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... instructors, and small business partners in your territory. * Deliver engaging group presentations - often after concealed carry classes - that share the USCCA story without sounding like a ...

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How much do concealed carry instructor jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for concealed carry instructor in the United States is $28.43, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.31 and $43.27 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a concealed carry instructor?

Concealed Carry Instructors are certified professionals who teach individuals how to safely and legally carry a concealed firearm. They provide instruction on firearm safety, handling, storage, relevant laws, and self-defense situations. These instructors often help students meet state requirements for obtaining a concealed carry permit. Their courses typically include both classroom education and practical shooting exercises to ensure responsible gun ownership.

What are some common challenges concealed carry instructors face when working with diverse student backgrounds?

Concealed Carry Instructors often work with students who have varying levels of firearms experience, comfort, and learning styles. A common challenge is ensuring that each participant fully understands safe handling and legal responsibilities, regardless of prior knowledge. Instructors must adapt their teaching methods to communicate effectively, maintain a safe environment, and address any apprehension or misconceptions among students. Building trust and fostering open communication are key to helping all students succeed and feel confident in their skills.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a concealed carry instructor, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Concealed Carry Instructor, you need comprehensive firearms knowledge, a valid instructor certification (often from the NRA or a state-recognized body), and a thorough understanding of gun safety laws. Familiarity with training aids, range safety equipment, and digital learning platforms is typically required. Outstanding communication, patience, and the ability to calmly handle stressful situations are crucial soft skills for effectively teaching and ensuring student safety. These skills and qualities are essential for building responsible, well-informed permit holders and maintaining a safe learning environment.

What is the difference between Concealed Carry Instructor vs Firearms Instructor?

AspectConcealed Carry InstructorFirearms Instructor
CertificationsState-specific concealed carry permits, NRA or similar firearm safety certificationsGeneral firearm safety, NRA certifications, specialized training
Work EnvironmentClassrooms, shooting ranges, outdoor training areasVaried settings including ranges, training facilities, and private lessons
Employer & Industry UsagePrivate security, firearm training schools, law enforcement supportMilitary, law enforcement, civilian firearm training

Concealed Carry Instructors focus on teaching individuals how to safely carry concealed firearms, often requiring specific state permits and safety certifications. Firearms Instructors have broader training roles, covering general firearm safety and skills across various settings. While both roles involve firearm education, Concealed Carry Instructors specialize in concealed carry laws and safety, making their certifications more tailored to civilian concealed carry needs.

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Infographic showing various Concealed Carry Instructor job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 77% Full Time, and 23% Part Time. Highlights an 85% In-person, and 15% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $59,142 per year, or $28.4 per hour.

Account Executive - Phoenix, AZ Featured

West Bend, WI โ€ข On-site

Delta Defense
Personal Servicesย โ€ขย 501 - 1,000 employees

$70K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, PTO

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Job description

Job Category: Sales

Requisition Number: ACCOU002036

Description

Account Executive (Outside Sales)

Delta Defense / U.S. Concealed Carry Association โ€” hiring for Phoenix, AZ

We protect the protectors.

If you're looking for a 9-to-5, a desk, or a quota spreadsheet to hide behind, this isn't that. This is a calling โ€” not a sales job.

At Delta Defense, we stand for something bigger than a product. We believe the inalienable right to self-defense is fundamental to freedom. We believe in personal responsibility, training, and protecting the people we love. And we exist for the millions of responsible American gun owners โ€” and those who may one day legally defend themselves โ€” who take that responsibility seriously.

Delta Defense is the private company behind the marketing, operations, and customer service of the U.S. Concealed Carry Association (USCCA) โ€” an organization dedicated to safeguarding the life, freedom, and finances of responsibly armed Americans. As an Outside Sales Account Executive, you carry that mission into every parking lot, range, retailer, and training room you step into.

The reality of this role

Most days, you'll be earning attention before you earn the sale.

You may stand up at the end of a concealed carry class in front of people who just spent several hours learning how to carry responsibly. They may be tired. They may be unsure whether USCCA Membership is right for them. They may not yet understand the value you're there to share.

You'll visit ranges, retailers, and training partners where people have heard plenty of sales pitches before. Your job is not to push harder. It's to build trust, ask good questions, understand what matters to them, and earn the right to be heard.

That's what makes this role different. It's face-to-face, relationship-driven, and credibility-first โ€” especially with firearms instructors, range owners, and everyday Americans who care deeply about self-defense, personal responsibility, and financial freedom.

