Firearms instructor job description

OUTDOOR/FIREARMS ENTHUSIAST

At Academy Sports + Outdoors, our Purpose is to make it easier for everyone to enjoy more sports and outdoors. The

Outdoor Enthusiast, through an enthusiasm for the field & stream business, is responsible for a premier customer experience in our outdoor categories. From the first fishing trip with dad to the avid hunter, this position provides knowledge and solutions to a diverse customer base. Through this important work, the Outdoor Enthusiast impacts customer satisfaction, store profitability, and Academy's Purpose.

Education: High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required.

Experience:

* 4+ years of personal experience with the outdoors hobbies, interests and skill sets; fishing and hunting experience preferred.
* At least one (1) year of sales experience with products related to outdoor hobbies, interests or skill sets or related work experience.

Skills:

* Excellent customer service orientation; an effective problem solver and communicator with customers and team members; bilingual is a plus.
* Passionate and well-versed in the variety of outdoors hobbies, interests and skill sets such as fishing, hunting, competitive shooting, and camping.
* Demonstrated ability to balance sales techniques with customer engagement to drive sales.
* Perform basic mathematical computations and apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions in written, oral or diagram form.

Responsibilities:

* Enthusiastically delivers a premium customer experience for all who hunt, fish, camp or spend time in the great outdoors.
* Complete position certification and maintain knowledge of trends and products in outdoor industry.
* Drive sales through exceptional customer service skills, sales techniques and product knowledge to connect customers with the right products.
* Engage with and provide consultative support for all outdoor customers, from the expert fly fisherman to the family going on their first camping trip together.
* Trains Team Sports, Fishing and Hunting Team Members on new or special product specifications.
* Provides feedback to Manager, Store Director and Regional Merchant on product assortments and customer demand as requested.
* Process firearm sales in compliance with federal and state law, including properly completing ATF Form 4473 and conducting background checks.
* Required to complete Firearms Sales Certification training.
* Required to learn and follow company policies, procedures and safety rules.
* Adhere to company work hours, policies, procedures and rules governing professional staff behavior.
* Duties may change and team members may be required to perform other duties or roles as assigned.

Physical Requirements & Attendance:

* Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends and holidays based on business needs.
* Constantly stand, walk, reach, handle, use repetitive motions (hand/wrist/fingers), feel and lift up to 20 pounds.
* Frequently stoop, crouch, use fingers, grasp, push, pull, talk, hear and lift up to 21 to 40 pounds.
* Occasionally required to sit, climb, balance and lift 41 to 60 pounds.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $15.00 - $17.00 per hour

Benefits:
* 401(k)
* 401(k) matching
* Dental insurance
* Employee discount
* Flexible schedule
* Health insurance
* Vision insurance
Shift:
* Day shift
* Evening shift
* Morning shift
Weekly day range:
* Monday to Friday
* Weekend availability

Work Location: One location

Responsibilities for this Position

Location: USA AZ Scottsdale - 14860 N Northsight Blvd (AZC033)

Full Part/Time: Part time

Job Req: RQ130485

Type of Requisition:

Regular

Clearance Level Must Currently Possess:

None

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:

None

Suitability:

DHS EOD

Public Trust/Other Required:

None

Job Family:

SCA

Job Description:

GENERAL SUMMARY: (Scope; Summary and Impact of Job)

The Secondary Firearms Instructor (SFI) supports the Lead Firearms Instructor (LFI) during the Federal Flight Deck Officer (FFDO) Requalification Training sessions. The SFI assists the LFI as directed in the preparation; completion; and post session clean-up requirements of all FFDO Semi-annual Firearms Requalification sessions.

Ensures student safety during dry-fire and live-fire training venues.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

* The SFI provides one-on-one instruction to students during the pre-qualification (warm-up) course of fire; and any remedial training as designated by the LFI.

* The SFI must possess the demonstrated ability to effectively communicate law enforcement training concepts and issues to a diverse audience; and must possess the demonstrated ability to instruct in accordance with the principles of basic adult education; as well as platform and practical area instruction for law enforcement.

* The SFI must have the ability to interpret; apply; and adhere to established program policies; standard operating procedures (SOPs); and lesson plans.

* The SFI keeps all Sensitive Security Information (SSI) and Sensitive Personally Identifying Information (SPII) secured appropriately both during and after a re-qualification session in compliance with the TSA MD 2100.2; Privacy and Information Collection Policy and TSA MD 1400.3 TSA Information Security Policy.

* Associates Degree; or the equivalent combination of education; technical certifications or training; or work/military experience.

* The SFI must be a current or former certified law enforcement official or civilian employee having completed a military; state; county or municipally certified firearms training program.

* The SFI must also comply with all Federal; state; and/or local requirements.

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SFIs must have a minimum of 5 years of formal experience as an instructor in ALL of the following law enforcement disciplines: firearms; defensive tactics/measures; and use of force.

Working Conditions The work is typically performed at an indoor or outdoor gun range. Employees will be required to handle weapons and ammunition in the course of their duties. Exposure to high volumes of noise due to the firing of weapons will occur and employees are required to wear hearing protection in the form of foam ear plugs as well as external hearing protection. Exposure to expelled gun-powder as a result of fired ammunition is expected; and the employees must wash hands after handling ammunition. Work may require some physical effort in the handling of light materials; boxes; or equipment. The above job description is not intended to be; nor should it be construed as; exhaustive of all responsibilities; skills; efforts; or working conditions associated with this job. Requests for reasonable accommodations will be considered to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the principal (essential) functions of this job. General Dynamics Information Technology is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer (M/F/D/V). *This position requires applicants to successfully complete the security application and pass a background investigation clearance prior to starting.*

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

8

Travel Required:

Less than 10%

Telecommuting Options:

Onsite

Work Location:

USA AZ Scottsdale

Additional Work Locations:

COVID-19 Vaccination: GDIT does not have a vaccination mandate applicable to all employees. To protect the health and safety of its employees and to comply with customer requirements, however, GDIT may require employees in certain positions to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Vaccination requirements will depend on the status of the federal contractor mandate and customer site requirements.

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GDIT is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other protected class.