Pistol Instructor

Job Description

Job Description

Position Overview

The Marksman Experience Pistol Instructor delivers advanced training focused on dynamic and competitive handgun application. Unlike static lane shooting, this role specializes in active mechanics, including fast and accurate shooting at multiple targets. The instructor ensures student safety while providing actionable feedback to shooters of varying experience levels.

Key Responsibilities

• Providing instruction to guests and other instructors in all firearms disciplines, with a focus on pistol shooting
• Ensures range safety and serves as the lead pistol instructor for the Marksman Experience Program
• Model the Scout Oath and Law in daily interactions

• Maintain a clean, organized, inspected, neat, and safe work area
• Perform additional duties assigned by SBR leadership

• Abide by policies and procedures outlined in the SBR staff handbook

Qualifications

• Minimum age: 21 years old

• Required: Provide proof of experience in competitive practical shooting (USPSA/IDPA/PCSL) or similar
  • -OR- Able to pass a pistol shooting assessment
• Willing to become a registered Scouting America member (includes background screening)
• Comfortable using Microsoft Teams for daily work-related communication

Physical & Practical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, and hike up to 9 hours daily and ability to lift/move up to 70 pounds
• Complete the Annual Health and Medical Record , including height/weight guidelines
• Housing : 10'x12' platform tent in Staff Camp | Uniform: Summit Staff Uniform | Work Hours : 45-55
• Able to pass a pistol shooting assessment

Desired Traits

• High emotional intelligence (such as self/social awareness and team dynamics)
• Positive and cheerful attitude with a strong customer-service focus
• Adaptability in a fast-paced environment with ability to learn/develop hard and soft skills
• Ability to connect with individuals from diverse age groups, maturity, and backgrounds