| 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 46 (NV & E.CA) |
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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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| Whittington Center - Executive Director |
LOCATION: Onsite, Whittington Center (Raton, NM)
Organizational Overview: Located near Raton, New Mexico, the Whittington Center, America's Greatest Shooting Destination is a 33,300-acre facility dedicated to ensuring the future of the shooting sports. Whittington Center offers 25 dedicated ranges, plus 17, trap fields, 4, skeet fields, 2, 5 stand ranges and 3 sporting clay courses. The facility is capable of holding local, state, regional, national, and international competitions.
Whittington Center offers guided and unguided hunting opportunities, expert firearms training, lodging, cabins and camping, youth and women specific programs, a museum and Pro shop.
Position Summary: The Executive Director serves as the chief executive officer of the Whittington Center, responsible for implementing the strategic direction as dictated by the Whittington Center Board of Trustees to advance the organization's mission. As the primary liaison to donors, stakeholders, and Whittington Center members, the executive director is responsible for securing the financial resources for long-term success. The Executive Director is authorized by the Board of Trustees to negotiate contracts, financial instruments, and licensing / permitting obligations of the local, state, and federal authorities.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Provide high-level strategic leadership and develop long-term goals to fulfill the Whittington Center's mission.
- Provide leadership in developing programs, organizational and financial plans with the Board of Trustees.
- Prepare and submit timely reports to the Board of Trustees and present an executive director's report during the bi-annual Board of Trustee meeting.
- Implement and conduct plans and policies authorized by the Board of Trustees.
- Ensure clear communication of duties responsibilities, and priorities to all staff members.
Administration:
- Thorough understanding of accounting and budgetary procedures.
- Prepare annual operation budget, accurately monitor performance relative to budget and inform the Board of Trustees on any anticipated variance in a timely manner.
- Supervise director level staff functions, conduct annual performance evaluations, in conjunction with human resources, manage discipline and termination procedures.
- Thorough understanding relating to pro shop functions, inventory and inventory selections, cost of goods, margin, and inventory turns.
- Ability to obtain status as the Principal Responsible Party of Federal Firearms License, Class Three License and any other necessary licensing. Ensure proper record keeping and transactions internally and externally to the general public.
Program:
- Working knowledge of multiple shooting disciplines and competitive shooting sports.
- Working knowledge of lodging, RV and camping reservations systems and functions
- Ability to interact with match directors, ensuring elevated levels of customer service and managing expectations to remain within budgetary guidelines.
- Serve as the primary point of contact, overseeing all state-based landowner hunting permit applications, associated required conservation initiatives and wildlife management functions.
Maintenance/ Operations:
- Manage logging operations, obtain timber sales permits from New Mexico department of forestry, negotiate contracts with logging contractor(s).
- Principal point of contact for New Mexico Environment Department Ground Water Discharge Permit.
- Working knowledge of construction processes, ability to communicate with architects, general contractors, and individual construction trades.
Membership/ Fundraising:
- Demonstrated success in high-level fundraising and donor relations.
- Demonstrated ability to market Whittington Center membership, both annual and sustaining member levels.
- Manage all functions relating to direct mail solicitation and sweepstakes functions.
- Oversee monthly newsletter communications to members, stakeholders and general public.
SCOPE: The Executive Director is an exempt, salaried position which reports to the NRA Whittington Center Chairman of the Board of Trustees or his or her designee. Additionally, this position requires extensive interaction with the public. Exceptional oral, written and people skills are required.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Proven experience in nonprofit business management and supervision.
- Exceptional communications, public speaking, and leadership skills.
- Strong strategic thinking with the ability to translate vision into action.
- Deep understanding of and commitment to the Second Amendment, American traditions, and mission of the Whittington Center.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES:
- Strong professional and personal integrity, subject to a background check (required pre-employment).
- A flexible schedule is mandatory, often entailing nights and weekends as well as overnight business travel.
- Ability to interact with and communicate with Whittington Center Board of Trustees, NRA Board members and staff at all levels, agency partners, match directors, other stakeholders and the general public to effectively represent the Whittington Center.
- Exceptional organizational, written, and oral communications and interpersonal skills required.
- Hands-on experience with PC systems, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and Windows. Experience with standard office equipment.
- Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with frequent interruptions.
- Ability to work independently, under pressure and meet deadlines.
To apply, submit a resume with letter of interest including salary requirements. Position will remain open until filled.
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