CBRN Watch Training Specialist

SGI Global, LLC • Washington, DC

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About The Position

SGI Global is seeking a CBRN Watch Training Specialist to support FEMA CBRN Watch Operations. The watch coordinates information sharing and analyzes operational information concerning chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear (CBRN), and medical events worldwide. Areas of focus include potential CBRN agents; proliferation of CBRN and dual-use materials; terrorism involving CBRN materials; and the use, theft, or illegal possession of those materials. The watch also supports alerts and notifications concerning CBRN incidents.

The specialist trains and certifies contractor Watch Officers, the Technical Editor, and the Site Lead during onboarding; maintains and updates the training plan; develops recurring reinforcement and remedial training; and creates and updates curricula and instructional materials. Training is conducted at the watch desk and in designated facilities, including simulated watch environments, for personnel across assigned shifts. The specialist may perform Watch Officer duties for up to 50% of assigned work hours to facilitate on-site training of personnel who have not completed certification.

The role follows direction from the Site Lead and/or Federal Team Lead and works with them to document performance gaps, identify tasks needing improvement, and report corrective training actions and results. Applicants must have a bachelor's degree and at least four years of related training experience, be able to obtain DHS suitability, and possess a TS/SCI clearance. SGI Global provides equal employment opportunities in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree.
• At least four years of related training experience, such as experience as a disaster preparedness training specialist or military instructor.
• Ability to obtain DHS suitability.
• Possession of a TS/SCI clearance.

Responsibilities

• Train and certify contractor Watch Officers, the Technical Editor, and the Site Lead during onboarding in accordance with applicable watch requirements.
• Maintain and update the FEMA CBRN Watch training plan, incorporating new tasks, developing supporting curricula, and scheduling training.
• Develop and implement a recurring reinforcement training plan covering all watch tasks within an established training cycle to maintain proficiency and support annual personnel recertification.
• Provide remedial training to Watch Officers who need additional instruction or practice to perform assigned tasks accurately and in accordance with established standards.
• Follow direction from the Site Lead and/or Federal Team Lead.
• Work with the Site Lead and Federal Team Lead to document performance gaps, identify tasks requiring improvement, and report corrective training actions and results.
• Conduct training at the watch desk and in designated training facilities, including simulated watch environments, to support personnel across assigned shifts.
• Perform Watch Officer duties for up to 50% of assigned work hours to facilitate on-site training of personnel who have not yet completed certification.
• Develop, review, and update training curricula and instructional materials.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time