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Maxon Shooter's Supplies & Indoor Range · 3 months ago

Firearms Training Program Coordinator

Des Plaines, IL

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$17.50/hr - $20/hr

3+ years exp

Maxon Shooter's Supplies & Indoor Range is a long-standing establishment in the firearms community, seeking to expand its instructor team. The firearms training program coordinator will manage instructors, oversee the training catalog, and ensure a positive learning experience for customers while promoting safety and engagement in shooting sports.

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Responsibilities

Manage the cadre of firearms instructors on Maxon staff

Administer/manage the full training catalog offered by Maxon

Provide reports and metrics on the success of the training program

Respond to customer questions and issues regarding private instruction and formal classes

Input all class information into Maxon calendar and work with marketing department on enhancing class sign-ups

Provide outstanding customer service to our customers by always greeting them in a friendly manner, and making them feel welcome

Provide safety training and basic shooting fundamentals to our diverse and growing customer base

Assist customers in making purchasing decisions based on identifying and evaluating their individual needs, and effectively closing sales

Serve as Range Safety Officer (RSO) at times and ensure safety on the range by observing all users and respectfully, but immediately, stopping any actions that violate Maxon Shooter’s Supplies Range Safety Rules & Procedures

Follow proper protocols for checking customers in to and out of the shooting range

Qualification

Firearms instruction experienceInstructor CertificationFirearm actionsInterpersonal skillsVerbal communication

Required

HS diploma or equivalent

Must be at least 21 years of age and possess a valid Firearm Owner's Identification Card (FOID)

Must possess a concealed carry permit and an Instructor Certification from either the NRA or USCCA or equivalent

Flexibility in work schedule needed to include potential evenings and weekends

Be well versed in all types of firearm actions (semi-auto, revolver, lever action, pump action, DA/SA, SAO, etc) including all platforms of pistols, rifles, and shotguns

Excellent interpersonal and verbal communication skills: Personable, Reliable, Knowledgeable, Great Communicator, Understand the Value of Reputation

3-5 years of firearms instruction experience preferred