Range Safety Officer

Range Safety Officer (RSO) **Schedule:** Monday–Friday **1:00 pm–8:30 pm** · Saturday–Sunday **11:00 am–8:30 pm** The Range Safety Officer is central to the safe operation of the range and to providing a professional, safe, and enjoyable experience for guests and Members. This is **not an entry\-level firearms position**. Applicants must already have current, practical firearms experience and be comfortable safely handling pistols, revolvers, rifles, and shotguns before applying. This role requires direct supervision of shooters on a live\-fire range. A candidate who does not already have working firearms knowledge will not be a fit for this position. What you’ll do * Monitor all range patrons to ensure safe firearm handling and compliance with all range rules and company policies. * Watch for unsafe behavior, including poor muzzle control, trigger\-finger violations, improper loading/unloading, and unsafe firearm handling. * Correct guests professionally when they violate a rule or policy. * Greet and assist range patrons to help provide a safe and pleasant shooting experience. * Assist customers with lane assignments, target operation, and basic range equipment issues. * Maintain the appearance, cleanliness, and safe operation of the range. * Document range damage, safety incidents, equipment issues, and policy violations. * Know and follow emergency response plans when required. * Educate customers on range rules, safe firearm handling expectations, and basic range procedures. * Perform daily cleaning and maintenance of range facilities. * Maintain productive relationships with regular customers and Members. * Perform other duties as assigned. Required qualifications * **Current, practical firearms experience is required.** * Must be able to safely handle and identify common pistols, revolvers, rifles, and shotguns. * Must understand basic firearm safety, range commands, loading/unloading procedures, and safe muzzle discipline. * Must be comfortable supervising shooters on a live\-fire range. * Must be able to recognize unsafe firearm handling and correct it immediately. * **2\+ years of recent firearms experience preferred.** * Prior military, law enforcement, range, firearms retail, instructor, or competitive shooting experience is preferred but not required. * Excellent verbal communication skills. * Comfortable working in a fast\-paced environment and occasionally stressful situations. * Personable, professional, and able to communicate clearly with new and experienced shooters. * Mechanical aptitude is a plus. * Basic computer skills are required. * Legally authorized to work in the United States. * Legally able to possess a firearm. * Must be **21 years of age or older**. * High School Diploma or equivalent. *DFW Gun Range \& Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer.* Job Types: Full\-time, Part\-time Pay: $14\.00 \- $15\.00 per hour Experience: * Firearm: 1 year (Required) Work Location: In person