Standby Role Player / OPFOR - NEW ORLEANS

Tactical Revolution • New Orleans, LA

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Tactical Revolution, LLC is seeking reliable, motivated individuals to serve as Standby Role Players (SB RPs) in support of a military tactical training exercise. Standby Role Players fill unexpected staffing shortages, replace absent Role Players, and support changing exercise requirements. They may be activated at any time during the assigned standby period and, if activated, must be capable of performing the full duties and physical requirements of a Role Player.

Standby Role Players report to the designated exercise location at the required time and remain available for the assigned standby period. They maintain communication with Tactical Revolution leadership and exercise staff, and must be ready to participate in training scenarios immediately if activated. They follow scenario scripts, exercise instructions, and safety procedures, maintain professional conduct, and complete required onboarding, exercise paperwork, and base-access requirements.

If activated, Role Player duties may include portraying Opposing Force (OPFOR) personnel and participating in scenarios involving marking-cartridge weapons. Role Players must follow assigned scripts without ad-libbing or changing scenario scope, wear attire and protective equipment appropriate to the scenario, and operate various military weapons systems after receiving instruction on safe use. The role may involve austere environments, hours of darkness, restraint, searches and frisking, extended periods standing or prone, and being engaged with non-lethal marking ammunition while wearing designated protective equipment.

The listed compensation is $50 per day for reporting as scheduled and remaining available during the assigned standby period, and $20 per hour if activated to perform Role Player duties. The posting also lists a salary description of $18–$20 per hour. The exercise dates are December 7–10.

Requirements

• Be at least 18 years old.
• Be a U.S. citizen and able to provide proof of citizenship.
• Have a valid driver's license.
• Be dependable and able to report as scheduled.
• Be able to follow instructions and work effectively as part of a team.
• Be comfortable working in a military training environment.
• Be able to complete required onboarding and exercise documentation.
• Meet customer-specific requirements when applicable, including identification, citizenship, background screening, or installation/base-access requirements.
• If activated, stay on the assigned scenario script without ad-libbing or changing its scope.
• If activated, be willing to wear clothing, costumes, headgear, and other attire appropriate to the training scenario.
• If activated, be able to operate various military weapons systems and fire marking-cartridge weapons, paintball-type weapons systems, and blank ammunition after receiving instruction on safe use.
• If activated, be physically capable of working in an austere environment and during hours of darkness.
• If activated, have no physical limitations or preexisting medical conditions that would prevent safe performance of the required duties.
• If activated, be familiar with basic weapons handling and safety procedures.
• If activated, be able to be restrained or zip-tied for prolonged periods as required by the scenario and be comfortable with trainees frisking and searching them while restrained.
• If activated, be able to stand and remain prone for extended periods, both with and without restraints.
• If activated, be willing to participate in scenarios involving non-lethal marking ammunition, including Simunition®, UTM, or paintball-type systems, while wearing required protective equipment.
• If activated, be able to wear required safety equipment, which may include a full-face helmet, throat guard, groin guard, and other designated PPE.

Responsibilities

• Report to the designated exercise location at the required time and remain available for the assigned standby period.
• Maintain communication with Tactical Revolution leadership and exercise staff.
• Be prepared to participate immediately in training scenarios if activated.
• Follow scenario scripts and exercise instructions exactly as directed.
• Follow safety procedures and instructions from exercise leadership.
• Maintain professional conduct while representing Tactical Revolution.
• Complete required onboarding, exercise paperwork, and base-access requirements.
• If activated, portray OPFOR personnel and perform Role Player duties, including participation in applicable marking-cartridge weapon scenarios.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: No Education Listed