Seasonal Sporting Clays Target Designer & Lead Operator

NOVA Parks; Centreville (AL); On-site; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

NOVA Parks is seeking a seasonal Target Setter at Bull Run Shooting Center to design and set sporting clays target presentations for NSCA-registered tournaments and recreational shoots, ensuring accurate course layouts and safe, engaging experiences for participants.

The role requires leading tournament setup, coordinating staff, maintaining and repairing trap machines, adjusting presentations for weather, and handling public inquiries while upholding NOVA Parks standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years setting sporting clays courses for NSCA-registered tournaments or related operations.
• Thorough knowledge of target presentation design and tournament operations.
• Working knowledge of NSCA formats, classifications, and competition standards.
• Extensive knowledge of Promatic trap machines and MEC/Lincoln equipment.
• Ability to inspect, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain trap machines.
• Ability to work outdoors year-round in all weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Design and set target presentations for NSCA tournaments and recreational shoots.
• Submit a proposed course design 48 hours before tournament setup.
• Lead tournament setup and supervise assigned staff.
• Maintain, adjust, and repair trap machines and equipment.
• Oversee operations and resolve issues during events.
• Inspect grounds for hazards and ensure NOVA Parks standards.
• Perform manual labor related to target setting and equipment relocation.
• Attend planning meetings and coordinate logistics with management.
• Report unsafe conditions to supervisors.
• Assist with public relations by guiding participants and communicating rules.
• Interpret NOVA Parks rules and maintain records.
• Carry out additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Target presentation design

Tournament coordination

Staff leadership

Equipment maintenance

Public relations

Communication

Physical labor

Weather adaptation

Tools

Promatic trap machines

MEC equipment

Lincoln equipment

Job description

NOVA Parks is seeking a seasonal Target Setter at Bull Run Shooting Center to design and set sporting clays target presentations for NSCA-registered tournaments and recreational shoots, ensuring accurate course layouts and safe, engaging experiences for participants.

The role requires leading tournament setup, coordinating staff, maintaining and repairing trap machines, adjusting presentations for weather, and handling public inquiries while upholding NOVA Parks standards.