Shooting Sports Specialist (Summer 2027)

YMCA of Greenville • Cleveland, SC

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About The Position

YMCA Camp Greenville is seeking a Shooting Sports Specialist to lead camp shooting sports activities, including riflery, archery, and other target sports. The role focuses on maintaining a safe and fun environment while teaching proper safety techniques. The specialist trains and teaches participants and cares for program supplies and activity areas. Camp Greenville is an overnight camp located on 1,400 acres in the Blue Ridge Mountains, serving boys and girls through summer camps, retreats, and specialty camps.

Requirements

• Be at least 18 years old or have graduated high school by June 2027.
• Be CPR/First Aid certified or willing to obtain certification by June 2027.
• Be willing to work as part of a team in support of the camp’s mission.
• Ability to work with campers and guests of all backgrounds.

Nice To Haves

• Shooting Sports certification or training from a recognized governing body, such as State 4-H, NRA, or USA Archery.
• 21 years old or older.

Responsibilities

• Manage all shooting sports programs in accordance with ACA guidelines.
• Maintain schedules, logs, and equipment care and checks.
• Maintain best-practice procedures and create a safe and fun environment.
• Supervise staff and campers during designated activity times.
• Maintain program materials and spaces, including rifles, bows, arrows, slingshots, hatchets, BB guns, and target ranges.
• Coordinate with the Program Coordinator to restock supplies.
• Create a magical experience for campers and guests in the program area.
• Work with participants of all backgrounds.
• Support cabin leader staff when outside the program area and fill in for cabin leaders as needed.
• Serve as a role model, uphold camp values, and work with integrity, creativity, and safety in mind.
• Be responsible for campers’ mental, emotional, and physical health and well-being during their time at camp.
• Approach responsibilities in a fun, creative, enthusiastic, and professional manner.
• Adhere to policies related to boundaries with consumers.
• Attend and complete required abuse risk management training.
• Follow procedures for managing high-risk activities and supervising consumers.
• Follow mandated reporting requirements.
• Adhere to job-specific abuse risk management responsibilities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED