Lead Firearms Instructor - Part Time / on Call

Job Description

Lead Firearms Instructors (LFIs) are the first point of contact for Federal Flight Deck Officers (FFDO) when they arrive at the training venue; are responsible for checking them in; verifying weapons and credentials; conducting training and overseeing the course of fire at the gun-range. They are responsible for ensuring the safety of all personnel on the range and securing SSI and SPII information during and after requalification sessions.

HOW A LEAD FIREARMS INSTRUCTOR WILL MAKE AN IMPACT

Lead Firearms Instructors (LFIs) are the first point of contact at the training venue for FFDO and is the on-site training manager for the program. LFIs conduct all classroom instruction; delivering the approved TSA training and safety brief; introducing and describing new equipment; and ensuring all students understand and sign the safety briefing. The LFI ensures a minimum number of SFIs are present to maintain an instructor/student ratio of 1:6 for each training session. The LFI must ensure a sufficient inventory of training supplies is on-hand at the training venue to support monthly requalification sessions. The LFI is expected to maintain positive control of the training environment from the moment students arrive at the venue to the moment they depart.

Job Qualifications

• Current or former federal law enforcement agent; officer; or civilian employee having completed a recognized federal firearm instructor training program deemed acceptable by the TSA/FAMS.
  • Examples of a recognized federal firearms instructor programs include; but are not limited to; certified instructor graduates of FLETC Firearms Instructor Training program (FITP); FAMS Firearms Instructor Training Program; FBI/DEA Firearms Instructor Training Program; United States Postal Inspectors Firearms Instructor Training Program or equivalent federal training program.
• All LFIs must successfully complete a 2-3 days firearms re-qualification training program under the technical direction of the SAC, FAMS Training Division, and the FFDO Program Office. Areas of instruction shall include; but not to be limited to; the re-qualification course(s) of fire; procedural requirements for conducting the re-qualification session; and use of a GFE Automatic External Defibrillator (AED); and basic first aid.
• Education / Equivalent Training: Associates Degree; or the equivalent combination of education, technical certifications or training, or work/military experience.

UNIQUE/ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Working Conditions: The work is typically performed at an indoor or outdoor gun range. Employees will be required to handle weapons and ammunition in the course of their duties. Exposure to high volumes of noise due to the firing of weapons will occur and employees are required to wear hearing protection in the form of foam ear plugs as well as external hearing protection. Exposure to expelled gun-powder as a result of fired ammunition is expected; and the employees must wash hands after handling ammunition. Work may require some physical effort in the handling of light materials, boxes, or equipment.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED

• Experience: 5 years of firearms training experience.

WORK LOCATION

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 8
Travel Required: None
Telecommuting Options: Onsite
Work Location: USA UT Sandy

TOTAL REWARDS

• Comprehensive health and wellness packages
  Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career
  Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications
  Cutting-edge technology you can learn from

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE

• Total Rewards Package: Includes various medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match.
• Flex Work Weeks: Full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave.
• Identity Verification Process: Advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud.

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