Recreation Assistant (Range Operations) NF-02
About The Position
This Recreation Assistant position is located at the Cheyenne Mountain Shooting Complex and supports range operations. The employee opens, closes, and operates the range according to installation procedures and applicable local, state, and federal laws. The position requires maintaining communication with installation range control, instructing patrons on safety and providing general firearm and marksmanship information, and overseeing safety throughout range operations. The employee handles ammunition and range-related accessories, including storage, accountability, inventory, security, and customer issuance. Duties also include checking identification, collecting fees, possibly performing cashier duties and keeping sales records, monitoring supplies and requesting restocking, and performing facility and range maintenance. The employee assists and directs patrons, schedules range use, conducts briefings, monitors compliance with safety procedures, and addresses customer complaints. Work hours are Wednesday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., and Saturday through Sunday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Work hours and days may change based on department needs. A physical assessment is required, and the employee must be able to lift up to 40 pounds without assistance and heavier loads with assistance. The position is subject to firearm-related age restrictions and drug-testing requirements.
Requirements
- Experience with firing range operations and firearm safety.
- Work experience involving interaction with the general public.
- Obtain an Installation Range Certification Card, NRA Range Safety Officer Certification, or equivalent certification within 60 days of entering on duty.
- Meet qualification, eligibility, and background requirements, including a Tier 1 background investigation.
- Meet age restrictions for handling firearms.
- Complete a pre-employment physical assessment.
- Be able to lift up to 40 pounds without assistance and heavier loads with assistance.
- Complete a negative pre-appointment drug test; the position is subject to subsequent random drug testing.
- Provide direct deposit information and a Social Security card.
- Complete employment verification through E-Verify.
- A one-year probationary period may be required.
- Submit a resume of two pages or less that documents relevant qualifications.
Nice To Haves
- Cashier skills.
Responsibilities
- Open, close, and operate the range in accordance with installation procedures and applicable laws.
- Maintain communications with and follow instructions from the installation range control agency.
- Instruct patrons in range safety practices and provide general firearm and marksmanship information.
- Oversee safety issues in range operations.
- Handle ammunition storage, accountability, inventory, and vault security.
- Issue ammunition and range-related accessories to customers, check identification, and collect fees.
- Check inventory and supplies and request restocking.
- Perform cashier duties and maintain sales records as needed.
- Conduct facility and range maintenance.
- Circulate among patrons to provide service and ensure compliance with safety procedures.
- Receive and resolve customer complaints.
- Direct patrons, schedule range use, conduct briefings, and monitor patrons.
Benefits
- Professional development opportunities, including training, education, and certification programs.
- Access to some on-base facilities, including fitness centers and libraries.
- Eligible regular full-time and part-time employees may enroll in health and life insurance, participate in 401(k) and retirement plans, and receive paid personal time off and federal holidays.
- NAF flexible employees may participate in the NAF 401(k) plan; some may also be eligible for health insurance.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
