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Senior SERE / ECAC Instructor

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Senior SERE / ECAC Instructor

Senior SERE / ECAC Instructor

Prevailance

TX • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 9 days ago

Job description

Job Type
Full-time, Contract
Description
This position is contingent upon successful contract submission and award.
Prevailance is seeking a Senior SERE / ECAC Instructor to deliver advanced Survival, Evasion, Resistance, and Escape (SERE) and Evasion & Conduct After Capture (ECAC) instruction in support of high-risk training programs at JBSA-Lackland. This role is suited for seasoned SERE professionals with senior instructional experience who can lead field and resistance training events, assess student performance, and uphold rigorous training standards. Travel may be required.
Responsibilities include, but not limited to:
  • Deliver field and technical SERE instruction including survival, navigation, signaling, evasion, and personnel recovery techniques
  • Instruct students on use of maps, compasses, GPS, and communication/signaling devices
  • Conduct training in austere and physically demanding environments
  • Deliver resistance training through classroom instruction, role-play scenarios, debriefs, and guided discussions
  • Conduct and demonstrate resistance activities including student processing, searches, and field tactical interrogations
  • Evaluate and assess student performance in simulated captivity environments
  • Validate training materials, syllabi, and instructor guides to ensure accuracy and effectiveness

Requirements
Qualifications:
  • Graduate of USAF SV81A or an approved DoD SERE Level C (High Risk) Course
  • Level C certificate required
  • 5+ years experience instructing at an SV88AL SERE course
  • 10+ years of military service (any branch); minimum rank E-7
  • Honorable discharge (DD-214 required)
  • Ability to meet demanding physical requirements (rucking, prolonged standing, extended instruction hours)
  • Ability to pass SERE psychological screening and High-Risk training evaluations

Desired Qualifications:
  • First Aid / CPR or Wilderness First Responder certification
  • Familiarity with USAF SERE program structure and hierarchy

Education:
  • High School diploma or GED

Clearance:
  • Possesses and maintain a Secret Clearance

If you meet these qualifications and are ready to make an impact, we encourage you to apply today!
Prevailance, Inc. proudly supports veterans as a member of the V3 (Virginia Values Veterans) program and the Hire Vets initiative. Recognized as a Top Workplace in 2025, Prevailance fosters a supportive, mission-driven environment for its team members. We provide a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, designed to support health, wellness, and financial security. Our benefits include:
  • Medical Insurance
  • TriCare Supplemental
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Coverage
  • 401(k) Plan with Company Matching Contributions
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • 11 Paid Holidays
  • Education Reimbursement Program
  • Computing Device Reimbursement Program

Prevailance, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status, marital status or any other consideration prohibited by law or contract. Prevailance, Inc. participates in E-Verify and is VEVRAA Compliant.

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