This is responsible supervisory work in the management of a County firearms range.

An employee in this class is responsible for the supervision and management of Trail Glades Range consisting of pistol, rifle, trap and skeet, sporting clay and range safety operations. Responsibilities include supervising the overall operation of the facility with emphasis on total firearms and personal safety of the general public, enforcing established rules and regulations, conducting periodic inspections to determine maintenance and equipment requirements, supervising the retail sale of supplies and equipment, promoting and organizing special shooting events, and preparing budget estimates and operating reports. The incumbent exercises considerable independent judgment in ensuring the personal safety of the general public and in managing operations in accordance with established policies and procedures. Supervision is exercised over subordinate supervisors and range employees engaged in maintaining range facilities, providing assistance to the public, enforcing range safety, and operating a proshop. General supervision is received from an administrative superior who reviews work through personal observations and conferences, and written reports for effective facility management and quality of service to the shooting public.

ILLUSTRATIVE TASKS

Supervises subordinate supervisors and range employees engaged in operating a proshop, assisting the general public, enforcing range safety regulations, and maintaining range facilities and equipment; schedules assignments and hours of work for range employees.

Supervises and manages facility operations with emphasis on total firearms and personal safety of the general public as required by established rules, regulations and procedures.

Conducts periodic inspections to determine equipment and physical plant maintenance requirements.

Supervises operation of proshop; ensures accurate cash and sales records, and fee collections; determines appropriate inventory levels for stock; makes recommendations for changes in fees and prices of items for resale.

Explains safety policies and procedures to the public and to range employees; provides general information as required.

Promotes and organizes various shooting activities for the shooting public.

Conducts training sessions in person or through knowledgeable organizations concerning changes in gun laws and other subjects.

Prepares annual budget for the facility and periodic operating reports.

Makes recommendations regarding hiring, discipline and promotion of subordinates; authorizes leave and overtime; evaluates and rates employee performance.

Performs related work as required.

KNOWLEDGES, ABILITIES, AND SKILLS

Thorough knowledge of range safety practices on a firearms range.

Thorough knowledge of safety precautions required in the handling of firearms.

Considerable knowledge of the operating characteristics and maintenance requirements of typical hand and shoulder firearms.

Considerable knowledge of the principles of management as they apply to the management of a public service facility.

Considerable knowledge of retail sales management.

Considerable knowledge of firearms, ammunition, reloading components and related supplies and equipment.

Considerable knowledge of Florida gun laws and requirement of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms.

Knowledge of supervisory principles and practices.

Knowledge of purchasing practices and procedures.

Ability to manage a firearms range in accordance with departmental policies and procedures and established range safety practices and procedures.

Ability to supervise subordinates in a manner conducive to full performance and high morale.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with subordinates, superiors and the public.

Ability to enforce range safety practices firmly and tactfully.

Ability to maintain records and repair operational reports.

Skill in the care and use of firearms.

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