| Club Field Liaison - 2 positions available |
LOCATIONS: One position in each of the Central and Western regions. These are part-time positions, working not more than 20 hours/week.
SUMMARY: Acts as representative for the National Rifle Association on an area level to NRA members, volunteers, and clubs and associations. Promotes membership development programs and NRA programs and services. Assists National Manager, Community Engagement in developing and updating promotional tools for marketing. Knowledge of and support for the mission of the National Rifle Association.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Promotes NRA membership recruitment programs and services by networking with the state associations, NRA affiliated clubs and Business Alliance members; promotes and recruits club and business memberships, actively seeks out and recruits shooting sports clubs as NRA affiliated clubs as assigned.
2. Serves as a clearing house for the numerous requests for information regarding NRA membership services and programs.
3. Answers questions regarding Club and Business Alliance affiliation, renewals, and club status via phone, email and/or videoconference.
4. Work with coordinators/managers in Community Engagement division as well as other divisions to help promote new/existing programs into clubs.
5. Process new applications for Club and Business Alliance and renewal invoices for Clubs and Business Alliance in an accurate and timely manner. Update Clubs database with member information in an accurate and timely manner.
6. Prepares and submits in a timely manner all reports including; Weekly Reports, Call Reports, Time Cards, Expense Reports and others as may be required.
7. Promote shooting sports programs to encourage the participation of the American public by guiding established shooting clubs and other
organizations in the implementation of shooting sports programs especially directed at youth and women.
8. Assist Manager with developing ways to maintain and increase club and Business Alliance affiliations. including, but not limited to, the following:
- Promotional mailings for recruitment and renewals
- Promotional brochures for Clubs & Associations and NRA Business Alliance
- Webinars, social media promotions/content
9. Assist Manager, Community Engagement with Club Awards program by helping department gathering applications, promoting the programs, and recognition of award winners and other applicants.
10. In concert with the Manager and Director, Community Engagement, establishes annual goals and objectives for the respective area.
11. Travel to affiliated or potential affiliated clubs and business alliances, to promote the programs of the National Rifle Association, up to and including membership.
12. Perform other duties as assigned.
SCOPE: High visibility with NRA staff, affiliated clubs, business alliance members, and general public. Occasional to frequent travel and weekend work required. Position functions with minimal day-to-day supervision.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: BA or BS degree is preferred, and a strong background in the shooting sports is recommended. Experience with NRA programs and Recruiting preferred.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Excellent oral and communication skills required. Extensive knowledge of and experience in the use of work processing and database software required. Proven ability to work independently as well as part of a team essential.
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| Deputy Director, Competitive Shooting |
LOCTION: Onsite, full-time, M-F
SUMMARY: Assists the Director in overseeing and managing all aspects of the Competitive Shooting Division's activities, including program development, contract management, marketing, advertising, fundraising, budgeting, and personnel. Performs the duties and responsibilities of the Division Director in the absence of Division Director. Knowledge of and support for the mission of the National Rifle Association.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
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1. Act as the Division's Championships Coordinator, providing continuity among the Departments involved with each Championship event. Recommend courses of action to resolve conflicts either within a specific championship or among championships including the distribution of resources.
2. Develops, staffs and maintains a proactive strategy to be used to promote competitive shooting at clubs and state associations that either have limited programs, restricted shooting activities or no formal activities at all. Annually updates program data to determine new areas for potential growth and assists shooting activity managers with promoting competitive events.
3. Assists the Division Director with the development of the division's annual budget based on approved strategies.
4. Reviews, staffs and maintains a link with recognized amateur shooting organizations, including shotgun, to determine NRA's role and amount of support necessary to promote successfully formal/organized shooting events.
5. Provides assistance to the NRA Media Division relative to the production of marketing/advertising program materials and campaigns.
6. Performs all duties associated with appointment as the Secretary of the NRA Competitive Shooting Committees as assigned.
7. Attend the various competitive events, including but not limited to, National and World Championships to meet with match officials, competitors, present awards and be an official NRA representative to these events.
8. Represents the National Rifle Association and/or the Competitive Shooting Division at special events as directed.
9. Performs duties as a Coordinator/Deputy Coordinator, Director, Officer or other official at NRA Competitive events as assigned.
