Employer: Ho-Chunk, Inc./ All Native Systems, LLC
Location: Springfield, Virginia, United State
Job Duties:
The Firearms Instructor/Senior Range Safety Officer reports to the Firearms Training Unit Chief, located in the Special Skills Branch, Security and Law Enforcement Training Division, Office of Training and Peformance Support(TPS), Bureau of Diplomatic Security (DS), U.S. Department of State. The TPS is a fully accredited academy through Federal Law Enforcement Training Accreditation (FLETA). The incumbent will
serve as a firearms instructor and senior range safety officer conducting day-to-day operations of the Firearms Training Unit ensuring objectives are met.
Operates the DS range facility ensuring compliance with OSHA and/or EPA standards and regulations
Plans, organizes and manages the presentation of firearms training courses
Reviews established training objectives, lesson plans, training materials, and instructional methods prior to the beginning of assigned courses
Researches and reviews current intelligence related to the diplomatic security mission and introduces applicable information into firearms training courses
Resolves problems that occur in the preparation for and during training
Evaluates training effectiveness to ensure that training objectives have been met
Complies with all FLETA accreditation standards
Complies with all DS and FTU policies, procedures, and standards
Reviews and analyzes trainee evaluations, feedback from instructors, and personal observations
Identifies need for revision to course content and materials or instructional methods as necessary to improve the firearmstraining curriculum effectiveness and quality
Evaluates the impact of planned or projected changes in DS security programs and associated training requirements on the existing content, materials, and methods used for firearms training
Recommends minor updates/revisions to courses or recommends the need for a complete curriculum review to the Unit Chief
Develops budget estimates for assigned courses
Monitors the expenditure of funds to ensure optimum efficiency in the use of assigned resources
Participates in curriculum review conferences as a subject matter expert in firearms
Assists instructors in other security related subjects
Establishes and maintains liaison with a broad array of law enforcement, security, military, government and civilian organizations interested in or affected by security and firearms techniques, tactics, and procedures
Keeps abreast of current security techniques, methods, and procedures in firearms training through attendance at training sessions, seminars, and workshops
Assists in scheduling and planning classes by developing and maintaining close contact with program coordinators as well as with other appropriate training entities
Submits training records in a timely manner
Serve as subject matter expert for the design of new training
Tests/evaluates new training courses and instructional materials
Tests/evaluates new and updated firearms, ammunition, and related equipment
Accounts for equipment inventory and maintenance for assigned training programs.
Job Requirements
Experience and Skills:
Must be a US citizen and possess or be able to obtain/maintain a SECRET clearance
Must have attended a recognized instructor development training course
1-3 (one-three) years experience required
Must have excellent people and organizational skills
Periodic local travel (Washington DC area) and occasional United States may be required
Maintains requisite levels of proficiency in all duty-related techniques and procedures
Expert knowledge of terrorist operations
Ability to immediately analyze, predict, and preclude situations to ensure training is conducted in a safe manner
Ability to establish and maintain liaison with personnel at all levels in order to plan and coordinate assigned responsibilities
Skill in oral and written communications to present training to a variety of audiences
Knowledge of adult learning principles, course development, classroom and practical instructional presentation methods, and methods for evaluating training effectiveness
Subject matter expertise in the development and revision of training curriculum
Knowledge of current DS protective security methods to provide instruction that is consistent with currently accepted methods and practices
Must be familiar with the functions, responsibilities, and duties of Foreign Service personnel
Evidence of increasing responsibility in a Firearms Training environment
Certified firearms training instructor
At least four (4) years experience in a Firearms Training environment including planning, coordinating, presenting and implementation of training programs
Comprehensive knowledge of advanced concepts, principles, and practices to provide basic and advanced training in the application of firearms use
Knowledge of security programs, operations, and techniques, including terrorism and anti-terrorism operations, use of force, civil liability, with respect to firearms and appropriate techniques, tactics, and procedures
Proficient in firing, handling, and giving instruction on a variety of revolvers, pistols, submachine guns, carbines, rifles, machine guns, and grenade launchers
Expert knowledge of health and safety standards for firearms ranges and training facilities
Current certification as a firearms instructor
Ability to complete work requiring regular and recurring physical exertion, long periods of standing, occasional heavy lifting, and irregular hours in both training and protective service operations, at times, during inclement weather.
