The Range Officer supervises shooters and multiple range areas, which include large and small bore rifle ranges, an archery range, a 14-station 3D archery range and a new trap and skeet area with four combination fields. Located at The Sportsman Center at Blue Mountain Reservation in Cortlandt Manor. Schedules may include some weekdays, weekend and approved Holidays that fall on a Monday.

Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

  • Ensure safety at the Range at all times
  • Supervise shooters at the Range
  • Inspect fi rearms and ammunition
  • Assigns individual to shooting stalls and targets; gives commands for fi ring
  • Teaches the handling and care of fi rearms and equipment
  • Directs and monitors all customer services
  • Act as fi rst responder for accidents, injuries, property damage or other emergencies requiring immediate attention
  • Reports all infractions of rules and regulations
  • May prepare reports on certifi cations, maintenance and Range operations
  • Maintain inventory supply of related equipment
  • Maintain areas in and around shooting stalls


Requirements; successful completion of one or more of the following certifications:

  • NRA Marksmanship Instructor, NRA Range Safety Offi cer or NYS Department of Environmental Conservation
  • Hunter Safety Instructor for Guns
  • 60 hours of supervised paid or volunteer teaching experience in the care and handling of fi rearm and shooting equipment
    (time may have been gained as part of the above certifi cation requirements)
  • Knowledge of emergency standards and procedures where personal safety of patrons, staff or others may be in danger
  • At least 18 years of age
  • Background Check and Pre-employment Drug Testing required
  • Preference given to military or law enforcement background but not required

Hours/Salary

  • Hourly position. Flexible hours include some weekday, weekend and approved Holidays that fall on a Monday.
  • Salary - $15.50 per hour, commensurate with experience

Contact
Vladimir Valcourt
Park Superintendent
Blue Mountain Reservation/Sportsman Center
183 Watch Hill Road, Cortlandt Manor, NY 10567
Email: | Phone: (914) 862 - 5322

Westchester County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.