Lead Instructor, Firearms/Tact

We are seeking an experienced Lead Instructor for our training facility in Upper Marlboro, MD.  

Pay: $78,000

JOB DUTIES:

This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities that management may deem necessary from time to time.

• Supervise the daily operations of their shifts and staffs
• Provide training guidance to new instructors
• Evaluate the progress of all new and currently assigned instructors and provide mentoring and support to assist them in meeting Corporate, NCRTC and contract training goals
• Review all reports of instructor non-compliance and adherence to operational procedure
• Determine what corrective measures are appropriate and report the findings to Senior Management for review and final determination
• Assign the appropriate instructor to train students in disciplines that are required to meet contractual requirements
• Review the team schedules to ensure proper instructor to student ratio and to allocate the appropriate resources to the instructors to accomplish the training mission
• Conduct unannounced visits to active classes to evaluate the instruction that is being conducted and provide feedback to the instructor on the results of the evaluation
• Work with Senior Management to create opportunities for professional growth for the instructional staff to include in-house instructor development classes and off-site credentialing or certification classes
• Provides instruction for Firearms and Tactics courses utilizing prescribed curriculum
• Updates course curriculum as directed by Senior Management
• Lead Instructs/Assistant Instructor for all Core Curriculum Courses
• Lead Instructor/Assistant Instructor for all Contracted Courses
• Teaches customized training courses
• Conducts mobile training
• Explains and demonstrates use of apparatus and equipment
• Evaluates the abilities of individual participants to determine suitable corrective or remedial training
• Maintains overall safety and organization of the training environment
• Ensures safety of students. Communicates and oversees compliance with company policy, procedures, and safety guidelines
• Ensures accountability for all training equipment
• Identifies in a timely manner training requirements needed to maintain required certifications and company standards, and completes all required continuing education and refresher training programs
• Completes any additional training and/or certifications required by the government or the contract

 REQUIREMENTS:

• U.S. Citizenship required
• Minimum of ten years of experience in a teaching environment
• Ten years of practical experience in Law Enforcement, Military, and/or Security is required
• Completion of US Military/Law Enforcement (DCJS or POST) Course or equivalent years of experience in tactical instruction techniques required
• Must pass background investigation, physical, drug and psychological screening, and have no legal disqualifiers to possess firearms
• Basic proficiency in MS Office required
• Effective oral and written communication skills with all levels of the organization
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage time and multiple priorities to completion
• Problem solving skills with an analytical thought process
• Ability to adapt to a rapidly changing environment

PHYSICAL CONDITIONS:

• Work is typically based in an office environment and subject to frequent interruptions
• May be required to lift and carry awkward items weighing up to 25 lbs. Requires intermittent standing, walking, sitting, squatting, stretching and bending throughout the workday
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

BENEFITS 

Constellis offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects its commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace. 

• Medical, Vision & Dental Insurance 
• Paid Time-Off Program & Company Paid Holidays 
• 401(k) Retirement Plan 
• Insurance: Basic Life & Supplemental Life 
• Health & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts 
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability 
• Personal Development & Learning Opportunities 
• On-the-job Training, Skills Development & Certifications 
• Employee Referral Program 
• Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach