Tactical Leadership Training Instructor

Mission One • Fort Campbell, KY

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About The Position

We are seeking highly experienced and motivated Tactical Leadership Training Instructors to deliver a rigorous and immersive 10-day leadership development course for Air Force Special Warfare (AFSPECWAR) and Tactical Air Control Party (TACP) Non-Commissioned Officers and Company Grade Officers . This course blends elements from Ranger School and Reconnaissance and Surveillance Leaders Course (RSLC) and focuses on troop-leading procedures, tactical decision-making, and combat leadership under stress. Instructors will serve as subject matter experts (SMEs), coaches, and mentors throughout the course, supporting both classroom and field-based learning in austere conditions.

Requirements

• 10+ years of real-world combat leadership experience in U.S. Special Operations Forces (SOF) or Special Mission Units (SMUs)
• Experience in one or more operational theaters: Afghanistan, Iraq, Somalia, Bosnia
• Graduate of a SOF Operator Training Course
• Previous Joint Task Force (JTF) command or leadership experience
• Deep familiarity with: Ranger Handbook AFTTP 3-3.JTAC AFMAN 10-3500/10-3505 Volumes 1 & 2
• Proven experience instructing or mentoring in tactical leadership, planning, or combat operations.
• Physically fit and able to operate in austere environments with minimal support.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to lead small groups through dynamic learning environments.

Nice To Haves

• Prior instructor or cadre role at RSLC, Ranger School, or similar courses.
• Formal instructional training (e.g., Army Basic Instructor Course, SOF-specific methods).
• Experience with planning tools and systems for operations orders and mission rehearsals.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and Develop Classroom Instruction on : Tactical leadership principles Military Decision-Making Process (MDMP) Troop leading procedures (TLPs) Mission analysis and operational planning Historical vignettes and leadership case studies Fratricide prevention, trust-building, and ethical leadership
• Facilitate Field Training Exercises (FTX) including: Dismounted patrol scenarios to simulate combat conditions Leadership evaluation under stress (sleep/food deprivation, austere environments) After-action reviews (AARs) and guided discussions
• Provide Leadership Mentorship: Coach students through evolving leadership roles and planning challenges Offer real-world insights from combat experience Foster a high-trust, team-first learning environment
• Support Course Development & Execution: Tailor instruction to align with AFMANs, CFETPs, METs, and DOD doctrine Assist with course materials, mission boards, OPORD briefings, and rehearsals Coordinate with logistical and support personnel for field operations Plan a classroom curriculum that meets school standards Encourage the development of students’ critical thinking skills Prepare any necessary learning materials Assign homework Take attendance Grade assignments and provide feedback Document students’ learning progress Collaborate with other teachers and school personnel to create a healthy and safe learning environment Report and document behavioral incidents

Benefits

• Competitive Compensations
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Great Work Environment

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed