Employer: All Native Group
Job Description
The Special Skills Tactics Instructor reports to the Defensive Tactics/Room Entry (DTRE) Unit Chief located in the Law Enforcement Skills Unit, Domestic Training Branch, Security and Law Enforcement Training Division, Office of Training and Performance 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 an instructor in defensive/non-lethal force tactics, room entry tactics, small unit tactics, physical fitness/wellness, emergency medical care, and suspect apprehension and control techniques, with responsibility for planning, organizing, and presenting and/or managing the presentation of one or more of these courses and for evaluating training effectiveness to ensure that objectives are met. The incumbent serves as an authoritative expert for all aspects of the DS domestic hard skills program, force continuum procedures and for anti-terrorism topics such as domestic and dignitary protection, improvised explosive device (IED) recognition, room entry tactics (Close Quarters Battle-CQB), defensive tactics, advanced firearms tactical applications and physical fitness.
Plans, organizes, and manages basic and advanced tactical instruction and other related anti-terrorism topics and programs in all environmental conditions (indoor and outdoor). Tactical topics include defensive tactics, room entry tactics, vehicle operations, small unit tactics, intermediate weapon certifications, tactical communication, urban warfare operations, emergency medical care, basic and advanced marksmanship applications, computer simulated rules of engagement training, live fire and simulated attack scenarios, basic and advanced anti-terrorism tactics to include active threat/shooter techniques and procedures.
Perform Training Safety Officer/role player controller support tasks
Reviews established training objectives, lesson plans, training materials, and instructional methods prior to the beginning of assigned courses
Provide approved emergency medical training support as needed
Complies with all FLETA accreditation standards
Researches and reviews current intelligence related to the diplomatic security mission and introduces applicable information
Resolves problems that occur in the preparation for and during training
Evaluates training effectiveness to ensure that training objectives have been met
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 training 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 technical security training
· Recommends minor updates/revisions to courses or recommends the need for a complete curriculum review to the Section and 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 small unit tactics, physical fitness/wellness, emergency medical care, room entry tactics, non-lethal force training, apprehension, and control techniques
Assists instructors in other security related subjects
Provides assistance in conducting practical exercises when needed
Presents security awareness briefings to a wide range or audiences, including senior officials
Establishes and maintains liaison with a broad array of law enforcement, security, military, government and civilian organizations interested in or affected by small unit tactics, physical fitness/wellness, emergency medical care, room entry tactics, non-lethal force training, apprehension, and control techniques
Keeps abreast of current security techniques, methods, and procedures in small unit tactics, physical fitness/wellness, emergency medical care, room entry tactics, non-lethal force training, apprehension, and control techniques 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 entitiesAssigns instructors and role players as needed to assist in training sessionsEnsures training is consistent with current legal and liability restrictions
Provides security awareness briefings
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
Accounts for equipment inventory and maintenance for assigned training programs
Job Requirements
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
At least two (2) years instructor experience
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, surveillance detection, motorcade operations
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
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
Must be familiar with the functions, responsibilities, and duties of Foreign Service personnel
Comprehensive knowledge of advanced concepts, principles, and practices to provide basic and advanced training in the application of protective security methods
Knowledge of security programs, operations, and techniques, including terrorism and anti-terrorism operations, use of force, civil liability, and appropriate techniques, tactics, and procedures
Good familiarization in emergency medical care, Physical Fitness/Wellness program training, Defensive/Room Entry Tactics (Close Quarters Battle-CQB) or firearms tactical applications.
