Recreation Assistant (Range Operations) NF-02.

Obsolete Site; Fort Carson (CO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Obsolete Site manages a military range facility, performing opening/closing operations and ensuring safety protocols are followed. Staff provide firearm safety guidance and handle ammunition inventory while maintaining vault security.

Position requires interaction with the public, potential cashier duties, and scheduling range use. Candidates must meet age requirements for firearm handling and may need 60-day certification onboarding.

Qualifications

• Experience with firing range operations and firearm safety.
• Experience dealing with the general public.
• May have cashier skills.
• Must obtain range certification within 60 days of start.
• Must meet age restrictions for handling firearms.

Responsibilities

• Execute range facility opening, closing, and operating procedures.
• Instruct patrons on range safety practices and provide firearm information.
• Ensure proper handling, storage, and inventory of ammunition and vault security.
• Check inventory, restock, and may perform cashier duties and record sales.
• Direct patrons, schedule use of ranges, conduct briefings, and monitor safety.

Skills

Firearm safety

Customer service

Cashier skills

Public interaction

Certification readiness

Job description

• Executes range facility opening, closing, and operating procedures in accordance with installation, local, and federal laws. Maintains communications and follows instructions of the installation range control agency to ensure safe operations.
• Instructs patrons on range safety practices, and provides general firearm and marksmanship information. Responsible for all safety issues in the operation of the range.
• Ensures proper handling storage, accountability, inventory of ammunition, and vault security. Issues ammunition and range related accessories to customers, checks ID, and collects fees.
• Checks inventory and supplies, and requests restock. May perform cashier duties and maintain records of sales. Conducts facility and range maintenance.
• Circulates among patrons to assure service is satisfactory, and that customers adhere to safety procedures. Receives and resolves customer complaints. Directs patrons; schedules use of ranges; conducts briefings; and monitors patrons.

Duties

• Executes range facility opening, closing, and operating procedures in accordance with installation, local, and federal laws. Maintains communications and follows instructions of the installation range control agency to ensure safe operations.
• Instructs patrons on range safety practices, and provides general firearm and marksmanship information. Responsible for all safety issues in the operation of the range.
• Ensures proper handling storage, accountability, inventory of ammunition, and vault security. Issues ammunition and range related accessories to customers, checks ID, and collects fees.
• Checks inventory and supplies, and requests restock. May perform cashier duties and maintain records of sales. Conducts facility and range maintenance.
• Circulates among patrons to assure service is satisfactory, and that customers adhere to safety procedures. Receives and resolves customer complaints. Directs patrons; schedules use of ranges; conducts briefings; and monitors patrons.

Requirements

Conditions of employment

• Direct Deposit and Social Security Card is required.
• Meet qualification/eligibility/background requirements for this position.
• A one year probationary period may be required.
• Satisfactorily complete an employment verification (E-Verify) check.
• Satisfactory completion of pre-employment background checks in accordance with AR 215-3, para. 2 to include a Tier 1 background investigation.
• A physical assessment is required.
• Must meet age restrictions for the handling of firearms. Position is covered by the 1996 Lautenberg Amendment to the Gun Control Act of 1968.
• This is a Testing Designated Position (TDP) as required by Army Regulation 600-85. A negative drug test is required prior to appointment for a TDP. Incumbent will be subject to subsequent random drug test as required.
• Individual must be able to lift up to 40 pounds without assistance and heavier loads with assistance.
• Work hours are Wednesday through Friday 0900am - 1600pm and Saturday through Sunday 0800am - 1600pm.
• Work hours and workdays are subject to change depending on the needs of the department.

Resumes must be two pages (or less).

Resumes should clearly demonstrate the applicant's relevant experience, skills, knowledge and abilities as they pertain to this position.

A Qualified Candidate Must Possess The Following

• Must have experience with firing range operations and firearm safety and possess work experience which involved dealing with the general public.
• May have cashier skills.
• Must be able to obtain current Installation Range Certification Card, National Rifle Association (NRA) Range Safety Officer Certification, or equivalent certification within 60 days of entrance on duty.

NOTE: The above minimum qualifications must be described within the duties of previous work experience listed on the applicant's resume and/or supporting documents. A copy of all documents must be submitted at the time of application.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Additional information

Area Of Consideration

• The Area of Consideration for this vacancy announcement is local commuting area. (Military Spouse Preference (MSP) and Involuntarily Separated Military Preference (ISMP) eligible candidates are included in the area of consideration.

PCS Costs

• Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs are not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government's interest.

Allowances and Differentials

• This job is part of a pay-banded system. Sunday premium pay for regularly scheduled employees and night differential pay may be authorized by the Garrison Commander.
• Non-foreign overseas allowances, cost of living (COLA), and differentials will not be paid, contingent upon eligibility.

Important Information Regarding Access to Certain Federal Facilities

• Access to certain federal facilities may require a REAL ID-compliant driver's license/ID (marked with a star) or an Enhanced Driver's License (EDL) from WA, MI, MN, NY, or VT. See

Your Application may be Considered for Multiple Opportunities

• After you apply, your application remains valid for 90 days and may be referred to hiring officials as new vacancies arise. Additional referrals may occur for up to 90 days after the closing date.

Termination of Spouse Employment Preference

• Refusal of a military spouse to participate in established recruitment procedures for a Regular Full-Time (RFT) or Regular Part-Time (RPT) position (for example, interview, and so forth) is considered a declination of employment and is a basis for termination of Spouse Employment Preference (SEP) entitlement for the current Permanent Change of Station (PCS) of the sponsor.

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

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Regular full-time and part-time employees are eligible for enrollment in health and life insurance, participation in 401k and retirement plans, and paid personal time off and federal holidays. NAF flexible employees, working in the United States or a U.S. citizen or spouse or child of a U.S. citizen working for a NAFI in a foreign area, are eligible to participate in the NAF 401(k) plan. Some flexible employees may also be eligible to receive health insurance.

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