How to Apply
https://search10.smartsearchonline.com/hochunkinc/jobs/jobdetails.asp?job_number=536
Location: Springfield, Virginia, United State
Job Duties:
The Firearms Instructor/Senior Range Safety Officer reports to the Firearms Training Unit Chief, located in the Special Skills Branch, Security and Law Enforcement Training Division, Office of Training and Peformance Support(TPS), Bureau of Diplomatic Security (DS), U.S. Department of State. The TPS is a fully accredited academy through Federal Law Enforcement Training Accreditation (FLETA). The incumbent will
serve as a firearms instructor and senior range safety officer conducting day-to-day operations of the Firearms Training Unit ensuring objectives are met.
Operates the DS range facility ensuring compliance with OSHA and/or EPA standards and regulations
Plans, organizes and manages the presentation of firearms training courses
Reviews established training objectives, lesson plans, training materials, and instructional methods prior to the beginning of assigned courses
Researches and reviews current intelligence related to the diplomatic security mission and introduces applicable information into firearms training courses
Resolves problems that occur in the preparation for and during training
Evaluates training effectiveness to ensure that training objectives have been met
Complies with all FLETA accreditation standards
Complies with all DS and FTU policies, procedures, and standards
Reviews and analyzes trainee evaluations, feedback from instructors, and personal observations
Identifies need for revision to course content and materials or instructional methods as necessary to improve the firearmstraining curriculum effectiveness and quality
Evaluates the impact of planned or projected changes in DS security programs and associated training requirements on the existing content, materials, and methods used for firearms training
Recommends minor updates/revisions to courses or recommends the need for a complete curriculum review to the Unit Chief
Develops budget estimates for assigned courses
Monitors the expenditure of funds to ensure optimum efficiency in the use of assigned resources
Participates in curriculum review conferences as a subject matter expert in firearms
Assists instructors in other security related subjects
Establishes and maintains liaison with a broad array of law enforcement, security, military, government and civilian organizations interested in or affected by security and firearms techniques, tactics, and procedures
Keeps abreast of current security techniques, methods, and procedures in firearms training through attendance at training sessions, seminars, and workshops
Assists in scheduling and planning classes by developing and maintaining close contact with program coordinators as well as with other appropriate training entities
Submits training records in a timely manner
Serve as subject matter expert for the design of new training
Tests/evaluates new training courses and instructional materials
Tests/evaluates new and updated firearms, ammunition, and related equipment
Accounts for equipment inventory and maintenance for assigned training programs.
Job Requirements
Experience and Skills:
Must be a US citizen and possess or be able to obtain/maintain a SECRET clearance
Must have attended a recognized instructor development training course
1-3 (one-three) years experience required
Must have excellent people and organizational skills
Periodic local travel (Washington DC area) and occasional United States may be required
Maintains requisite levels of proficiency in all duty-related techniques and procedures
Expert knowledge of terrorist operations
Ability to immediately analyze, predict, and preclude situations to ensure training is conducted in a safe manner
Ability to establish and maintain liaison with personnel at all levels in order to plan and coordinate assigned responsibilities
Skill in oral and written communications to present training to a variety of audiences
Knowledge of adult learning principles, course development, classroom and practical instructional presentation methods, and methods for evaluating training effectiveness
Subject matter expertise in the development and revision of training curriculum
Knowledge of current DS protective security methods to provide instruction that is consistent with currently accepted methods and practices
Must be familiar with the functions, responsibilities, and duties of Foreign Service personnel
Evidence of increasing responsibility in a Firearms Training environment
Certified firearms training instructor
At least four (4) years experience in a Firearms Training environment including planning, coordinating, presenting and implementation of training programs
Comprehensive knowledge of advanced concepts, principles, and practices to provide basic and advanced training in the application of firearms use
Knowledge of security programs, operations, and techniques, including terrorism and anti-terrorism operations, use of force, civil liability, with respect to firearms and appropriate techniques, tactics, and procedures
Proficient in firing, handling, and giving instruction on a variety of revolvers, pistols, submachine guns, carbines, rifles, machine guns, and grenade launchers
Expert knowledge of health and safety standards for firearms ranges and training facilities
Current certification as a firearms instructor
Ability to complete work requiring regular and recurring physical exertion, long periods of standing, occasional heavy lifting, and irregular hours in both training and protective service operations, at times, during inclement weather.
How to Apply
https://search10.smartsearchonline.com/hochunkinc/jobs/jobdetails.asp?job_number=536