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Summary NOTE: Job description statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to the job title. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. SUMMARY: A Range Master is a licensed peace officer certified by the T.C.O.L.E standards

An extensive background in firearms and maintenance of firearms is essential to this position, along with the ability to maintain a firearms range with upkeep and basic construction. Operation of mechanical equipment, i.e., tractors, mowers, trailers, etc., will be necessary from time to time. The Range Master must possess skills of communication and organization

Essential Duties ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES: Provides firearms qualification for staff members and others as may be assigned; Provides personal instruction to include remedial instruction; Develop lesson plans and training sessions for firearms and less lethal weapons; Operates, demonstrates, and fires a variety of weapons to include tasers, shotguns, handguns, and rifles; Incorporates new and advanced training aids into existing programs as appropriate; Reviews departmental policies, procedures, laws, codes, and like items relating to the use of force and recommends changes as needed; Conducts annual inspections of department-issued weapons, including shotguns, rifles, and authorized off-duty weapons; Provides maintenance and repairs to department - issued and authorized weapons, armory, and range equipment; Ability to operate and coordinate maintenance for the farm implements, such as tractors, mowers, etc., in the daily maintenance of the shooting range property; Works closely with Local Police Department Range Master and/ or Grounds Keeper to ensure compliance with shooting range protocol and coordinates shooting schedules with various law enforcement entities; (Mutual cooperation between agencies will always be a priority) Orders range supplies within budget guidelines and maintain inventory control for the same; Use computer and applicable software to update and maintain records for staff qualifications and weapons maintenance; Prepares and disseminates correspondence, memos, and schedules regarding qualification, weapons maintenance, and other information as necessary; Remains current with new methods of range training and armory operations; Assists in delivering confiscated, surrendered, and other types of weapons and ammunition to destruction sites in coordination with the Property Room Deputy; Observes the destruction of weapons and ammunition and maintains records regarding the same; Delivers and retrieves weapons for repair; Lifts and carries boxes of ammunition and other items weighing up to 50 pounds; Is a member of the Lubbock County Sheriff's Office Firearms Review Board; Maintains training records for all Jail and Peace Officer Certifications; Any duties as directed by the Sheriff of Lubbock County. Position Requirements SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: N/A QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: A Basic Peace Officer License and 5 years of certified firearms instructor training. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, and ABILITIES: Range Master's knowledge and abilities, which are required to perform the duties and responsibilities of these positions, are as follows: Local, State, and federal guidelines applicable to areas assigned; Sheriff Firearms, ammunition, and safety standards; Firearms inspection and repair; Range Target System; Computer applications; Interpersonal skills with other local, state, and federal agencies.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS: A Basic Peace Officer certificate from the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (T.C.O.L.E). Licensed T.C.O.L.E. Instructor and Firearms Instructor certificates

Glock and AR-15 Armorer Certification with 3 years of experience as an armorer is recommended. Supplemental Information PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; bend and kneel; and talk and hear. The employee is frequently required to stand and walk. The employee must frequently lift and/or move objects weighing up to 50 pounds, such as books and stacks of records, and occasionally must lift and/or move objects weighing 100 pounds or more.

The employee may be occasionally called upon to perform acts of intense physical exertion during emergency situations. Special vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distant vision, peripheral vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus. WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. This position requires that the range master be exposed to the extreme noise of firearms at random times, requiring the use of protective ear and eye devices during those times.

DISCLAIMER: The above description reflects the details considered necessary to describe the standard functions of this position and should not be constructed as a thorough description of all work requirements. The characteristics of the work environment described are representative of those that an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT EMPLOYER: Lubbock County will not discriminate in our employment practices based on an applicant's race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.