Part Time Firearms and Tactical Instructor

Uniteddefensetactical; Glendale (AZ); On-site; USD 48,216 - 68,880; Part time

Job summary

United Defense Tactical in Glendale, Arizona is looking for a skilled Firearms Instructor to provide firearms training services. Responsibilities include conducting training sessions, teaching firearm safety, and using advanced simulators for realistic training experiences. Applicants should have a minimum of 3 years of experience in a related role and possess the necessary certifications. This position offers part-time work hours typically between mornings, afternoons, and weekends, allowing for flexible scheduling.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years experience as a firearms Instructor or law enforcement officer.
• Possess necessary certifications and licenses for instructing.
• Outgoing and engaging with members.

Responsibilities

• Instruct using UDT's threat-based reality simulator.
• Conduct firearms training sessions for individuals and groups.
• Teach proper firearm safety rules and protocols.

Skills

Communication skills

Firearm safety knowledge

Interpersonal skills

Ability to manage multiple tasks

Familiarity with various firearms

Job description

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.
• Poses any necessary certifications and licenses for instructing.
• Outgoing and Engaging with members

Schedule / Expected Work Hours

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