RANGE OFFICER I 4210

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS

The work involves performing routine duties involving the supervision and control of those using town rifle and pistol range facilities, and for assisting with general operation and maintenance of the range. A primary responsibility of the work is to insure the safe and efficient operation of the range by enforcing all established rules and regulations. The employee’s work involves a considerable amount of contact with the public and requires the ability to deal with range-users in a firm, but courteous and tactful manner. Work is performed under the direct supervision of a higher level Range Officer. Does related work as required.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES

Controls the firing of range-users, keeps firing walk clear of used shells, operates trap machine;

Signs people in on ledger, collects fees, provides targets and staples, checks pistol permits;

Enforces regulations governing the range, informs violators of rules for the correct use of firearms while on the range, orders persistent violators to leave the range;

Assists gun clubs in scheduling range facilities for rifle and pistol meets, practice, and other club

activities;

Assists with recordkeeping associated with range operations.

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

Good knowledge of the operation and care of firearms; good knowledge of the hazards and the necessary safety precautions to follow when handling and using firearms; good knowledge of State, Federal and local laws regulating the ownership and use of rifles, shotguns, handguns and automatic weapons; some knowledge of the operational and maintenance requirements of a firing range; skill in the use of smallbore firearms; ability to deal with the public in a courteous and tactful manner; ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions; ability to keep records and prepare reports; ability to get along well with others; good judgement; tact; courtesy; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

OPEN COMPETITIVE

Possession of a current certificate in one of the following areas:

A) Successful completion of N.R.A. Basic Range Safety Officer course; or,

B) N.R.A. certified instructor in rifle and pistol; or,

C) Federal firearms instructor; or,

D) Police firearms instructor; or,

E) Military firearms instructor; or,

F) New York State Hunter Safety instructor.

R 08/16/00

SUFFOLK COUNTY

Competitive