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Volunteer Firearms Instructor Jobs (NOW HIRING)

$90K/yr

Firearms; Physical Skills; or equivalent investigative/protective methods/ techniques ... Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable ...

Firearms Trainer

Fort Wayne, IN · On-site

$40K - $60K/yr

More than a technical instructor, you are a cultural ambassador and customer advocate. You ensure ... Memberships, discounts, medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401k match, group and voluntary life ...

Firearms Trainer

Detroit, MI · On-site

$10 - $14/hr

More than a technical instructor, you are a cultural ambassador and customer advocate. You ensure ... Memberships, discounts, medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401k match, group and voluntary life ...

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How much do volunteer firearms instructor jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 29, 2026, the average yearly pay for volunteer firearms instructor in the United States is $58,692.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $55,500.00 and $60,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Volunteer Firearms Instructor vs Certified Firearms Instructor?

AspectVolunteer Firearms InstructorCertified Firearms Instructor
CertificationsTypically requires firearm safety and training certifications, often voluntaryRequires official certifications/licenses, often mandated by state or industry standards
Work EnvironmentCommunity programs, volunteer organizations, shooting rangesPrivate training facilities, law enforcement agencies, security firms
Employer & Industry UsageNonprofit, community-based, recreational shootingCommercial, law enforcement, security sectors

Volunteer Firearms Instructors focus on community safety and firearm education without mandatory certifications, often working in volunteer settings. Certified Firearms Instructors hold official credentials and work in professional environments, providing formal training. The key difference lies in certification requirements and employment context, with Volunteer Firearms Instructors typically serving community programs and Certified Firearms Instructors working in professional, regulated settings.

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Infographic showing various Volunteer Firearms Instructor job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 84% Full Time, and 16% Part Time. Highlights an 100% Physical job distribution, with an average salary of $58,692 per year, or $28.2 per hour.
Part-Time Administration of Justice (AOJ) Instructor

Part-Time Administration of Justice (AOJ) Instructor

Southwestern Illinois College

Belleville, IL • On-site

Part-time

Medical, Retirement

Posted 16 days ago


Key responsibilities

  • Teach the objectives for any assigned course in the Administration of Justice program.

  • Assess student learning in assigned courses.

  • Report student progress as required by the college.


Southwestern Illinois College rating

8.2

Company rating: 8.2 out of 10

Based on 5 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

111th of 541 rated colleges and universities


Job description

ANNOUNCEMENT
Southwestern Illinois College is accepting applications for part-time instructors for the Administration of Justice program. Part-time instructors are hired on an as-needed basis. Your application will be placed in a pool for review as part-time teaching assignments become available.
POSITION DESCRIPTION
Part-time/adjunct faculty in the Administration of Justice program are responsible for teaching the objectives for any course assigned, the assessment of student learning, and reporting of student progress as required by the college.
QUALIFICATIONS
  1. Meets the minimum instructor requirements for any course assignment; required
  2. Associates of Arts or Associates of Applied Science degree in Administration of Justice or related field preferred.
  3. Three years AOJ experience, required
    1. For courses in corrections/private security requires at least 3 years in specific field
    2. For Firearms training, Illinois Law Enforcement Training and Standards Board firearms instructor certificate required
  4. Strong communication, organization, and interpersonal skills
  5. Competency with multiple instructional delivery methods (on-line, hybrid, web-enhanced, and face to face); preferred

STARTING PAY AND HOURS
Salary varies based on educational level and number of units taught. Starting rates for the current Academic Year can be viewed on SWIC's Employment page .
BENEFITS & PERKS:
Benefit availability and eligibility may vary from the summary listed below. Please visit www.swic.edu for more information.
  • Retirement savings plan through State Universities Retirement System of Illinois and voluntary 403(b) and 457(b) savings plan
  • Eligibility for medical coverage as outline in the Affordable Care Act
  • Employee Assistance Program, employee discounts, gym access, additional voluntary benefits and more!
WORK LOCATION
District-wide.
APPLICATION DEADLINE
Applications will be reviewed as assignments become available.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE
Required application materials, such as resume, cover letter and references, should be attached to your application. Other required application materials i.e., transcripts, etc., should be attached after your application has been submitted. Go to your My Job Applications page from the careers home page of your account.
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