Instructor

Brentwood•Nashville, TN

About The Position

United Defense Tactical is seeking a skilled, experienced Firearms Instructor to provide firearms and tactical training to clients. The instructor will teach firearm safety, handling, and shooting techniques, as well as force-on-force and self-defense courses. Training uses a threat-based reality simulator, reality-based force-on-force instruction, and indoor and outdoor live-fire facilities. The role involves working with individuals and groups, maintaining a safe range environment and training equipment, evaluating participants, and keeping instruction current with industry developments and techniques. The position generally involves 16–20 hours per week, with shifts of 4–6 hours. Schedules may include weekday mornings or afternoons, evenings, and weekends as needed. Compensation is listed as $45,000–$60,000 per year. United Defense Tactical describes its mission as empowering civilians, military personnel, and law enforcement through comprehensive, reality-based tactical training. Its stated values include integrity, positivity, preparedness, respect, organization, and delivering world-class service. This franchise is independently owned and operated; hiring decisions are made by the franchisee.

Requirements

Ability to learn and adhere to UDT's extensive curriculum.
At least 3 years of experience as a firearms instructor or law enforcement officer.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Strong knowledge of firearm safety and handling protocols.
Familiarity with a variety of firearms and their operation.
Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks effectively.
Comfort working in an outdoor range environment.
Possess necessary certifications and licenses for instructing; POST TN is a high priority.

Nice To Haves

POST TN certification is a high priority.

Responsibilities

Instruct members using UDT's threat-based reality simulator.
Teach force-on-force and self-defense training courses.
Conduct firearms training sessions for individuals and groups, including basic safety, handling, and shooting techniques.
Teach firearm safety rules and protocols and ensure participants understand potential hazards.
Maintain training equipment and the facility.
Monitor and maintain a safe, secure range environment during training sessions.
Evaluate participants' performance and provide feedback to help them improve their skills.
Stay current with industry developments, equipment, and training techniques to keep sessions up to date and effective.