Minimum of five (5) years of relevant hard skills tactics experience
Ability to complete work requiring regular and recurring physical and mental exertion, long periods of standing, and irregular hours
Ability to work in unpleasant or adverse environmental conditions, such as extreme hot and cold
Ability to lift and carry equipment and materials (in excess of 75 lbs.) demonstrating physically challenging practical exercises
Ability to work effectively in an environment that consists of numerous personnel, use of non-lethal projectiles (firearms), air assets (helicopters), pyrotechnics, and fast moving vehicles
Job Description
The Special Skills Tactics Instructor reports to the Defensive Tactics/Room Entry (DTRE) Unit Chief located in the Law Enforcement Skills Unit, Domestic Training Branch, Security and Law Enforcement Training Division, Office of Training and Performance 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 an instructor in defensive/non-lethal force tactics, room entry tactics, small unit tactics, physical fitness/wellness, emergency medical care, and suspect apprehension and control techniques, with responsibility for planning, organizing, and presenting and/or managing the presentation of one or more of these courses and for evaluating training effectiveness to ensure that objectives are met. The incumbent serves as an authoritative expert for all aspects of the DS domestic hard skills program, force continuum procedures and for anti-terrorism topics such as domestic and dignitary protection, improvised explosive device (IED) recognition, room entry tactics (Close Quarters Battle-CQB), defensive tactics, advanced firearms tactical applications and physical fitness.
Plans, organizes, and manages basic and advanced tactical instruction and other related anti-terrorism topics and programs in all environmental conditions (indoor and outdoor). Tactical topics include defensive tactics, room entry tactics, vehicle operations, small unit tactics, intermediate weapon certifications, tactical communication, urban warfare operations, emergency medical care, basic and advanced marksmanship applications, computer simulated rules of engagement training, live fire and simulated attack scenarios, basic and advanced anti-terrorism tactics to include active threat/shooter techniques and procedures.
Perform Training Safety Officer/role player controller support tasks
Reviews established training objectives, lesson plans, training materials, and instructional methods prior to the beginning of assigned courses
Provide approved emergency medical training support as needed
Complies with all FLETA accreditation standards
Researches and reviews current intelligence related to the diplomatic security mission and introduces applicable information
Resolves problems that occur in the preparation for and during training
Evaluates training effectiveness to ensure that training objectives have been met
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 training 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 technical security training
· Recommends minor updates/revisions to courses or recommends the need for a complete curriculum review to the Section and 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 small unit tactics, physical fitness/wellness, emergency medical care, room entry tactics, non-lethal force training, apprehension, and control techniques
Assists instructors in other security related subjects
Provides assistance in conducting practical exercises when needed
Presents security awareness briefings to a wide range or audiences, including senior officials
Establishes and maintains liaison with a broad array of law enforcement, security, military, government and civilian organizations interested in or affected by small unit tactics, physical fitness/wellness, emergency medical care, room entry tactics, non-lethal force training, apprehension, and control techniques
Keeps abreast of current security techniques, methods, and procedures in small unit tactics, physical fitness/wellness, emergency medical care, room entry tactics, non-lethal force training, apprehension, and control techniques 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 entitiesAssigns instructors and role players as needed to assist in training sessionsEnsures training is consistent with current legal and liability restrictions
Provides security awareness briefings
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
Accounts for equipment inventory and maintenance for assigned training programs
Job Requirements
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
At least two (2) years instructor experience
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, surveillance detection, motorcade operations
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
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
Must be familiar with the functions, responsibilities, and duties of Foreign Service personnel
Comprehensive knowledge of advanced concepts, principles, and practices to provide basic and advanced training in the application of protective security methods
Knowledge of security programs, operations, and techniques, including terrorism and anti-terrorism operations, use of force, civil liability, and appropriate techniques, tactics, and procedures
Good familiarization in emergency medical care, Physical Fitness/Wellness program training, Defensive/Room Entry Tactics (Close Quarters Battle-CQB) or firearms tactical applications.
Minimum of five (5) years of relevant hard skills tactics experience
Ability to complete work requiring regular and recurring physical and mental exertion, long periods of standing, and irregular hours
Ability to work in unpleasant or adverse environmental conditions, such as extreme hot and cold
Ability to lift and carry equipment and materials (in excess of 75 lbs.) demonstrating physically challenging practical exercises
Ability to work effectively in an environment that consists of numerous personnel, use of non-lethal projectiles (firearms), air assets (helicopters), pyrotechnics, and fast moving vehicles