Part-Time Range Operations Associate at Hillsdale College – Hillsdale, Michigan

Position Title: Part-Time Range Operations Associate

Posting Number: S237P

Department: Shooting Sports

Position Type: Staff
Job Description: About Hillsdale College & the Halter CenterHillsdale College is an independent institution dedicated to the pursuit of truth and the preservation of civil and religious liberty. The Halter Shooting Sports Education Center reflects this mission by advancing shooting sports education, safety, and leadership. Home to the Ailes and Nimrod Ranges, the Center supports collegiate athletes, law enforcement training, donor events, and public programs.

Job SummaryThis is a part-time position that will help support day-to-day operations of the Nimrod Complex range. The individual will be required to ensure a professional, efficient, and safe shooting environment while maintaining a high standard of conduct, safety, and professionalism across all facilities.

Essential Job Functions

1. Monitor live-fire activity to ensure compliance with safety protocols and range SOPs
2. Assist with safety briefings, emergency procedures, and risk mitigation practices
3. Provide support during student use, public events, and donor activities
4. Conduct range inspections and report equipment or facility issues
5. Maintain a professional presence during competitions, training sessions, and leagues
6. Help train and supervise volunteers and part-time range safety staff
7. Foster a respectful, disciplined, and mission-aligned culture on the range
8. Support daily range setup, operations, and cleanup for large-bore and action shooting disciplines
9. Coordinate with the Nimrod Complex Operations Associate
10. Instruct users of the range as needed
11. Assist with maintenance of the range, targets, and equipment
12. Maintain high standards of safety on the range
13. Assist the Nimrod Complex Operations Associate with managing camps, matches, and other events at the facility
14. Assist with other responsibilities at the following including, but not limited to:
    • AcuSport Lodge
    • Archery Range
    • Ailes Range
    • Shotgun Fields

Required Qualifications: Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements below represent the required knowledge, skill, and/or ability.

Education & Experience

• A high school diploma is required for this position.
• Some experience in shooting sports, firearms usage, and firearms safety protocols is necessary.
• Experience in firearms instruction is preferred.
• NRA or USCCA certifications are preferred.

Other Skills: Other Skills

1. General understanding of and familiarity with firearms usage and range safety protocols
2. Situational awareness and good judgement
3. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
4. Ability to work in outdoor and variable weather conditions
5. Ability to keep calm and remain personable under pressure.
6. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Software and email processes.
7. A clean, neat appearance in addition to good verbal and written communication skills.
8. Ability to keep information confidential when interacting with athletes, students, donors, and public guests.
9. Dependability, punctuality, and the ability to accomplish assigned tasks without direct supervision.

Physical Demands: Physical Requirements

• Ability to read, write, hear, speak, see, and communicate effectively.
• Ability to operate basic office equipment.
• This position is primarily sedentary.
• Occasional lifting up to 20lbs. of office supplies and other materials, as necessary.

Open Until Filled: No
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Documents Needed To Apply (Required Documents & Optional Documents): Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter

Optional Documents

1. Letter of Recommendation