Correctional Firearms Instructor - Maine Correctional Center, Windham.

Department of Corrections•Windham, ME

8d•Onsite

About The Position

This position involves investigative and protective services work focused on implementing firearm handling, marksmanship, qualifications, and associated training courses for correctional facilities, central office, and community corrections staff. The role includes conducting training, evaluating student proficiency, assisting in curriculum development and modification, performing armory duties such as inspecting, cleaning, and repairing firearms, and maintaining armory and training inventory. The position also provides functional supervision over assistant instructors and others during training events, working under limited supervision.

Requirements

Knowledge of applicable Departmental laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
Knowledge of adult learning principles.
Knowledge of concepts, principles, and practices related to basic and advanced training in the application and use of firearms.
Knowledge of security programs, operations, techniques, use of force, less lethal munitions, and civil liability related to firearms and response tactics.
Knowledge of health and safety standards for firearm ranges and training facilities.
Knowledge of firearm operations, inspection, maintenance, and requisite levels of proficiency in all duty-related techniques and procedures.
Ability to evaluate trainee performance and determine successful completion of course curriculum.
Ability to establish, coordinate, and maintain effective working relationships.
Ability to work independently.
Ability to identify safety hazards, evaluate threat, and take corrective action in compliance with applicable laws, rules, policies, procedures, and standards.
Ability to compile and analyze training data to recommend program improvements and identify future training needs.
Ability to operate a wide variety of equipment (e.g., audio-visual, simulator, skeet launchers, trauma pac, etc.).
Ability to communicate effectively.
Ability to write clearly and effectively.
Ability to use and maintain all firearm systems used by the Department.
Ability to interpret and enforce correctional rules, regulations, policies, practices, and procedures.
Ability to complete work requiring regular and recurring physical exertion such as long periods of standing, occasional heavy lifting, exposure to inclement weather, and irregular hours.
Ability to make decisions and act quickly in emergency and dangerous situations.
Ability to model appropriate behavior, attitude, ethics, and morals.
Ability to acquire and retain all necessary certifications.
Ability to provide basic first aid.
Graduation from high school or equivalent.
Three (3) years full-time experience as either a law enforcement officer, corrections officer, military, or equivalent.
Possession of a valid Maine driver's license.
Certification of completion of the 80-hour Basic Corrections Training Course.
Certification of completion of the Maine Criminal Justice Academy Firearms Instructor Training Course.

Nice To Haves

Maine Criminal Justice Academy Firearms Instructor Certification

Responsibilities

Delivers statewide firearms training to certify and re-certify staff in the use and maintenance of firearms and to achieve agency firearms training goals.
Instructs employees individually and in groups using various methods and techniques such as lectures, discussions, and demonstrations.
Reviews instructional content, methods, and individual evaluations to assess strengths and weaknesses and recommend course revisions.
Confers with other instructors and agency staff to plan and schedule lessons and ensure cost-effective training events.
Attends professional meetings, conferences, and workshops to maintain and improve professional competence.
Maintains accurate and complete records as required by administrative policy.
Evaluates trainee performance to suggest improvements, issue certifications/re-certifications, and ensure individuals satisfy course standards.
Performs armory inspections on all equipment and recommends suitability for continued use.
Researches, identifies, and recommends purchases of equipment based on testing and evaluation.
Reviews training curricula, operations, and range locations to verify compliance with applicable laws, rules, policy, procedures, and standard requirements.
Evaluates potential problems and emergency situations during training or on the range and takes corrective action.
Provides functional supervision over assistant instructors and other individuals during training events.