If you're a responsible gun owner who enjoys being at the range, talking gear and training, and helping others protect themselves, you'll bring instant authenticity. If you're new to the space but eager to learn the community, be honest about that too โ€” people here respect humility, curiosity, and follow-through far more than a memorized pitch.

What the best AEs on this team actually sound like

Our top AEs don't sound like sales reps. They sound like:

  • The instructor's peer โ€” because they've sat in the class themselves, cleaned the same gun, and earned the instructor's trust before ever pitching.
  • The neighbor at the range โ€” the one who answers a real question plainly, without turning every conversation into a close.
  • The educator โ€” walking a first-time carrier through "what happens if..." in a way that respects their intelligence and their concern.
  • The trusted advisor โ€” the one instructors refer their students to, because they've seen how you handle people.
  • The quiet closer โ€” who knows when to stop talking and let the member decide. The solution fits the person, not just the pipeline.

They didn't jump to the answer. They acknowledged what was going on. They took time to discover what mattered. They made the person feel heard. Then they influenced the outcome โ€” guiding, simplifying, and building confidence.

That's not a script. That's how great AEs operate. And that's the bar.

Territory, Schedule & Travel

Current Opening in Phoenix, Arizona

This role requires evenings and weekends, aligned with when range classes actually run and retail activity is alive. You'll have flexibility during the day โ€” but not a traditional 9โ€“5.

Travel: approximately 70% within your territory. Home every night, with minimal exceptions.

What you'll do

  • Build a strong local presence by developing real relationships with gun ranges, firearms retailers, instructors, and small business partners in your territory.
  • Deliver engaging group presentations โ€” often after concealed carry classes โ€” that share the USCCA story without sounding like a commercial.
  • Educate individuals on training, education, and self-defense liability protection as responsibly armed Americans.
  • Close USCCA memberships using ethical, consultative sales techniques that respect the member.
  • Own and grow your territory pipeline โ€” prospecting, nurturing, and showing up consistently.
  • Deliver an outstanding member experience every step of the way โ€” because the relationship doesn't end at the sale.

Compensation & Earnings

Base Pay

  • $70,000/year
  • Guaranteed for your first 12 months

Commission

  • 12% flat commission
  • Applies to:
    • New USCCA memberships (Gold, Platinum, Elite)
    • Spousal add-ons
  • Commissions become payable after the member remains active for 90 days
  • Paid on the 10th of the 4th month after the sale
    • Example: January sale โ†’ Paid May 10

Additional Benefits

  • Mileage reimbursement + tax-free car allowance
  • $50/month cell phone allowance
  • Company-provided computer equipment & branded apparel
  • Opportunity to earn a Top Shots sales trip (taxable)
  • Robust insurance package:
    • Medical, Dental, Vision
    • HSA & FSA
    • Life, STD, LTD
  • 23 days PTO
  • 8 company holidays
  • Paid annual volunteer service day
  • Tuition reimbursement

What We're Looking For

Required

  • High school diploma or GED
  • Ability to pass State Property & Casualty Insurance exam (training provided)
  • Strong professionalism, discretion, and integrity
  • Self-driven, organized, and accountable

Preferred

  • Field or outside sales experience
  • Proven territory growth through prospecting and pipeline management
  • Confident, persuasive presentation skills
  • Strong closing ability
  • Experience in the firearms industry highly desirable
  • Firearms instructor certificationโ€”or interest in becoming certified
  • Basic proficiency with Salesforce and Google Workspace

Our commitment to you

If you're selected for this role, you'll receive the tools, coaching, and support you need to succeed. To set you up for a strong start, you'll complete a required, paid training program that runs for the first 5 weeks. Training includes on-site orientation at company headquarters, self-paced learning, and a blend of virtual and in-person instructor-led classroom training. Because the training builds week to week, you'll need to be fully available throughout the program.

Why Delta Defense?

Do work that matters. Grow with a company that keeps moving forward.

At Delta Defense, we're united by a mission bigger than any one role: helping responsible Americans protect the people they love. That mission shows up in everything we do and in everyone we hire.

Growth here isn't just about getting bigger. It's about getting better.

  • 15 consecutive years on the Inc. 5000 list of America's fastest-growing private companies. This distinction is shared by just eight companies on the 2026 list.
  • More than 860,000 USCCA Members served nationwide. Serving them well is why we're here and why the work matters. We are obsessed with the people we serve.
  • A culture committed to growth. We invest in our people, sharpen how we work, and never settle.
  • Meaningful work with real impact. Every role contributes to moving our mission forward.

We're built different. If that sounds like you, discover what's possible at Delta Defense.

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