Explosives Countermeasures Instructor

Explosives Countermeasures Instructor

Ho-Chunk Inc. Management Services is seeking a full time Explosives Countermeasures Instructor. The Explosives Countermeasures Instructor will serve as an instructor for explosives and Improvised Explosive Device (IED) recognition and avoidance techniques with responsibility for planning, organizing, and presenting and / or managing the presentation of one or more of these courses and for evaluating training effectiveness to ensure that objectives are met. The incumbent will also serve as a Diplomatic Security Training Center subject matter expert on explosives and IED recognition. The position is based at the U.S. Department of State, Foreign Affairs Security Training Center (FASTC) in Blackstone, VA.

Essential Functions

• Plans, organizes and manages the presentation of explosives countermeasures training courses;
• Reviews established training objectives, lesson plans, training materials, and instructional methods prior to the beginning of assigned courses;
• Researches and reviews current reports related to Diplomatic Security and introduces applicable information into EC courses;
• Approves shipments of special equipment and materials, and other related activities;
• Complies with all Federal Law Enforcement Training Accreditation (FLETA) standards;
• Resolves complex problems that occur in the preparation for and during training;
• Evaluates training effectiveness to ensure that training objectives have been met;
• Reviews and analyzes trainee evaluations, feedback from other instructors, and personal observations;
• Identifies need for and drafts revisions to course content and materials or instructional methods as necessary to improve the explosives countermeasures training curriculum effectiveness and quality;
• Evaluates the impact of planned or projected changes in DS security programs and associated training requirements on the existing content, materials, and methods used for explosives countermeasures training;
• Provides budget estimates for assigned courses;
• Ensures optimum efficiency in the use of assigned resources;
• Participates in curriculum review conferences;
• Assists instructors in other security related subjects;
• Provides assistance in conducting practical exercises when needed;
• Presents security awareness briefings to a wide range or audiences;
• Establishes and maintains liaison with a broad array of law enforcement, security, military, government and civilian organizations interested in or affected by explosives countermeasures training;
• Keeps abreast of current security techniques, methods, and procedures in Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) through attendance at training sessions, seminars, and workshops;
• Assists in scheduling and planning classes by developing and maintaining close contact with program coordinators as well as with other appropriate training entities;
• Submits training records in a timely manner;
• Serves as subject matter expert for the design of new training;
• Tests / evaluates new training courses and instructional materials;
• Assists with equipment inventory and maintenance for assigned training programs;
• Articulates instructional tasks and provides guidance on how to perform them; assists with performance evaluations;
• Maintains requisite levels of proficiency in all duty-related techniques and procedures;
• Employee requires infrequent supervision and is expected to work independently according to established policies and accepted practice

Supervisory Responsibility

None required for this position.

Work Environment

Ability to work outdoors where conditions may be unpleasant or uncomfortable, irregular and unscheduled hours and with exposure to personal risks

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.

Position Type / Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position. Typical days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 8 : 00 a.m. to 5 : 00 p.m. Evening and weekend hours required, as required by business need.

Travel

Frequent local travel and occasional travel to other areas within and outside the United States and overseas to potentially high threat posts may be required.

Experience

Education

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

Drug Free Workplace

All Native Group is a Drug Free Workplace. It is our policy that all new hires must successfully complete a pre-employment drug screen as a condition of employment. In addition, all employees are subject to random drug screens throughout the term of their employment with All Native Group.

Security Clearance

Must possess or be able to obtain / maintain a SECRET security clearance

AAP / EEO Statement

All Native Group is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants are considered without regard to age, sex, race, national origin, religion, marital status or physical disability. However, preference may be extended to persons of Indian descent in accordance with applicable laws.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing 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.