Clay Target Center Range Manager

GAME AND FISH DEPARTMENT

Join the only state agency in Arizona responsible for conserving and protecting more than 800 wildlife species. Be part of a passionate group of people who want to make a positive impact on outdoor recreation in Arizona by managing resources for safe, compatible opportunities for current and future generations. From fishing, boating and off-highway vehicle use to shooting sports, hunting and wildlife watching, Arizona Game and Fish supports it all.

Our biologists use the best available science in their management actions, and our wildlife managers are on the ground in your communities making a difference every day. Opportunities abound beyond the field at AZGFD, so check us out and see what we're all about! Consider joining our workforce today. AZGFD celebrates the diversity of Arizona's people, landscapes and of course, wildlife.

However you choose to enjoy Arizona's wildlife and wild places, the outdoors is open for all.

The Arizona Game and Fish Department manages fish and wildlife in Arizona and under the authority of the Arizona Game and Fish Commission, creates and implements scientific methods and regulations to effectively manage fish and wildlife habitat via conservation, enforcement, hunting, fishing, watercraft and off-highway vehicle recreation, and shooting sports. The Arizona Game and Fish Department dedicates itself to excellence, values its employees and supports a culture of stewardship, teamwork and partnerships.

The Arizona Game and Fish Department is an Equal Employment Opportunity agency.

Clay Target Center Range Manager

Job Location:

INFORMATION EDUCATION WILDLIFE RECREATION DIVISION / PHOENIX, AZ BASED

5060 W. Skeet St. Phoenix, AZ 85086

Posting Details:

Salary: $51,625 - $92,573

Grade: 23

Closing Date: 2/19/2026

Job Summary:

ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES OFFICER IV

"Clay Target Center Range Manager"

INFORMATION EDUCATION WILDLIFE RECREATION DIVISION / PHOENIX, AZ BASED

BEN AVERY SHOOTING FACILITY / CLAY TARGET CENTER

FLSA - EXEMPT / SALARY GRADE 23 / HIRING SALARY RANGE: $51,625 - $92,573

The Arizona Game and Fish Department (AZGFD) is seeking a confident, people-focused Range Manager to lead daily operations at the Ben Avery Shooting Facility's Clay Target Center, one of the largest and most respected public shooting complexes in the nation. This is a rare opportunity to combine leadership, shooting sports, and public service while directly supporting Arizona's wildlife conservation mission. If you're a leader who believes shooting ranges are more than facilities-and instead are gateways to safe recreation, conservation funding, and lifelong outdoor stewardship-this role was built for you.

Why This Role Matters

Shooting sports are a critical pillar of conservation funding and hunter education. As Range Manager, you'll be on the front lines of that impact-ensuring a safe, welcoming, and professionally run environment for thousands of recreational shooters, competitive athletes, volunteers, and partner organizations each year.

You won't just manage a range-you'll lead people, shape culture, and influence the future of shooting sports in Arizona.

What You'll Do

As the day-to-day manager of the Ben Avery Clay Target Center, you will:

* Lead and inspire a diverse team of supervisors, range masters, range assistants, and volunteers through coaching, development, and accountability

* Set the standard for safety and professionalism, ensuring strict adherence to range rules, BMPs, and health and safety protocols

* Oversee daily operations including staffing, customer experience, facility maintenance, user groups, and emergency coordination

* Manage an annual operating budget, including program income, construction and maintenance projects, and business planning

* Build strong partnerships with shooting sports organizations, volunteers, contractors, NGOs, and other government agencies

* Handle complex customer, employee, and stakeholder issues with professionalism and sound judgment

* Develop staff for long-term success, identifying training needs and creating growth opportunities

* Support AZGFD's broader mission by ensuring the Clay Target Center remains a model of safe, accessible, and sustainable shooting sports recreation

Job Duties:

The Range Manager serves as the day to day manager of the Ben Avery Clay Target Center (CTC). Supervises, coaches, develops, engages employees and conducts other employee relation activities. Directly supervises the CTC supervisor, range masters and range assistants and indirectly additional range masters and volunteers. Oversees an annual operational budget and includes program income. Responsible for the review, development, implementation and adherence of policies and procedures, range rules, BMPS and other processes for employee and customer health and safety.

Major responsibilities include:

* Responsible for the day to day operations of the Ben Avery CTC including management of staff, customer service, ensuring adequate staff levels to meet customer needs, facility…