Walden Security

security

TrainingInstructor,FSD

$55–65k Chattanooga, Tennessee, United States
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Mid+ candidates.

The Brief

“Training Instructor, FSD at Walden Security. Skills: Training instruction, Security equipment, Participant interaction. Instruct specific training classes. Facilitate training programs”

What You'll Achieve.

Providing the highest quality instruction; Ensure 100% compliance

Industry & Context.

security
Problems you'll solve

Identifies and resolves problems; Gathers and analyzes information; Develops alternative solutions; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics; Solves practical problems; Interprets instructions; Deals with problems

Eligibility Requirements

Ability to travel up to 10%, Pass a pre-employment drug screen, Pass a criminal background check, Pass a background and drug test, Regularly required to talk or hear, Frequently required to stand, walk, sit, Use hands to finger, handle, or feel, Occasionally required to reach, Climb or balance, Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, Occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, Specific vision abilities required: close vision, distance vision, depth perception, ability to adjust focus, ability to see and distinguish basic colors

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Associate degree from a college or three years of or equivalent combination of education and experience in classroom instruction, Ability to obtain State Trainer Certification(s), Must be at least 21 years of Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen and criminal background check, Must be able to travel up to 10%

Nice to Have

Prior Law Enforcement, Military training instructor preferred, Weapons Trainer Certification is preferred. (NRA, USCCA, POST Law Enforcement, FLETC), Non-lethal weapons certification is preferred (baton, OC, handcuffs, etc. )

What You'll Do.

Instruct specific training classes

Facilitate training programs

Analyze contract statements

Determine training requirements

Facilitate individual training

Facilitate group instruction

Create training programs

Edit training programs

Coordinate training programs

Facilitate re-training programs

Facilitate annual training

Facilitate specialized training

Assist business development

Serve as subject matter expert

Draft training narrative

Support onboarding activities

Deliver orientation training

Maintain certification requirements

Assist in facilitating licensure

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Participates with the training team; Works well in group problem-solving; Contributes to building a positive team; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed

Communication Scope

Oral Communication; Written Communication; Speak clearly and persuasively; Respond to questions; Group presentation; Participate in meetings; Write clearly; Edit work; Vary writing style; Present numerical data; Read and interpret information

Process & Methodology

Develops project plans, Coordinates project activities, Communicates changes, Completes projects on time, Manages project team activities

Full Job Description

SUMMARY: Primarily assigned to instruct specific training classes or lessons; Plans, schedules, coordinates, facilitates, and presents training focused on providing the highest quality instruction for security personnel contracts supported by the Federal Services Division (FSD) and any training offered by the Walden Training Academy. Instruction may occur both individually and in group settings, covering the use of various security equipment and task performance. Requires an advanced level of interaction skills, often dealing with participants who are learning new skills for the first time. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Participates with the training team to analyze contract statements of work and other mandates to determine training requirements within the FSD; Facilitates individual training, group instruction, demonstrations, meetings, and conferences, as directed by the Academy Manager or Director of Operations and Training; Responsible for all contract training compliance mandates within the FSD; Creates and edits training programs in accordance with Statements of Work requirements and customer approval requirements; Coordinates and facilitates assigned training programs, re-training programs, annual in-service training, and specialized training sessions for protective security officers, court security officers, and security supervisors within the FSD; Assists in business development, capture management, and proposal production efforts, including, but not limited to, serving as a subject matter expert, drafting training narrative for proposal efforts; Supports onboarding activities within the FSD and delivers orientation training to new employees; Maintains records and prepares accurate and timely reports both manually and through automated methods (LMS); Records and maintains certification requirements and credentials. May assist in facilitating licensure to ensure 100% compliance: Assemble packets for submission to Local, State, and Federal agencies

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