Security Trainer/QC

First Coast Security Solutions; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

First Coast Security Solutions in Omaha, NE seeks a Trainer / Instructor to support FPS Heartland Region. You will train new and current employees, conduct quality control inspections, ensure contract compliance, and maintain training records and certifications.

The role requires firearms instruction, field exercises, and classroom training, with frequent travel; a strong background in federal security, instruction, and QA is preferred to develop staff and help contract success.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years of specialized experience in security operations, quality assurance, inspections, contract oversight, training management, or operational leadership.
• Minimum two years of instructor or training experience in civilian law enforcement/military law enforcement, military, commercial or industrial security, or federal security operations.
• Two years of armed security experience or one year of full-duty law enforcement experience, or two years of honorable military service.
• High school diploma or GED required; bachelor's degree preferred or equivalent experience.
• U.S. Citizen and able to meet federal contract eligibility requirements.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Provide initial, annual, refresher, remedial, and other required training for new and current employees.
• Develop and conduct required training programs for new hires and current employees that meet FPS and contract requirements.
• Evaluate employee performance and provide coaching to improve knowledge, skills, and job performance.
• Conduct quality control inspections and operational reviews at assigned federal facilities.
• Ensure compliance with post orders, policies, procedures, and contract training requirements.
• Identify deficiencies and recommend corrective actions to management.
• Maintain accurate training records, inspection reports, certifications, and required documentation.
• Assist with internal audits, compliance reviews, and quality assurance initiatives.
• Maintain accountability of training equipment, instructional materials, and related resources.
• Travel throughout the Heartland Region to conduct training, inspections, and field evaluations.

Skills

Security operations

Training management

Quality assurance

Leadership

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

PowerPoint

Job description

First Coast Security Solutions is seeking a Trainer / Instructor to support the Federal Protective Service (FPS) Heartland Region contract. This position is responsible for training new and current employees, conducting quality control inspections, ensuring compliance with contract requirements, and maintaining all required training records and certifications. The ideal candidate has a strong background in federal security, instruction, and quality assurance and is committed to developing employees while supporting contract success. The position requires the ability to perform physically demanding duties while conducting firearms instructions, practical exercises, field evaluations, and classroom training. Frequent travel throughout assigned contract area is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide initial, annual, refresher, remedial, and other required training for new and current employees.
• Develop and conduct required training programs for new hires and current employees that meet FPS and contract requirements.
• Evaluate employee performance and provide coaching to improve knowledge, skills, and job performance.
• Conduct quality control inspections and operational reviews at assigned federal facilities.
• Ensure compliance with post orders, policies, procedures, and contract training requirements.
• Identify deficiencies and recommend corrective actions to management.
• Maintain accurate training records, inspection reports, certifications, and required documentation.
• Assist with internal audits, compliance reviews, and quality assurance initiatives.
• Maintain accountability of training equipment, instructional materials, and related resources.
• Travel throughout the Heartland Region to conduct training, inspections, and field evaluations.

Requirements

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen and able to meet all federal contract eligibility requirements.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor's degree preferred or equivalent military, law enforcement, security, or management experience.
• Valid driver's license.
• Must receive and maintain a favorable Enter on Duty (EOD) or fitness determination.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Strong written, verbal, organizational, and leadership skills.
• Ability to obtain and maintain all contract-required certifications and clearances.
• State Training certified if applicable.

Experience

• Minimum of five (5) years of specialized experience in security operations, quality assurance, inspections, contract oversight, training management, or operational leadership.
• Minimum of two (2) years of instructor or training experience in civilian law enforcement/military law enforcement, military, commercial or industrial security, or federal security operations.
• Candidates must also have one of the following: two (2) years of armed security experience, one (1) year of full-duty law enforcement experience, or two (2) years of honorable military service.

Preferred Certifications

• Instructor certification (NRA, POST, FLETC, Police Academy, Military Instructor, or equivalent).
• Firearms Instructor
• First Aid
• CPR/AED
• Defensive Tactics
• Handcuffing
• Baton
• OC Spray

Working Conditions

• Work is performed at federal facilities, training environments, firing ranges, and office settings.
• Frequent standing, walking, bending, and conducting classroom and practical instruction.
• Ability to lift and carry training equipment and materials up to 50 pounds.
• Regular exposure to firearms training and loud noise.
• May involve exposure to loud noise levels during firearms training
• Must be able to wear and utilize required personal protective equipment, including body armor, hearing protection, eye protection, and duty gear.
• Must be able to work outdoors in varying weather conditions during firearms qualifications, practical exercises, and field training events.
• Must be able to sit for extended periods while preparing lesson plans, completing reports, maintaining records, and conducting administrative duties.
• Frequent travel throughout the Heartland Region.