10. Perform other duties as assigned.
SCOPE: High visibility with Competitive Shooting Division staff, competitive shooters who participate in NRA events, recognized amateur shooting organizations, managers in other NRA divisions, key members of NRA affiliated clubs and State Associations, and shooting industry representatives. Position requires frequent local and national travel. Frequent weekend work required. Position functions in a fast-paced work environment with minimal direct supervision. Position requires the ability to lift and carry a maximum of 50 lbs. of materials. Position requires the ability to traverse rough terrain in the performance of duties at competitive shooting events.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Four-year degree preferred. Substantial experience in management, supervision and financial analysis required. National level competitive shooting experience a plus.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES: Excellent oral and written communications skills required. Demonstrated ability to organize and correlate data essential. Demonstrated ability to organize briefings and deliver presentations essential. Must be a self-starter with excellent interpersonal skills required. Knowledge of the shooting sports essential. Knowledge of competitive shooting rules and rules development essential. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite required. Willingness to learn additional software packages required. Proven ability to supervise and motivate support staff essential.
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| NRA Field Representative - Area 31 (AZ, NM) |
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LOCATION: Must live within the assigned state/region
SUMMARY: Responsible for volunteer management and development to create successful Friends of NRA fundraising activities in the assigned area. Promotes the NRA Foundation grant program and NRA programs. Knowledge of and support for the mission of the National Rifle Association. May be required to cover events/territory other than home area.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
1) Develops, organizes and manages successful Friends of NRA fundraising activities such as banquets, special events and raffles to meet annual fundraising objectives.
2) Provides leadership, training and direction to Friends of NRA volunteers, committee officers and State Fund Committee through regular meetings and workshops. Ensures volunteer compliance with all operating and financial policies outlined in the Event Fundraising Guide.
3) Completes, submits and maintains all required event financial reports in a timely manner and ensures that all expenses stay within the approved budget.
4) Coordinates the distribution of state Foundation grant applications; serves as Secretary of the State Fund Committee; and ensures compliance with all requirements of the Foundation state grants.
5) Identifies, recruits and retains new Friends of NRA volunteers to capitalize on area growth opportunities.
6) Serves as a liaison between the NRA, members, affiliated clubs, state associations, and other state and local organizations.
7) Serves as a clearinghouse for requests of information regarding NRA programs.
SCOPE: High visibility with NRA volunteers and membership, NRA Board of Directors, and NRA staff. Responsible for large sums of money on a regular basis, and the care and maintenance of NRA equipment. Functions in a fast paced, deadline oriented work environment with varied priorities and responsibilities and minimal direct supervision. Position requires frequent driving and extended work hours, including weekends and evenings. Ability to lift and carry 25-30 pounds required.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: A Bachelor's degree is preferred, and a strong background in the shooting sports is recommended. Previous experience in a leadership position and business management is essential. Banquet fundraising, volunteer recruitment and volunteer management experience is preferred.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES: Proficiency in MS Office suite required. Strong public speaking, and a sales and marketing background required. Strong organizational and time-management skills are critical. Valid driver's license with no restrictions required.
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| NRA Field Representative - Area 46 (NV) |
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LOCATION: Must live within the assigned state/region
SUMMARY: Responsible for volunteer management and development to create successful Friends of NRA fundraising activities in the assigned area. Promotes the NRA Foundation grant program and NRA programs. Knowledge of and support for the mission of the National Rifle Association. May be required to cover events/territory other than home area.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
1) Develops, organizes and manages successful Friends of NRA fundraising activities such as banquets, special events and raffles to meet annual fundraising objectives.
2) Provides leadership, training and direction to Friends of NRA volunteers, committee officers and State Fund Committee through regular meetings and workshops. Ensures volunteer compliance with all operating and financial policies outlined in the Event Fundraising Guide.
3) Completes, submits and maintains all required event financial reports in a timely manner and ensures that all expenses stay within the approved budget.
4) Coordinates the distribution of state Foundation grant applications; serves as Secretary of the State Fund Committee; and ensures compliance with all requirements of the Foundation state grants.
5) Identifies, recruits and retains new Friends of NRA volunteers to capitalize on area growth opportunities.
6) Serves as a liaison between the NRA, members, affiliated clubs, state associations, and other state and local organizations.
7) Serves as a clearinghouse for requests of information regarding NRA programs.
SCOPE: High visibility with NRA volunteers and membership, NRA Board of Directors, and NRA staff. Responsible for large sums of money on a regular basis, and the care and maintenance of NRA equipment. Functions in a fast paced, deadline oriented work environment with varied priorities and responsibilities and minimal direct supervision. Position requires frequent driving and extended work hours, including weekends and evenings. Ability to lift and carry 25-30 pounds required.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: A Bachelor's degree is preferred, and a strong background in the shooting sports is recommended. Previous experience in a leadership position and business management is essential. Banquet fundraising, volunteer recruitment and volunteer management experience is preferred.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES: Proficiency in MS Office suite required. Strong public speaking, and a sales and marketing background required. Strong organizational and time-management skills are critical. Valid driver's license with no restrictions required.
