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Infographic showing various Jet Boat job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 60% Full Time, and 40% Temporary. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $57,181 per year, or $27.5 per hour.

Waterborne Security Boat Instructor

Prevailance

San Diego, CA • On-site

$55K - $75K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 11 days ago

Job description

Description:

Status: This position is currently open, we are accepting applications.


Prevailance is seeking an experienced, mission-focused professional to join the Center for Security Forces (CENSECFOR) as a Waterborne Security Boat Instructor. This is a high-risk instructor role, involving both classroom and operational training. Travel may be required.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Deliver high-risk, group-paced instruction on security boat tactics, techniques, and procedures in both classroom and underway training environments
  • Utilize Safety/Operational Risk Management, Classroom Teaching Fundamentals, Training Requirements and Training Plans, and Training Scenario Scripting
Requirements:

Qualifications:

  • Navy Instructor (9502) certification or equivalent
  • Certified coxswain
  • At least three (3) years of documented operational security boat driving experience in one or more of the following:
    • Navy Harbor Security Maritime Detachment
    • U.S. Navy Coastal Riverine Forces (CRF) Detachment
    • U.S. Navy Special Warfare Combatant Crewman (SWCC)
    • USCG Shore-Based Boat Unit or Maritime Patrol Forces operating Fast Response Cutters (FRC), Patrol Boats (WPB), or Coastal Patrol Boats (CPB)
    • USCG Deployable Specialized Forces (DSF) such as MSRT, MSST, or PSU

Skills and Expertise:

  • Tactical and Leadership Experience: Minimum of three (3) years in a maritime environment with a strong background in tactical operations, boat maintenance, and Navy Force Protection boats
  • Coxswain Skills: Experience with launch and recovery, open water and confined space maneuvering, high-speed tactical maneuvers, towing, and VBSS operations
  • Maritime Navigation Proficiency: Skilled in maritime navigation, including knowledge of aids to navigation, rules of the road, and plotting on nautical charts, with the ability to navigate at night
  • Small Boat Tactical Operations: Proficient in team organization, multi-craft formations, patrols, MIO support, live fire operations, and escort missions, with experience in risk assessments using the ORM process
  • Craft Systems and Sub-Systems: Expertise in electronic navigation systems, communication equipment, and operation and maintenance of water jet and propeller-driven craft

Additional Requirements:

  • Experience in logistical movement and transportation of small craft and associated gear for over-the-road and hoisting operations
  • Tactical operations planning experience using military decision-making processes, including mission coordination, concept of operations, and mission debriefing
  • Ability to qualify as a Second-Class Swimmer per NETC P1552/16 standards, with normal color vision (FALANT color vision test and no night blindness)

Security Clearance:

  • Must possess and maintain a Secret security 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.