Firearms and Tactical Instructor

Uniteddefensetactical; Glendale (AZ); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Employee discounts

Flexible schedule

Health insurance

Training & development

Job summary

A tactical training organization in Glendale seeks a skilled Firearms Instructor to provide comprehensive firearms training services. The role requires conducting training sessions on firearm safety and handling using state-of-the-art simulators. The ideal candidate has a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience and possesses excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage and educate participants effectively. Full-time and part-time hours are available, with flexible scheduling during weekdays and weekends.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years experience as a firearms instructor or law enforcement officer.
• Comfortable working in an outdoor range environment.
• Possess necessary certifications and licenses for instructing.

Responsibilities

• Instruct with UDT's threat-based simulator.
• Conduct firearms training sessions for individuals and groups.
• Teach proper firearm safety rules and protocols.
• Maintain training equipment and facility.
• Monitor a safe training environment.
• Evaluate participants' performance.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Strong knowledge of firearm safety

Interpersonal skills

Ability to manage tasks

Engagement with members

Familiar with various firearms

Education

Firearms Instructor certification

Job description

Benefits

• Dental insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Training & development

Company Overview

United Defense Tactical is redefining how civilians train for personal defense.

We are not a traditional range and not a one‑weekend class. We are a professional, scenario‑based training environment focused on decision‑making, accountability, and real‑world performance under stress.

Our instructors come from military and law enforcement backgrounds and share a commitment to safety, professionalism, and mentorship. We exist to empower responsible citizens to build confidence, judgment, and readiness through consistent training.

For those who have worn the uniform and still feel called to serve, this is an opportunity to continue making an impact—this time by developing capable, disciplined members of your own community.

We are seeking professionals who lead with integrity, humility, and competence—and who believe training should elevate people, not intimidate them.

Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Firearms Instructor to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing firearms training services to our clients. In this role, you will be responsible for conducting training sessions and teaching firearm safety, handling, and shooting techniques. UDT utilizes a state‑of‑the‑art threat‑based simulator to teach our members, along with reality‑based force‑on‑force training and indoor and outdoor live‑fire training.

Responsibilities

• Instruct our members using UDT's threat‑based reality simulator.
• Teach our force on force and self‑defense training courses.
• Conduct firearms training sessions for individuals and groups, including basic safety, handling, and shooting techniques.
• Teach proper firearm safety rules and protocols to ensure all participants are aware of the potential hazards associated with firearms.
• Maintain training equipment and facility.
• Monitor and maintain a safe and secure range environment during training sessions.
• Evaluate participants' performance and provide feedback to help them improve their skills.
• Stay current with industry developments, new equipment, and training techniques to ensure that training sessions are up‑to‑date and effective.

Qualifications

• Ability to learn and adhere to UDT's extensive and in‑depth curriculum.
• A minimum of 3 years of experience as a firearms Instructor/law enforcement officer/Prior Military.
• Possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong knowledge of firearm safety and handling protocols.
• Familiarity with a variety of firearms and their operation.
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks effectively.
• Comfortable working in an outdoor range environment.
• Possess any necessary certifications and licenses for instructing.
• Outgoing and engaging with members.

Schedule / Expected Work Hours

Full time:

40 Hours Per Week

• Weekday mornings or afternoons
• Weekends
• Evening shifts

Part Time

You can generally be expected to work 16 - 20 hours a week. Common part‑time work schedules include:

• Weekday mornings or afternoons
• Weekends
• Evening shifts

Company Purpose/Mission

• Empowerment through tactical training by providing the most comprehensive, reality‑based tactical training experience to civilians, military & law enforcement.

Company Values

• The core values of United Defense Tactical are those values we hold that form the foundation on which we perform work and conduct ourselves. The values underlie our work, how we interact with each other, and which strategies we employ to fulfill our mission. The core values are the basic elements of how we go about our work.
  • Our core values are described as follows:
    1. Don’t make excuses, make it happen.
    2. Serve selflessly and with the highest integrity.
    3. Show up with positivity, high energy, and excitement.
    4. UDT is a synonym for world class - Operate like it in everything you do.
    5. Be organized. Be clean. Be prepared.
    6. Keep calm and respect others.
    7. Educate & Execute, but more importantly - EMPOWER