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| NRA Field Representative - Area 53 (Alaska) |
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LOCATION: Must live within the assigned state/region
SUMMARY: Responsible for volunteer management and development to create successful Friends of NRA fundraising activities in the assigned area. Promotes the NRA Foundation grant program and NRA programs. Knowledge of and support for the mission of the National Rifle Association. May be required to cover events/territory other than home area.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
1) Develops, organizes and manages successful Friends of NRA fundraising activities such as banquets, special events and raffles to meet annual fundraising objectives.
2) Provides leadership, training and direction to Friends of NRA volunteers, committee officers and State Fund Committee through regular meetings and workshops. Ensures volunteer compliance with all operating and financial policies outlined in the Event Fundraising Guide.
3) Completes, submits and maintains all required event financial reports in a timely manner and ensures that all expenses stay within the approved budget.
4) Coordinates the distribution of state Foundation grant applications; serves as Secretary of the State Fund Committee; and ensures compliance with all requirements of the Foundation state grants.
5) Identifies, recruits and retains new Friends of NRA volunteers to capitalize on area growth opportunities.
6) Serves as a liaison between the NRA, members, affiliated clubs, state associations, and other state and local organizations.
7) Serves as a clearinghouse for requests of information regarding NRA programs.
SCOPE: High visibility with NRA volunteers and membership, NRA Board of Directors, and NRA staff. Responsible for large sums of money on a regular basis, and the care and maintenance of NRA equipment. Functions in a fast paced, deadline oriented work environment with varied priorities and responsibilities and minimal direct supervision. Position requires frequent driving and extended work hours, including weekends and evenings. Ability to lift and carry 25-30 pounds required.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: A Bachelor's degree is preferred, and a strong background in the shooting sports is recommended. Previous experience in a leadership position and business management is essential. Banquet fundraising, volunteer recruitment and volunteer management experience is preferred.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES: Proficiency in MS Office suite required. Strong public speaking, and a sales and marketing background required. Strong organizational and time-management skills are critical. Valid driver's license with no restrictions required.
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| Part-time Range Officer (Multiple openings) |
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Works at NRA Range at Headquarters in Fairfax, VA.
The schedule varies from week to week. Range Officers must be able to work evenings, nights, days and weekend hours. Must be availble for day/afternoon/evening shifts Monday through Friday and weekend/holiday shifts. One shift per weekend is required.
Applicants must be eligible to have access to firearms and ammunition and should have range shooting experience. Preference given to those persons who have worked as Range Safety Officers or have training as such. NRA Certified Instructors and/or NRA Certified Trainers are welcomed.
Applicants must be at least 21 years of age and should have an interest in and support for the Second Amendment, Second Amendment issues, an understanding of NRA's mission, strong customer service and verbal skills, attention to detail and be willing to take direction. Firearms knowledge and experience necessary.
Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. Vacancies will be filled as they occur. Multiple vacancies are available now. Please send resume and cover letter to [email protected] or click the link below the posting.
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| State Director (AZ, NV, CA, HI) |
LOCATION: Based in AZ - must be in commuting distance to Carson City or Phoenix
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. This description reflects management's assignment of essential functions; it does not limit or restrict the tasks which may be assigned, which are subject to change at any time.
As directed by the NRA-ILA State & Local Affairs Managing Director:
1. Direct all state legislative, political, and lobbying activities for the Association in assigned states.
2. Track and conduct research and analysis on firearms and hunting-related bills. Timely report same to NRA.
3. Engage directly in legislative lobbying on Second Amendment issues by establishing and maintaining strong and productive personal contacts among elected and appointed officials and staff with jurisdiction over issues affecting the Association.
4. Develop and execute overall strategy and message development in conjunction with leadership, the public relations team, and other ILA divisions.
5. Coordinate with state affiliate organizations to successfully advance the Association's legislative agenda and targeted Association involvement in political races and activities.
6. Manage and execute political action committee activities in state-level elections. Must responsibly, professionally, and positively represent the Association to its membership and public officials in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations.
7. Coordinate with the ILA Grassroots team to mobilize efforts on key legislation affecting Association membership.
8. Draft legislative and political communications to membership and public officials as needed.
9. Submit weekly reports on legislative and political matters in assigned states to the Managing Director and communicate with NRA Board of Director Members on said matters as necessary or as directed.
10. Submit accurate and timely expense reporting; demonstrate responsible stewardship of the Association's financial resources.
