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Assistant Director of Shooting Sports Education - Firearms
Job ID: 296614
Location: Statesboro, Georgia
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular
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 - Georgia Southern offers a dynamic environment which encourages learning, discovery and personal growth. The University 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 an influencer and intellectual catalyst in southeast Georgia, a rapidly expanding region that is home to international companies such as Hyundai, Gulfstream and JCB, as well as the Port of Savannah and Georgia Ports Authority. With a focus on hands-on learning, Georgia Southern is supporting the demand for highly skilled workers by providing academic excellence and creative innovation in a supportive student-centered environment that empowers the next generation of leaders to succeed.
Beyond an ideal location, there is a place for you to work in an exciting environment abounding with opportunities for personal and professional growth. Named one of the Best U.S. Colleges by The Wall Street Journal, Georgia Southern is nationally ranked for the caliber of its programs and services. Georgia Southern University has been recognized by Forbes as one of "America's Best-In-State Employers" for 2025.
Location
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 to include 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 that leads to creating a safe, clean, and enjoyable environment
• Recruit, hire, train, supervise and develop student employees in the operation of the Shooting Sports Education 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 Rangemaster On Duty to include occasional nights, weekends, and holidays
• Provide leadership as camp director for all camp programs to include, curriculum development, budgeting, marketing, execution, negotiating contracts with external coaches, and assessment of camps as well as administer 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 team 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
Additional 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
This is an exempt position paid on a monthly basis.
Required Documents to Attach

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Two (2) Professional References

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
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
Application review may begin as early as April 1, 2026.
Contact Information
For more information or questions about a job posting, please contact the Department of Human Resources by phone at (912) 478-6947 or by email at hrservice@georgiasouthern.edu.
For technical support, please call the USG Service Desk at (877) 251.2644, or email support@usg.edu.
USG Core Values
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.
Conditions of Employment
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with Georgia Southern University, as determined by Georgia Southern University in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test.
Offers are made expressly subject to the applicable federal and state laws, to the statutes, rules and regulations of this institution and to the Bylaws and Policies of the Board of Regents (BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG), which are available for your inspection upon request.
Legally authorized to work in the United States for the duration of employment without assistance from the University.
Must be able to perform duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation.
Georgia Southern University is a Tobacco and Smoke-Free Community.
Proof of valid driver's license upon and throughout employment.
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 to 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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