Armed Trainer (85662)

Core Responsibilities

• Design and deliver training programs including classroom instruction, practical exercises, and online learning modules.
• Build and maintain curriculum, syllabi, presentations (PPT), and testing materials for all officer tiers and specializations.
• Develop New Hire Training (NHT) and On-the-Job Training (OJT) checklists and ensure deployment across contracts.
• Organize and facilitate training in OC spray, CPR/First Aid, Handcuffing, Range/Firearms qualifications, and other topics as needed based on contract requirements.
• Align training hours and content with contractual requirements; proactively adjust curriculum as needed.
• Ensure availability of all training materials, uniforms, and supplies ahead of training cycles.

Operations Collaboration

• Serve as liaison between Training, Operations and client teams.
• Support account managers by interpreting state and contract-specific training requirements.
• Aid in responding to training-related inquiries in contract bids and during officer infractions or investigations.
• Brief portfolio leadership on performance metrics, trends, and risks.
• Support operational leadership with coaching and field issues.
• Assist the Account Manager as operational needs arise.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in training, instruction, compliance, or security operations.
• Demonstrated experience with adult learning principles, curriculum development, and training evaluation.
• Law enforcement or comparable armed security experience preferred.
• Ability to qualify as a BSIS Firearms Instructor.
• POLICE or NRA firearms instructor certification with qualifying education or instructional experience.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Certified Instructor in CPR, AED, Adult First Aid (Red Cross, ASHA, etc.).
• Excellent public speaking and presentation skills with the ability to communicate to diverse audiences.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, Salesforce, and training/audit tools.
• Physically fit; capable of lifting 35 lbs and conducting defensive tactics and firearms instruction.
• High School Diploma required; Bachelor’s Degree in Law Enforcement, Criminal Justice, Instructional Design, or related field preferred.

Preferred Skills

• Familiarity with compliance standards such as ISO, SOC, or similar.
• Experience with Gantt charts, dashboard reporting, and performance management tools.
• Certifications in compliance, auditing, or training (e.g., CCEP, CQA, Learning & Development).
• Familiarity with government, law enforcement, or military training environments.