Coordinator, Virtual Reality Simulation Training - LEA

Alvin College•Alvin College / Alvin College West, TX

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

This Full-Time Professional position supports the Continuing Education and Workforce Development (CEWD) department on main campus and Alvin College West for the Law Enforcement Academy (LEA). This position is responsible for the day-to-day operation, maintenance, and instructional use of the V/Armed Virtual Reality Training system at the Alvin College West, as well as developing a self-supporting training program through academy use and external partnerships with law enforcement agencies and corporate clients. The successful candidate will work independently, take initiative, and serve as the subject-matter expert for scenario-based virtual training at the College’s West Campus. The V/Armed system is a state-of-the-art immersive training platform used for law enforcement, public safety, and applied decision-making instruction. The system supports training for law enforcement academy cadets, in-service officers, and external stakeholders, and may also be utilized for corporate team building and leadership development programs.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Law enforcement certificate from a regionally accredited institution or TCOLE-licensed basic academy.
Intermediate Texas Commission on Law Enforcement Peace Officer License.
Basic Texas Commission on Law Enforcement Instructor Certificate.
Minimum of five years of patrol or related law enforcement experience.
Firearms Instructor Certification.
ALERRT Level I Trainer Certification.
SWAT or SORD tactical training experience.
Experience with TCOLE and law enforcement academy reporting and accreditation requirements.
Demonstrated proficiency with computer systems and training technology.
Demonstrated proficiency with maintenance and troubleshooting technological equipment, systems and programs.
Working knowledge of artificial intelligence (AI) tools and the ability to use them responsibly, ethically, and in compliance with organizational guidelines.

Nice To Haves

Advanced Peace Officer Certificate.
Military service, particularly in tactical, instructional, or leadership roles.
Experience operating or managing simulation-based or virtual reality training systems.
Experience developing externally funded or fee-based training programs.
Prior instructional experience with adult learners or professional training environments.
Bilingual - English/Spanish

Responsibilities

Operate, manage, and maintain the V/Armed virtual reality training system.
Facilitate immersive training scenarios focused on use of force, de-escalation, decision-making, tactical response, and officer safety.
Train law enforcement academy cadets using scenario-based and interactive instructional methodologies.
Customize and adapt training scenarios to meet agency-specific needs and learning objectives.
Evaluate participant performance and provide constructive instructional feedback.
Manage system software, hardware, updates, troubleshooting, and routine maintenance.
Demonstrate patience and persistence in resolving technical issues and coordinating updates or vendor support.
Ensure best practices in interactive and simulation-based training are followed.
Maintain system readiness and instructional quality standards.
Build and grow a sustainable training program through outreach and recruitment of external law enforcement agencies and stakeholders.
Coordinate scheduling, booking, and logistical support for outside users of the system.
Collaborate with College leadership to explore and implement corporate team building and leadership training opportunities using the system.
Serve as the primary point of contact for agencies, partners, and clients utilizing the V/Armed system.
Ensure compliance with TCOLE standards, reporting requirements, and academy accreditation expectations.
Maintain accurate training records, usage data, and required documentation.
Coordinate with law enforcement academy staff, College administration, and external partners as needed.
Other duties as assigned at Alvin College West or Alvin College.