Integration and Training Instructor (ITI) - WPS III (Iraq)

About the role

The Department of State seeks candidates to train U.S. contractors and conduct integration training for Local Nationals (LNs) in austere environments. The position supports Department of State Worldwide Protective Services III (WPS III) Task Orders.

Responsibilities

• Conduct integration training for LNs in overseas locations.
• Liaise with other training entities involved with WPS III and the integration of LNs.
• Direct and mentor integrated LN protective security personnel and operations on a day-to-day basis.
• Ensure that PRS assignments conducted with integrated LN protective security personnel are carried out in accordance with Post policy.
• Career Path: Support Department of State Protective Services in austere environments.

Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Must possess a minimum of two (2) years’ experience as an instructor in a security field.
• Must possess a minimum of one (1) year of experience working as a full-time equivalent (FTE) firearms instructor.
• Must possess a minimum of five (5) years’ experience in protective security assignments.
• Must have a valid U.S. Driver’s License.
• Must have a valid U.S. Passport with no less than 6 months remaining before expiration.
• Must be proficient in the ability to speak, write, and communicate in English.
• Must pass the pre-employment Physical Readiness Test (PRT) in order to advance in the application process for the position.
• Training (Paid Training): Attend and successfully complete the DOS Protective Security Specialist Basic, Quick Reaction Force, and Basic Field Firearms Officer’s training courses.
• Must be approved for a Department of State Medical Clearance.
• Must be able to walk, squat, crawl, run, quickly enter/exit vehicles, maneuver around obstacles, carry heavy equipment and personnel, and operate mission-essential issued equipment requiring dexterity.
• Must be able to operate and/or travel in vehicles on improved and unimproved roadways, as well as off-road.
• Must be physically able to carry and operate firearms.
• Must maintain physical fitness readiness that includes, but is not limited to: medium and/or long-distance running, bench presses, agility runs, push-ups, sit-ups, and stretching.
• Must be able to sit and/or stand for long periods with minimal breaks.
• Must possess no medical or physical impediments to traveling overseas to and within countries considered dangerous or unhealthy.
• Must be able to travel long distances in airplanes, helicopters, and road vehicles.

Benefits

Acuity International is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.