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Georgia Southern is a dynamic university with three vibrant campuses in Hinesville, Savannah and Statesboro serving the communities in Southeast Georgia. As a Carnegie Doctoral/R2 institution, our world-class scholars instruct about 26,000 students in associate’s, bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral level degree programs. Whether you are seeking the charm of a small town, the traditions of a historical/urban destination near the beach or supporting our military service members and their families, Georgia Southern offers its faculty and staff the best of all worlds!

Beyond an ideal location, there is a place for you to work in an exciting environment abounding with opportunities for personal and professional growth. We are steeped in tradition and devoted to academic distinction in teaching, scholarship and service. In 2018 Forbes Magazine listed Georgia Southern, along with 10 other Georgia companies or institutions, as one of America’s Best Midsize Employers. Georgia Southern University is passionate about serving our region while preparing our students to be lifelong scholars, leaders, and responsible stewards of their communities and the world.

Statesboro Campus - Statesboro, GA

Shooting Sports Education Center

Responsible for providing leadership, oversight and day-to-day management of 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.

• Recruit, hire, train, develop, and supervise the full-time head archery coach, 20-25 student employees and 2 graduate assistants
• Review and enforce policies and procedures
• Provide instruction/coaching in archery and/or firearms as needed
• Serve on university and departmental work team and committees
• Lead, direct, supervise and evaluate firearms and archery programming, instruction, and special events and develop strategies that drive growth, continuous improvement, safety, participant satisfaction and achieve goals
• Provide leadership as camp director for all winter and summer camp programs to include, curriculum development, budgeting, marketing, execution, negotiating contracts with external coaches, and assessment of camps as well as administer external camp contracts and serve as their campus liaison
• Serve as rotating Range Master On Duty to include occasional nights, weekends, and holidays
• Manage operations for the firearms range and archery center to include related equipment to create a safe, clean, and enjoyable environment
• Maintain and utilize risk management best practices while maintaining industry standards for programming and operational procedures
• Assist in managing retail operations to include membership and point-of-sale software
• Enhance and influence marketing efforts for all SSEC programs and services in various formats
• Foster campus and community partnerships in support of programming and events including but not limited to GS Dept. of Health Sciences and Kinesiology, Statesboro-Bulloch County Parks & Recreation, Statesboro High School Rifle team, GS Public Safety, USA Archery, Georgia Archery Association, Georgia Bowhunters Archery Association, Bulloch County 4-H, GAPPS, GISA, NFAA, S3DA, NASP, USCCA, CMP, GS Rifle, USA Shooting, etc.

Educational Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in recreation, management, or a related field

Required Experience

• Three (3) or more years of related work experience

Additional Preferred Qualifications

• USA Archery Level 3-NTS coach certification
• USA Archery Certified Judge
• USCCA Concealed Carry & Home Defense Fundamentals Instructor or Training Counselor
• USCCA Women's Handgun & Self-Defense Fundamentals
• NRA Chief Range Safety Officer, Pistol or Rifle Certified Instructor or Training Counselor
• CPR/AED/First Aid certified instructor

Preferred Educational Qualifications

• Master's Degree

Preferred Experience

• Three (3) or more years of supervisory experience
• 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 tournaments
• Experience working in an educational setting

$49,400 - $56,600

This is an exempt position paid on a monthly basis.

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

ABILITIES

• Consistently exhibit engaging customer service
• Ability to work well in a diverse and inclusive environment through commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion
• 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 a large-scale archery and/or rifle tournaments
• Working knowledge to teach/coach students according to recognized archery and/or firearms curriculum standards

SKILLS

• Effective communication (verbal and written), organizational and human relations skills
• Effective conflict resolution skills

Open Until Filled

Application review may begin on May 18, 2023.

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 Shared Services Center at (877) 251-2644 or oneusgsupport@usg.edu.

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 hire and throughout employment.

Must be allowed to legally possess a firearm and bow.

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.

Believing that diversity, equity, and inclusion contribute to excellence in the workplace and to the quality of the University’s academic environment, Georgia Southern University is committed to recruiting and retaining diverse faculty and staff to support, promote, and serve a diverse student body and promote Inclusive Excellence. Candidates from underrepresented groups, whose work furthers the institution's Inclusive Excellence goals, and who bring to campus varied life experiences, perspectives and backgrounds are especially encouraged to apply.

• Must be able to perform duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation.
• May be required to maneuver items weighing up to 40 pounds with or without reasonable accommodations
• Work performed in indoor and outdoor environments
• Workweek may occasionally extend beyond 40 hours
• Evening and weekend work may be required
• Required to work in extreme temperatures at times
• Required to shoot a pistol, rifle, shotgun, crossbow, compound and recurve bows
• May be required to drive university vehicles

• Position of Trust + Education