Training Manager

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and oversee the Training Program in full compliance with DOE regulations, including applicable sections of 10 CFR Part 1046, DBT-driven requirements, and SPR contractual obligations.
• Collapse coordination of all training activities for Protective Force personnel, including initial qualifications, requalification, firearms training, tactical training, and scenario-based exercises.
• Evaluate training effectiveness through testing, assessments, and performance metrics; implement improvements based on results.
• Ensure all training documentation, records, and certifications meet DOE, M&O contractor, and internal audit standards.
• Collaborate closely with site leadership, the Subcontract Manager, SMTR, and M&O Security Directorate to ensure alignment with mission objectives.
• Develop training schedules, lesson plans, and course materials that support operational planning, DBT assumptions, emergency response protocols, and site-specific requirements.
• Lead training staff and manage daily operations within the training department.
• Maintain strong relationships with federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies to coordinate mutual training opportunities and share best practices.
• Support special response teams and tactical units; ensure readiness standards reflect DOE expectations and threat assessments.
• Provide guidance and oversight in environments characterized by fragmented or multi-site operations.
• Prepare professional verbal and written reports, briefings, and presentations as required.
• Manage multiple training deadlines, inspections, and qualification cycles in a fast-paced operational environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in law enforcement, organizational/business discipline, or related field (May be offset with extensive relevant experience.)
• Minimum of 10 years of security operations and/or managerial experience.
• DOE experience required (protective force, NNSA, or DOE site operations).
• Experience in military operations or basic Infantry tactics (SWAT or tactical response experience highly valued).
• Working knowledge of Operational Planning and the current Design Basis Threat.
• Experience working within a fragmented organization (multi-site or complex structure).
• Strong understanding of basic police procedures and experience collaborating with civilian law enforcement agencies.
• Coursework or training in training development preferred.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Proficiency in MS Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience developing or managing training programs in a DOE environment.
• Familiarity with federal protective force standards and audit requirements.
• Instructional design or formal adult-learning training certifications.
• Experience delivering tactical, firearms, or emergency response training.