Police Rangemaster - Armorer

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Currently, there is one full‑time Police Rangemaster vacancy in the Police Department. The Police Rangemaster oversees and maintains the safe operation of the Police Department firing range; tests, instructs and trains sworn personnel in the safe and appropriate use of firearms; maintains the Department's armory; and performs related duties as assigned.

Application Evaluation:
Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis with the first review date of Thursday, January 22, 2026 or at 150 applications—whichever occurs first. Those candidates deemed most qualified as reflected in their online application will be invited to an interview.

Interview:
Tentatively scheduled for Wednesday, February 11, 2026. Passing applicants will be placed on an eligibility list that may be used to fill future vacancies as they occur.

A candidate selected for the position will undergo a thorough background investigation including a polygraph examination. Once a conditional job offer has been made, the candidate will undergo a psychological and comprehensive medical examination, including a drug screen by City Medical Examiners. The Chief of Police will make the final hiring decision.

This position is able to work a 4/10 schedule.

The City offers an excellent benefit package and membership in the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS). The retirement formula is based on appointment date and membership status with CalPERS and the employee is required to contribute 8% or half the normal cost, whichever is higher, towards the retirement benefit.

Please view online job specification for a more detailed description of specific job duties.

Please view online job specification for a more detailed description of specific qualifications.

• Two years' experience as a rangemaster/armorer, firearms instructor, military range officer, or related law enforcement experience specializing in weapons systems. Must be a minimum of 21 years old.
• Equivalent to completion of twelfth grade. College level coursework in Criminal Justice or Criminology desirable.
• Due to the performance of some field duties which require the operation of a personal or City vehicle, a valid and appropriate California driver's license and an acceptable driving record are required.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain within 12 months from date of hire, a valid POST approved Basic Pistol Instructor certificate. Additional instructor certificates from POST (or equivalent entity) including patrol rifle and shotgun, or Academy Instructor Certificate Course (AICC), are desirable. Armorer certifications, specifically for Glock, Sig Sauer, Remington 870 and AR-15 platforms desirable.

Background must be free from conviction of any felony or misdemeanor involving moral turpitude or assault behavior and from an excessive number of citations for traffic violations; cannot be addicted to or use illegal drugs. Background history should indicate responsibility, dependability, honesty, integrity, acceptable communication skills, good judgment and the ability to relate well to others. All employees hired after January 1, 1999, shall not smoke or use tobacco products at any time while on or off duty.

Disaster Service Worker:
In accordance with Government Code Section 3100, City of Newport Beach Employees, in the event of a disaster, are considered disaster service workers and may be asked to respond accordingly.