Security Driver Training Instructor

Role Overview

• Plans, organizes, and instructs driver training courses
• Reviews established training objectives, lesson plans, training materials, and instructional methods prior to the assigned courses
• Researches and reviews current reports related to Diplomatic Security
• Resolves problems that occur in the preparation for and during training
• Complies with all Federal Law Enforcement Training and Accreditation (FLETA) accreditation standards
• Evaluates training effectiveness to ensure training objectives have been met
• Reviews and analyzes trainee evaluations, feedback from instructors, and personal observations
• Identifies need for and assists with revisions to course content and materials or instructional methods
• Participates in curriculum review conferences
• Ensures optimum efficiency in the use of assigned resources
• Provides assistance in conducting practical exercises when needed
• Presents security awareness briefings to a wide range of audiences
• Establishes and maintains liaison with law enforcement, military, government and civilian organizations
• Keeps abreast of current security techniques, methods, and procedures
• Assists in scheduling and planning classes
• Submits training records in a timely manner
• Tests/evaluates new training courses and instructional materials
• Assists with equipment inventory and maintenance for assigned training programs

Requirements

• Three (3)
• five (5) years of instructor experience (must have taught at least one (1) class per week during that time)
• Previous Law enforcement or military instructor experience is desired
• High School diploma; Associates or Bachelors’ degree preferred; but demonstrated work experience of eight to ten years in this specific field will be considered
• Certification as a driving instructor from a law enforcement academy or driver training school/academy
• Intermediate knowledge of security/antiterrorist driving principles and concepts
• Intermediate knowledge of vehicle mechanics, engineering, and fabrication
• Intermediate knowledge of current protective security methods
• Knowledge of terrorist operations and surveillance detection
• Familiarity with the functions, responsibilities, and duties of Foreign Service personnel preferred
• Basic knowledge of adult learning principles
• Ability to provide in-car and classroom instruction for all aspects of off road and unimproved road driving techniques.
• Ability to immediately analyze, predict, and preclude unsafe driving situations
• Must possess a valid U.S. driver’s license.

Benefits

• Drug Free Workplace
• Pre-employment drug screen for new hires
• Random drug screens throughout employment