmly, courteously and with respect for individual rights.
Traversing terrain safely, understanding and carrying out oral and written instructions.
Establishing effective working relationships with departmental personnel, public law enforcement agencies, community groups and general public.
New employees are required to submit to a fingerprint-based background investigation and a drug screen.
Employees may be required to complete Incident Command System training as a condition of continuing employment.

Responsibilities

Operates and supervises the Carson Rifle and Pistol Range, an outdoor public shooting facility which includes special purpose ranges and other amenities.
Educates users on facility rules and guidelines, including proper shooting behavior, basic firearm use, appropriate firearms and target specifications and placement, including enforcement and patron adherence to posted and agreed upon safety rules and procedures, and related activities.
Assists patrons as required or requested with immediate firearms stoppages or malfunctions necessary to protect patrons.
Assists with basic maintenance activities at the range such as, but not limited to painting, correcting and/or reporting safety hazards, assisting with plumbing and carpentry work, building concrete forms, assisting with finishing work, dirt work including berms and backstops, building and replacing targets/stands, cleaning of facilities following acceptable materials handling protocols and use of personal protective equipment, snow removal, collecting trash and other debris, cleaning and maintaining buildings, grounds, and restrooms, and preventing or abating graffiti; Reports, monitors, and resolves maintenance issues.
Demonstrates courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with the public, agencies and City staff; acts in a manner that promotes a harmonious and effective workplace environment.
Contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of the unit's service to its customers by offering suggestions and directing or participating as an active member of a work team.
Conducts cash handling duties including payment collection, deposits, records of expenditures/revenue associated with the facility or related activities; Procurement of supplies.
Observes safe work methods and uses safety equipment; secures work sites from safety hazards as necessary; attends safety meetings.
Responds to questions and complaints from the public in a timely and professional manner; carries out assignments in a non-disruptive manner in areas receiving heavy public use.
Assists and provides appropriate first aid.
Writes detailed reports on incidents, and other necessary reports as required.
Uses standard office equipment, including a computer, in the course of the work.
Conducts Integrated Pest Management (IPM) practices including mechanical and hand removal; chemical application consistent with label instructions including herbicides, fungicides and pesticides.