About The Position

Recurrent Training Instructors (RTIs) are responsible for training Federal Flight Deck Officers in the use of weapons and self-defense tactics to defend the cockpits of commercial aircraft. RTIs must be current or former federal, state, or local law enforcement agents/officers. RTIs must possess the demonstrated ability to effectively communicate law enforcement training concepts and issues to a diverse audience. RTIs must have the ability to provide subject matter expertise in each of the areas of instruction that comprise the Recurrent Training Program. RTIs must possess the demonstrated ability to instruct in accordance with the principles of basic adult education, as well as, law enforcement platform and practical areas of instruction. RTIs must have the ability to interpret, adhere and follow established program policies, standard operating procedures (SOPs), curriculum, and lesson plans. RTIs must have skill in utilizing automated systems including Microsoft Outlook, MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. RTIs shall be required to wear a uniform, as directed by SAC of FAMS Training Division. Specific RTI knowledge levels, testing of knowledge levels, and maintenance requirements (i.e. ongoing training) will be in accordance with Section 1.6 “Contract Instructor and Role Player Management” of the FAMSTCs Instructor Evaluation and Certification SOP Plans; coordinates; and conducts training and related instructional programs for customer personnel. Conducts training sessions and assists in evaluating the effectiveness of training activities. Coordinates logistics for instruction events; including scheduling classes; reserving classrooms; and preparing workstations. Maintains records of training activities; participant progress; and program effectiveness. May participate in the development and establishment of course content and objectives. Updates course documentation as needed to ensure timeliness and relevance. Provides guidance and work leadership to less experienced instructors. Maintains current knowledge of relevant technologies as assigned. Participates in special projects as required.

Requirements

  • Must have successfully completed a recognized federal firearms instructor training program, or equivalent deemed acceptable by the TSA (e.g., FLETC, FITP, FBI/DEA, US Secret Service certified instructor graduates).
  • Must have successfully completed a recognized law enforcement instructor development course (e.g., FLTEC IDC, FAMS IDC).
  • Must successfully complete an instructor qualification program (IQP) established by TSA/FAMS.
  • Minimum of 5 years of formal experience as an instructor in firearms, defensive tactics/measures, and use of force.
  • Must be current or former federal, state, or local law enforcement agents/officers.
  • Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate law enforcement training concepts and issues to a diverse audience.
  • Ability to provide subject matter expertise in all areas of instruction.
  • Demonstrated ability to instruct in accordance with the principles of basic adult education and law enforcement platform/practical areas.
  • Ability to interpret, adhere, and follow established program policies, SOPs, curriculum, and lesson plans.
  • Skill in utilizing automated systems including Microsoft Outlook, MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
  • Required to wear a uniform as directed by SAC of FAMS Training Division.

Nice To Haves

  • Achieve and maintain specialized training knowledge in all required subject areas.

Responsibilities

  • Coordinate, plan, and conduct training and related instructional programs for customer personnel.
  • Conduct training sessions and assist in evaluating the effectiveness of training activities.
  • Coordinate logistics for instruction events, including scheduling classes, reserving classrooms, and preparing workstations.
  • Maintain records of training activities, participant progress, and program effectiveness.
  • Participate in the development and establishment of course content and objectives.
  • Update course documentation as needed to ensure timeliness and relevance.
  • Provide guidance and work leadership to less experienced instructors.
  • Maintain current knowledge of relevant technologies as assigned.
  • Participate in special projects as required.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health and wellness packages
  • Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career
  • Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications
  • Variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts
  • Dental plan options
  • Vision plan
  • 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match
  • Full flex work weeks where possible
  • Variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays
  • Paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave
  • Short and long-term disability benefits
  • Life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance
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