Firearms Instructor

United Defense Tactical - St. Pete; Saint Petersburg (FL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

United Defense Tactical is seeking a skilled Firearms Instructor to provide comprehensive firearms training to our members. You will lead sessions using our threat-based simulator, live-fire training, and force-on-force scenarios to build safe, competent shooters.

The role emphasizes safety, professional communication, and maintaining an outdoor range environment with up-to-date training techniques.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years as firearms instructor or law enforcement officer.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Extensive knowledge of firearm safety and handling protocols.
• Comfortable working in an outdoor range environment.

Responsibilities

• Instruct members using threat-based simulator and live-fire training.
• Teach force-on-force and self-defense courses.
• Conduct firearms training sessions for individuals and groups.

Skills

Firearms instruction

Communication

Safety protocols

Outdoor range experience

Education

3+ years firearms instructor experience

Tools

Range equipment maintenance

Job description

Schedule / Expected Work Hours

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

• Weekends
• Evening shifts
• Weekday mornings or afternoons, possibly

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.
• 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.
• Poses any necessary certifications and licenses for instructing.

Company Overview

• United Defense Tactical is a leading firearms training facility dedicated to empowering civilians with the skills and knowledge to effectively defend themselves in real-world scenarios. Our state-of-the-art facility offers comprehensive training programs, cutting-edge equipment, and a commitment to excellence in customer service.

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. Our 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