Contract Instructor (ATF)

SkyBridge Tactical • Huntsville, AL

10d

About The Position

SkyBridge Tactical is seeking a Contract Instructor to work with the ATF to teach specific and advanced knowledge, training, experience and education in a variety of topics related to the ATF’s Criminal Enforcement and Training Mission.

Requirements

• Minimum of 10 Years in Law Enforcement Experience
• Bachelors’ Degree or High School Diploma/GED with additional 5 Years of Experience in Law Enforcement
• Must have successfully completed a certified instructor training course and/or possess demonstrable experience delivering instruction on complex law enforcement investigative operations within an academic or law enforcement academy classroom setting. This includes the ability to instruct lesson plans, effectively communicate complex and proactive investigative concepts, and engage diverse student populations in a structured training environment
• Can provide verifying documentation upon request (e.g., certificate of successful completion or attendance) to show that the instructor is maintaining subject matter currency through recent continuing education and attendance at training activities in the subject matter being taught. Subject matter currency may also be validated through the publication of subject matter related articles and research in nationally recognized professional journals or trade magazines
• Strong editorial and grammar skills and ability to work in fast paced working environment
• Ability to Pass Background Checks and DOJ/ATF Clearance Checks

Nice To Haves

• Previous Experience working the ATF

Responsibilities

• Deliver Specialized Training Conduct classroom, practical, and scenario-based instruction for ATF Special Agents, law enforcement partners, and other federal stakeholders on topics such as firearms trafficking investigations, post-blast analysis, arson investigation, explosives enforcement, and related criminal enforcement techniques.
• Develop and Maintain Lesson Plans Prepare, review, and update lesson plans, training materials, and student handouts to ensure compliance with ATF policies, adult learning principles, and current investigative procedures.
• Ensure Subject Matter Currency Maintain expertise by attending continuing education courses, staying up to date on current law enforcement trends, technologies, and regulations, and incorporating those updates into training.
• Evaluate Student Performance Administer written, oral, and practical exercises; assess student comprehension and provide feedback to support mastery of course material.
• Support Curriculum Development Collaborate with ATF program managers and training staff to design new courses or revise existing curriculum to meet emerging investigative needs.
• Promote Safe and Professional Training Environments Enforce safety protocols, especially during live-fire or explosives demonstrations, and ensure adherence to ATF and federal safety guidelines.
• Provide Instructional Expertise Apply adult learning principles, instructional systems design (ISD) methodology, and effective communication techniques to engage diverse student populations.
• Document Training Activities Complete required reports, attendance records, and training documentation in accordance with ATF contract deliverables.
• Act as Subject Matter Expert (SME) Advise ATF leadership on best practices, investigative techniques, and emerging threats within the subject area of expertise.
• Support Interagency Collaboration Train and coordinate with other federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies to ensure consistency in investigative procedures and information sharing.

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