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How much do cqb instructor jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for cqb instructor in the United States is $21.20, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.87 and $24.04 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a CQB instructor?

A CQB (Close Quarters Battle) Instructor is responsible for training military, law enforcement, and security personnel in close-quarters combat tactics. They teach techniques for operating in confined spaces, such as buildings or vehicles, emphasizing speed, precision, and teamwork. Instructors provide both classroom instruction and hands-on training with firearms, breaching, and hand-to-hand combat. They must have extensive operational experience and strong instructional skills to ensure trainees are prepared for high-risk environments.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a CQB instructor?

To thrive as a CQB Instructor, you need advanced tactical training, extensive firearms proficiency, and prior experience in military or law enforcement settings. Familiarity with force-on-force simulation tools, safety protocols, and relevant certifications such as NRA or military instructor credentials is essential. Strong leadership, clear communication, and the ability to adapt instruction to diverse learners are key soft skills for this position. These abilities ensure safety, effective knowledge transfer, and the development of critical operational skills in high-pressure situations.

What does a CQB instructor do?

As a CQB Instructor, your daily responsibilities often include planning and conducting close-quarters battle training sessions, ensuring strict adherence to safety protocols, and evaluating trainee performance. You will also be responsible for maintaining training facilities and equipment, keeping detailed records, and developing lesson plans tailored to skill levels and operational needs. Collaboration is common, as you may work with other instructors or coordinate with unit leaders to align training objectives. This dynamic environment means your day may involve both hands-on instruction and administrative tasks, all aimed at preparing personnel for real-world tactical situations.

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Infographic showing various Cqb Instructor job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 80% Full Time, and 20% Part Time. Highlights an 80% In-person, and 20% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $44,102 per year, or $21.2 per hour.

Training Instructor (SFARTAETC)

U.S. Department of Defense (DOD)

Fort Liberty, NC • On-site

$77K/yr

Other

Posted 23 days ago


U.S. Department Of Defense rating

7.9

Company rating: 7.9 out of 10

Based on 537 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

28th of 49 rated military and defense


Job description

About the Position: his position is located at US Army Special Operations Command (USASOC), Fort Bragg NC. Ranked #1 of all Army Service Component Commands, USASOC leads in supporting a work-life balance and effective leadership from senior leaders. These rankings are fully based on those who know the organization best - the employeesQualifications:

Who May Apply: Only applicants who meet one of the employment authority categories below are eligible to apply for this job. You will be asked to identify which category or categories you meet, and to provide documents which prove you meet the category or categories you selected. See Proof of Eligibility for an extensive list of document requirements for all employment authorities.

  • 30 Percent or More Disabled Veterans
  • Current Department of Army Civilian Employees
  • Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel System (DCIPS) Interchange Agreement
  • Domestic Defense Industrial Base/Major Range and Test Facilities Base Civilian Personnel Workforce
  • Executive Order (E.O.) 12721
  • Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan
  • Land Management Workforce Flexibility Act
  • Military Spouses, under Executive Order (E.O.) 13473
  • People with Disabilities, Schedule A
  • Priority Placement Program, DoD Military Reserve (MR) and National Guard (NG) Technician Eligible
  • Priority Placement Program, DoD Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible
  • Priority Placement Program, DoD MR and NG Preference Eligible Tech Receiving Disability Retirement
  • Priority Placement Program, DoD Retained Grade Preference Eligible
  • Veterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA) of 1998

In order to qualify, you must meet the education and/or experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application.
Additional information about transcripts is in this document.
Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-09 grade level in the Federal service which includes 1) Instructing and developing training for tasks taught in the Special Forces Advanced Reconnaissance , Target Analysis and Exploitation Techniques Course (SFARTAETC) including Close Quarters Battle (CQB) and urban combat. 2) Assists in the development of new concepts and doctrine for the organization and employment of Special Forces/Special Operations. 3) Evaluates instructor presentation of class content, provides advice and feedback to the instructors on their platform presentation.
OR
Education: Ph.D or equivalent doctoral degree or 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.M
OR
Combination of Education and Experience: A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. To compute the percentage of the requirements, divide your total months of experience by 12. Then divide the total number of completed graduate semester hours (or equivalent) beyond the first year (total graduate semester hours minus 18) by 18. Add the two percentages.
You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competency in the following areas:
  • Attention to Detail
  • Customer Service
  • Decision Making
  • Flexibility
  • Integrity/Honesty
  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Reading Comprehension
  • Self-Management
  • Stress Tolerance
  • Teamwork

:Time in Grade Requirement: Applicants who have held a General Schedule (GS) position within the last 52 weeks must have 52 weeks of Federal service at the next lower grade or equivalent (GS-09).
Education:FOREIGN EDUCATION: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/.Employment Type: OTHER

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