Assistant Director of Shooting Sports Education - Firearms
Inside Higher Ed, Statesboro, GA, United States
About Us
Georgia Southern University is the state's largest and most comprehensive center of higher education south of Atlanta. With nearly 150 degree programs at the bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral levels, Georgia Southern has been designated a Carnegie Doctoral/R2 "high research" university and serves more than 29,500 students from all 50 states, Washington D.C., and Puerto Rico as well as 106 nations. With three vibrant campuses—the Statesboro Campus, the Armstrong Campus in Savannah and the Liberty Campus in Hinesville—the University offers a dynamic environment that encourages learning, discovery and personal growth. It is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and has earned special accreditation from professional and academic associations that set standards in their fields. Georgia Southern is recognized by Forbes as one of "America's Best-In-State Employers" for 2025. Location
Statesboro, Georgia Statesboro Campus – Statesboro, GA Department Information
Shooting Sports Education Center Job Summary
Responsible for providing leadership, oversight and day‑to‑day management of the programs and operations of the Shooting Sports Education Center. This position will develop and implement firearms and archery programming, instruction, and competition for a wide range of skill levels from first time to advanced. Responsibilities
Lead, direct, supervise and evaluate firearms programming, instruction, special events and summer camps and develop strategies that drive growth, revenue, continuous improvement, safety and participant satisfaction. Manage operations of the Shooting Sports Education Center to include related equipment, creating a safe, clean, and enjoyable environment. Recruit, hire, train, supervise and develop student employees in the operation of the Center. Lead marketing and promotion efforts for all SSEC programs and services in various formats. Provide instruction/coaching in firearms and/or archery as needed and serve as rotating Range Master On Duty, including occasional nights, weekends and holidays. Provide leadership as camp director for all camp programs, including curriculum development, budgeting, marketing, execution, negotiating contracts with external coaches and assessment of camps, as well as administering all camp contracts. Maintain and utilize risk management best practices while maintaining industry standards for programming and operational procedures to include policies and procedures review and enforcement. Foster campus and community partnerships in support of programming and events, including but not limited to Shooting Sports Club, Southern Clay Target Team, GS Dept. of Health Sciences and Kinesiology, Bulloch County Recreation & Parks, local high school rifle teams, GS Public Safety, Bulloch County 4-H, GAPPS, GISA, USCCA, CMP, GS Rifle, USA Shooting, Georgia Wildlife Federation – Academics Afield, etc. Serve on university and departmental work teams and committees. Required Qualifications
Educational Requirements Bachelor's Degree in recreation, management, or a related field Required Experience Three (3) or more years of related work experience Preferred Qualifications
USCCA Concealed Carry & Home Defense Fundamentals Instructor or Training Counselor, USCCA Women's Handgun & Self-Defense Fundamentals Instructor NRA Chief Range Safety Officer, Pistol or Rifle Certified Instructor or Training Counselor Experience competing or instructing in the shooting sports Experience in firearms range operations to include lead management Experience in retail management Experience hosting large-scale, successful archery and/or rifle tournaments Experience working in an educational setting CPR/AED/First Aid certified instructor Preferred Educational Qualifications
Master's Degree Preferred Experience
Three (3) or more years of supervisory experience Proposed Salary
$46,513 - $58,100 Required Documents To Attach
Resume Cover Letter Two (2) Professional References Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Consistently exhibit engaging customer service Ability to support various constituencies served by the University Proven proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office, Google, and/or applications as required for specific position Knowledge
Adhere to University policies and procedures to meet Institutional goals and support University’s mission for student success Working knowledge of firearms and archery range operations and safety protocols Working knowledge of hosting large-scale tournaments Working knowledge to teach/coach participants according to recognized firearms and/or archery curriculum standards Skills
Effective communication (verbal and written), organizational and human relations skills Effective conflict resolution skills Apply Before Date
Open Until Filled Contact Information
Department of Human Resources – Phone (912) 478-6947; Email hrservice@georgiasouthern.edu Equal Employment Opportunity
Georgia Southern University provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, religion, age, veteran status, political affiliation, or disability. Individuals in need of reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act to participate in the search process should notify Human Resources: (912) 478-6947. Other Information
Must be able to perform duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation. Work generally performed in an office environment. Conducts cleaning and maintenance duties necessary to control and remove lead dust in compliance with OSHA and industry safety standards. Tasks include HEPA vacuuming and handling contaminated materials while using appropriate PPE. Work week may occasionally extend beyond 40 hours. Evening and weekend work may be required. Exposure to noise, distractions, unpredictable behaviors, and/or hazardous material. Work performed in indoor and outdoor environments. Stand, bend, walk and lift as needed throughout the day. Working with high-stress situations. Background Check
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Georgia Southern University is the state's largest and most comprehensive center of higher education south of Atlanta. With nearly 150 degree programs at the bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral levels, Georgia Southern has been designated a Carnegie Doctoral/R2 "high research" university and serves more than 29,500 students from all 50 states, Washington D.C., and Puerto Rico as well as 106 nations. With three vibrant campuses—the Statesboro Campus, the Armstrong Campus in Savannah and the Liberty Campus in Hinesville—the University offers a dynamic environment that encourages learning, discovery and personal growth. It is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and has earned special accreditation from professional and academic associations that set standards in their fields. Georgia Southern is recognized by Forbes as one of "America's Best-In-State Employers" for 2025. Location
Statesboro, Georgia Statesboro Campus – Statesboro, GA Department Information
Shooting Sports Education Center Job Summary
Responsible for providing leadership, oversight and day‑to‑day management of the programs and operations of the Shooting Sports Education Center. This position will develop and implement firearms and archery programming, instruction, and competition for a wide range of skill levels from first time to advanced. Responsibilities
Lead, direct, supervise and evaluate firearms programming, instruction, special events and summer camps and develop strategies that drive growth, revenue, continuous improvement, safety and participant satisfaction. Manage operations of the Shooting Sports Education Center to include related equipment, creating a safe, clean, and enjoyable environment. Recruit, hire, train, supervise and develop student employees in the operation of the Center. Lead marketing and promotion efforts for all SSEC programs and services in various formats. Provide instruction/coaching in firearms and/or archery as needed and serve as rotating Range Master On Duty, including occasional nights, weekends and holidays. Provide leadership as camp director for all camp programs, including curriculum development, budgeting, marketing, execution, negotiating contracts with external coaches and assessment of camps, as well as administering all camp contracts. Maintain and utilize risk management best practices while maintaining industry standards for programming and operational procedures to include policies and procedures review and enforcement. Foster campus and community partnerships in support of programming and events, including but not limited to Shooting Sports Club, Southern Clay Target Team, GS Dept. of Health Sciences and Kinesiology, Bulloch County Recreation & Parks, local high school rifle teams, GS Public Safety, Bulloch County 4-H, GAPPS, GISA, USCCA, CMP, GS Rifle, USA Shooting, Georgia Wildlife Federation – Academics Afield, etc. Serve on university and departmental work teams and committees. Required Qualifications
Educational Requirements Bachelor's Degree in recreation, management, or a related field Required Experience Three (3) or more years of related work experience Preferred Qualifications
USCCA Concealed Carry & Home Defense Fundamentals Instructor or Training Counselor, USCCA Women's Handgun & Self-Defense Fundamentals Instructor NRA Chief Range Safety Officer, Pistol or Rifle Certified Instructor or Training Counselor Experience competing or instructing in the shooting sports Experience in firearms range operations to include lead management Experience in retail management Experience hosting large-scale, successful archery and/or rifle tournaments Experience working in an educational setting CPR/AED/First Aid certified instructor Preferred Educational Qualifications
Master's Degree Preferred Experience
Three (3) or more years of supervisory experience Proposed Salary
$46,513 - $58,100 Required Documents To Attach
Resume Cover Letter Two (2) Professional References Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Consistently exhibit engaging customer service Ability to support various constituencies served by the University Proven proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office, Google, and/or applications as required for specific position Knowledge
Adhere to University policies and procedures to meet Institutional goals and support University’s mission for student success Working knowledge of firearms and archery range operations and safety protocols Working knowledge of hosting large-scale tournaments Working knowledge to teach/coach participants according to recognized firearms and/or archery curriculum standards Skills
Effective communication (verbal and written), organizational and human relations skills Effective conflict resolution skills Apply Before Date
Open Until Filled Contact Information
Department of Human Resources – Phone (912) 478-6947; Email hrservice@georgiasouthern.edu Equal Employment Opportunity
Georgia Southern University provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, religion, age, veteran status, political affiliation, or disability. Individuals in need of reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act to participate in the search process should notify Human Resources: (912) 478-6947. Other Information
Must be able to perform duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation. Work generally performed in an office environment. Conducts cleaning and maintenance duties necessary to control and remove lead dust in compliance with OSHA and industry safety standards. Tasks include HEPA vacuuming and handling contaminated materials while using appropriate PPE. Work week may occasionally extend beyond 40 hours. Evening and weekend work may be required. Exposure to noise, distractions, unpredictable behaviors, and/or hazardous material. Work performed in indoor and outdoor environments. Stand, bend, walk and lift as needed throughout the day. Working with high-stress situations. Background Check
Position of Trust + Education
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