Defensive Tactics Instructor Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Employment in this role is conditional upon successful execution of the contract by the client.

The Work

The Special Skills Tactics Instructor IV will serve as an instructor and subject matter expert in areas that may include defensive/non-lethal force tactics, room entry tactics, small unit tactics, physical fitness/wellness, emergency medical care, suspect apprehension and control techniques, risk management, mission planning, personal security detail operations, communications, security awareness and threat prevention, surveillance and surveillance detection, react to direct and indirect fire. This role is responsible for planning, organizing, and presenting and/or managing the presentation of one or more of these subjects and for evaluating training effectiveness to ensure that objectives are met. This role may also serve as a subject matter expert for all  specialized skills programs, force continuum procedures and for such anti-terrorism topics as domestic and overseas high threat dignitary protection, improvised explosive device (IED) recognition, room entry tactics (Close Quarters Battle-CQB), defensive tactics, advanced firearms tactical applications and physical fitness.

This position aligns with Cayuse’s core values of Innovation, Excellence, Collaboration, Adaptability, and Integrity by fostering technical solutions that meet customer needs, promoting teamwork, and prioritizing quality in deliverables.

Key Responsibilities

• Plans, organizes, and provides instruction in all environmental conditions.
• Maintains liaison with law enforcement, security, military, government and civilian organizations.
• Researches and reviews information related to  current security techniques, methods, and procedures through attendance at training sessions, seminars, and workshops.
• Complies with all Federal Law Enforcement Training Accreditation (FLETA) accreditation standards.
• Reviews established training objectives, lesson plans, training materials, and instructional methods prior to the beginning of assigned courses.
• Tests/evaluates new training courses and instructional materials.
• Resolves problems that occur in the preparation for and during training.
• Evaluates training effectiveness to ensure that training objectives are met.
• Reviews and analyzes trainee evaluations and feedback from other instructors.
• Identifies need for and assists with revisions to course content and materials or instructional methods as necessary to improve the effectiveness and quality of the training curriculum.
• Participates in curriculum review and the design of new training as a subject matter expert.
• Provides budget estimates for assigned courses.
• Ensures optimum efficiency in the use of assigned resources.
• Assists instructors in other security-related subjects.
• Performs Training Safety Officer/role player controller support tasks and assigns other instructors and role players as needed to assist in training sessions.
• Provides assistance with practical exercises.
• Presents briefings to a wide range of audiences.
• Assists in scheduling and planning classes by developing and maintaining close contact with program coordinators and other training entities.
• Ensures training is consistent with Department regulations and applicable law.
• Submits training records in a timely manner.
• Assists with equipment inventory and maintenance for assigned training programs.
• Maintains requisite levels of proficiency in all duty-related techniques and procedures
•  Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications – Here’s What You Need 

The qualifications and skills listed below are intended to provide a general overview of the requirements for this position. However, due to the anticipated nature of the contract and the absence of a finalized task order from the client, this list should not be considered all-encompassing. Additional qualifications, certifications, skills, or experience specific to the client’s requirements may be identified and requested upon award of the task order. Candidates should demonstrate flexibility and a willingness to adapt to evolving responsibilities as outlined by the client.

• Must possess a high school diploma, bachelor’s or associate degree or equivalent experience preferred.
• Seven (7) years of instructor experience required, plus five (5) years of relevant hard tactics skills experience.
• Expert knowledge of security concepts, principles, and practices to provide basic and advanced training in the application of protective and personal security and surveillance detection.
• Expert knowledge of security programs, operations, and techniques, including terrorism and anti-terrorism operations.
• Expert knowledge of current protective security methods to provide instruction that is consistent with current practices.
• Advanced knowledge of adult learning principles, course development, classroom and practical instructional presentation methods, and methods for evaluating training effectiveness.
• Advanced knowledge of the development and revision of training curriculum.
• Ability to immediately analyze, predict, and preclude situations to ensure training is conducted in a safe manner.
• Ability to establish and maintain liaison with personnel at all levels in order to plan and coordinate assigned responsibilities.
• Must possess a valid U.S. driver’s license.
• Secret Clearnce is required.
• Due to the nature of work at the client’s site, U.S. Citizenship is required.
• Must be able to pass a background check. May require additional background checks as required by projects and/or clients at any time during employment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Five (5) years of supervisory experience preferred.
• Two (2) years as a level III instructor preferred.
• Experience working overseas preferred.
• Experience in an embassy environment preferred.
• Completion of a recognized instructor development training course preferred.

Minimum Skills:

• Must be able to work in a collaborative team environment and possess organizational skills.
• Skill in oral and written communications to present training to a variety of audiences.

Our Commitment to you / overview of benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance; Wellness Program.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care, Commuter).
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability options.
• Basic Life and AD&D Insurance (Company Provided).
• Voluntary Life and AD&D options.
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with matching after one year.
• Paid Time Off.

Reports to: Program Manager

Working Conditions

• Ability to work in unpleasant or adverse environmental conditions, such as extreme hot and cold.
• Ability to lift and carry equipment and materials.
• Ability to work effectively in an environment that consists of numerous personnel and use of pyrotechnics.
• Must be physically and mentally able to perform duties extended periods of time.
• Ability to use a computer and other office productivity tools with sufficient speed to meet the demands of this position.
• Must be able to establish a productive and professional workspace.
• Must be able to sit for long periods of time looking at computer screen.
• May be asked to work a flexible schedule which may include holidays.
• May be asked to travel for business or professional development purposes.
• May be asked to work hours outside of normal business hours.

Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.  Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Cayuse is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  All employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, skills, and abilities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment in accordance with any applicable federal, state, or local law.