• Job Description

  Req#: 5001059821006

  Job Title

  Director Smith & Wesson Academy

  Requisition Number

  SWI-6934

  Location City

  Maryville

  Location State

  Tennessee

  FT / PT

  Full-time

  Shift Schedule

  1st shift: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm (M-F)

  Description

  Position Overview:
  Direct the Smith & Wesson Training Academy. From the ground up direct the development of the training grounds and facilities. Working with the marketing and sales team, direct, develop and implement firearms training and related training facility activities.
  Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
  · Facilitate the design of and ongoing operations of the S&W Academy · Develop and maintain curriculum and operating protocol for the S&W Academy ensuring safe and effective operation · Managing the S&W Academy operating budget · Demonstrating, showing and servicing Smith & Wesson products to LE agencies, federal agencies, consumers and firearms influencers as well as, the US Military. · Organize, create and instruct all Law Enforcement Training programs including Armorer courses and Firearms training classes · If necessary, direct and manage a team of direct reports · Establishing and maintaining effective business contact and communications with LE/Military sales team; coordinating shooting demonstrations and training for all LE customers. Maintain and manage Academy calendar and schedule. · Coordinate with marketing on consumer/PR training events and filming events at the academy. · If necessary, working with S&W Academy Field Training Group to get proper training for new and existing customers, and set up regional training opportunities with S&W Academy · On occasion, consulting on the development of new products to include design, positioning, packaging, and pricing strategy · Establishing and maintaining relationships with industry influencers and key strategic partners · Guiding preparation of academy activity reports and presenting to executive management · Establishing and maintaining a consistent corporate image throughout all product lines, promotional materials, and events · Directing staffing, training, and performance evaluations to achieve Company and academy goals and objectives · Representing Company at consumer and trade events to promote product where necessary · Coordinating information between sales department and other sales related units · Analyzing and controlling expenditures of division to conform to budgetary requirements · Review and analysis of company research, training feedback, competitive research to make continuous improvements to academy operations NOTE: This list presents only the principal duties of the position and is not intended to be comprehensive. The duties and responsibilities listed above may be changed or supplemented at any time in accordance with business needs and conditions.
  Education and Experience:
  · Bachelor's degree required · 10 years of military or law enforcement work experience · Minimum of 10 years firearm training experience with progressive managerial responsibilities
  Competencies and Skills:	Physical Demands:
  · Must be able to communicate in English verbally and in writing (basic verbal instructions, simple written memos and instructions) · Exceptional skills in MS Office Suite -- Word, Excel, Outlook, Power Point · Ability to effectively communicate with management, internal and external customers · Demonstrated proven public speaking and presentation skills · Strong firearms armorer skills and training background preferred · Ability to prepare, organize and execute large live fire product demonstrations · Demonstrated in-depth sales and marketing techniques and financial principles · Demonstrated ability to anticipate and solve practical problems and resolve issues · Strong organizational skills and the ability to work well under pressure · Must be able to pass and complete a basic firearms safety and marksman ship qualification course	* Must be able to stand, sit, stoop, squat and walk * Must be able to lift up to 30 pounds NOTE: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  Work Environment and Personal Protective Equipment:
  Within the Smith & Wesson manufacturing facility, employees may be exposed to manufacturing noise, airborne liquid chemicals, fine particulate dust, ambient temperatures, and industrial lighting. Work environment is similar to most manufacturing operations. May be exposed to excessive noise, temperatures, hazards associated with working around moving machinery, work in confined quarters, exposure to vibrations and shop lighting, continuous exposure to hot temperatures, may be humid, odors, dust, continuous exposure to mechanical hazards, and occasional exposure to chemical hazards. The following Personal Protective Equipment is required: * Safety glasses with side shields and hearing protection required when on manufacturing floor The use of additional personal protective equipment (PPE) may be required when a job task(s) is being completed in or around your assigned department or in another department, this includes safety eyewear, hearing protection, and safety footwear.

• About the company

  Since 1852 we’ve been an industry leading manufacturer of pistols, revolvers, rifles, and shooting accessories. We continue to bring innovative firearms to market that meet the needs of every shooter and deliver on exceptional quality with a brand you’...

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