Shotgun Instructor

Job Title: Shotgun Director at Camp Wilderness
Location: Park Rapids, MN
Start Date: June 5, 2025
End Date: July 20, 2025
Salary: $500 per week

Job Overview:
Camp Wilderness is seeking a Shotgun Director to oversee all aspects of our shotgun shooting program. The director will ensure a safe, enjoyable, and educational experience for campers, while leading a team of staff and managing the shooting range.

Key Responsibilities:

• Program Management: Develop, implement, and supervise the shotgun shooting program, including merit badge instruction and open shoot sessions.

• Staff Leadership: Recruit, train, and lead shooting sports staff, ensuring effective teamwork and a positive work environment.

• Safety Compliance: Enforce safety protocols and regulations, ensuring a safe environment for participants, in line with BSA, NRA, and local safety guidelines.

• Equipment Maintenance: Oversee the maintenance, inventory, and proper storage of all shotgun equipment and shooting range facilities.

• Collaboration: Work closely with the Shooting Sports Director and camp leadership to integrate the shotgun program with other camp activities.

Qualifications:

• Age Requirement: Must be at least 21 years old.

• Experience: Prior experience in shotgun shooting sports is preferred.

• Certifications: Possession of a valid BSA National Camping School Shooting Sports Director certification or NRA Shotgun Instructor certification is required. If not certified, the director must obtain certification before the camp season begins.

• Physical Requirements: Ability to safely handle and instruct others in the use of shotgun equipment.

• Emergency Preparedness: Ability to respond effectively to emergencies and maintain composure under pressure.

If you are passionate about teaching shooting sports and ensuring a safe, fun experience for campers, we invite you to apply!