Walden 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 personnel training, FSD contracts, Walden Training Academy. Instruct specific training classes. Plan training classes”

Industry & Context.

Problems you'll solve

Problem Solving; Identifies and resolves problems; Gathers and analyzes information; Develops alternative solutions; Uses reason; Solves practical problems; Interprets instructions; Deals with problems

Eligibility Requirements

Ability to travel up to 10%, Pass background and drug test, Lift up to 25 pounds, Regularly talk or hear, Frequently stand, walk, sit, Use hands to finger, handle, or feel, Occasionally reach, Occasionally climb or balance, Occasionally stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, Specific vision abilities required

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Associate degree or 3 years experience, Ability to obtain State Trainer Certification, At least 21 years of age, Pass pre-employment drug screen, Pass criminal background check

Nice to Have

Prior Law Enforcement instructor, Military training instructor, Weapons Trainer Certification, NRA certification, USCCA certification, POST Law Enforcement certification, FLETC certification, Non-lethal weapons certification

What You'll Do.

Instruct specific training classes

Plan training classes

Schedule training classes

Coordinate training classes

Facilitate training classes

Present training classes

Provide instruction for security personnel

Provide training for Walden Training Academy

Cover use of security equipment

Cover task performance

Analyze contract statements of work

Determine training requirements

Facilitate individual training

Facilitate group instruction

Facilitate demonstrations

Facilitate conferences

Ensure contract training compliance

Create training programs

Edit training programs

Coordinate assigned training programs

Facilitate assigned training programs

Coordinate re-training programs

Facilitate re-training programs

Coordinate annual in-service training

Facilitate annual in-service training

Coordinate specialized training sessions

Facilitate specialized training sessions

Assist in business development

Assist in capture management

Assist in proposal production

Serve as subject matter expert

Draft training narrative

Support onboarding activities

Deliver orientation training

Record certification requirements

Maintain certification requirements

Assist in facilitating licensure

Assemble packets for agencies

Assist in online applications

Perform other duties as assigned

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Training team; Group problem-solving

Communication Scope

Oral Communication; Written Communication; Group presentation

Process & Methodology

Project Management

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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