REQUIRED EDUCATION: Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE: Minimum 5 years combined lobbying, government affairs, legislative or similar professional experience
REQUIRED SKILLS: Demonstrated successful organizational, communication, advocacy, analytical, and coalition-building skills. Knowledge of and support for the Second Amendment and commitment to preserving the Constitution of the United States.
Essential Physical Requirements:
Attend and participate in face-to-face meetings and gatherings in furtherance of legislative advocacy efforts, communicating in written and oral forms, accurately understand and interpret communication from others, reading or similar processing of information, analyzing, researching, exchange information, air and/or land-based travel, computer use. Extensive travel is required to and from all assigned regions during state legislative sessions and throughout the year to build and maintain effective and productive working relationships with legislators.
Essential Functions:
Read or similar processing of information, analyze, research, generate written work, independent problem solving, control emotions in the face of strong opposition and personal/public/media negative attention, effectively handle and resolve to the satisfaction of the NRA difficult situations involving interactions with others, demonstrated self-management to accomplish assigned tasks to meet deadlines and in overall timely manner. Identify, recognize, determine effective means to persuade others to support NRA proposed legislative efforts and NRA endorsed candidates. Effective comprehension of views and materials developed by stakeholders and opposition. Develop personal and organizational credibility to promote NRA agenda. Only those applicants meeting requirements will be contacted for additional information.
TO APPLY: Submit 1) resume, 2) cover letter, and 3) at least one professional writing sample to [email protected]. In your cover letter, please provide your salary requirements, along with why you want to work for the NRA as a lobbyist.
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| State Director (MA, ME, VT, NH)) |
LOCATION: Based in New England - must be in commuting distance to major airport
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. This description reflects management's assignment of essential functions; it does not limit or restrict the tasks which may be assigned, which are subject to change at any time.
As directed by the NRA-ILA State & Local Affairs Managing Director:
1. Direct all state legislative, political, and lobbying activities for the Association in assigned states.
2. Track and conduct research and analysis on firearms and hunting-related bills. Timely report same to NRA.
3. Engage directly in legislative lobbying on Second Amendment issues by establishing and maintaining strong and productive personal contacts among elected and appointed officials and staff with jurisdiction over issues affecting the Association.
4. Develop and execute overall strategy and message development in conjunction with leadership, the public relations team, and other ILA divisions.
5. Coordinate with state affiliate organizations to successfully advance the Association's legislative agenda and targeted Association involvement in political races and activities.
6. Manage and execute political action committee activities in state-level elections. Must responsibly, professionally, and positively represent the Association to its membership and public officials in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations.
7. Coordinate with the ILA Grassroots team to mobilize efforts on key legislation affecting Association membership.
8. Draft legislative and political communications to membership and public officials as needed.
9. Submit weekly reports on legislative and political matters in assigned states to the Managing Director and communicate with NRA Board of Director Members on said matters as necessary or as directed.
10. Submit accurate and timely expense reporting; demonstrate responsible stewardship of the Association's financial resources.
REQUIRED EDUCATION: Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE: Minimum 5 years combined lobbying, government affairs, legislative or similar professional experience
REQUIRED SKILLS: Demonstrated successful organizational, communication, advocacy, analytical, and coalition-building skills. Knowledge of and support for the Second Amendment and commitment to preserving the Constitution of the United States.
Essential Physical Requirements:
Attend and participate in face-to-face meetings and gatherings in furtherance of legislative advocacy efforts, communicating in written and oral forms, accurately understand and interpret communication from others, reading or similar processing of information, analyzing, researching, exchange information, air and/or land-based travel, computer use. Extensive travel is required to and from all assigned regions during state legislative sessions and throughout the year to build and maintain effective and productive working relationships with legislators.
Essential Functions:
Read or similar processing of information, analyze, research, generate written work, independent problem solving, control emotions in the face of strong opposition and personal/public/media negative attention, effectively handle and resolve to the satisfaction of the NRA difficult situations involving interactions with others, demonstrated self-management to accomplish assigned tasks to meet deadlines and in overall timely manner. Identify, recognize, determine effective means to persuade others to support NRA proposed legislative efforts and NRA endorsed candidates. Effective comprehension of views and materials developed by stakeholders and opposition. Develop personal and organizational credibility to promote NRA agenda. Only those applicants meeting requirements will be contacted for additional information.
TO APPLY: Submit 1) resume, 2) cover letter, and 3) at least one professional writing sample to [email protected]. In your cover letter, please provide your salary requirements, along with why you want to work for the NRA as a lobbyist.
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