SERE Instructors

Amentum; Southern Pines (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Amentum is seeking a SERE Instructor in Southern Pines, NC to train DoD personnel in survival, evasion, resistance, and escape principles. This onsite role follows DoD policy and guidance and requires DoD clearance, strong instructional skills, and the ability to work in austere conditions.

Responsibilities include delivering instructional sessions, assessing learners, and developing training materials. Occasional travel and weekend work may be required as part of supporting DoD missions.

Qualifications

• Must have a Secret US Government Clearance to obtain and maintain a Top-Secret clearance; US citizenship required.
• Experience delivering instructional sessions that meet specific learning objectives.
• Strong facilitation and presentation skills to engage learners.
• Proficiency with informal lectures, guided discussions and role play.
• Basic MS Word and PowerPoint skills; proficient email usage.
• Ability to work independently and in a team; strong communication and adaptability.

Responsibilities

• Conduct SERE instruction in individual, small and large groups in accordance with DoD policy.
• Deliver training events and assess student performance.
• Utilize blended learning techniques including eLearning, lectures, discussions and role plays.
• Develop training materials and coordinate training events as needed.
• Provide guidance and coaching to colleagues to support team growth.
• Be willing to work in austere conditions, nonstandard hours and weekends; travel may be required.

Skills

Secret clearance

Instructional delivery

MS Office

Team collaboration

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Amentum is seeking candidates for a SERE Instructor position in Southern Pines, NC. This onsite role involves training select Department of Defense (DoD) personnel in Survival, Evasion, Resistance, and Escape (SERE) principles, following DoD policy and guidance.

Responsibilities

• Conducting instruction during individual, small and large group laboratory settings as it relates to the principles of SERE and procedures supporting DoD policy, guidance, and the Code of Conduct.

• Conducting training events and assessing student performance during the learning processes.

• Use blended learning techniques such as eLearning tools, lectures, classroom discussions, team exercises, readings, case studies, role-play, and demonstrations of required skills through work-related tasks.

• Duties may include developing training materials, coordinating, and resourcing training events.

• May provide guidance, coaching and training to other employees to support team growth.

• Duties will require a willingness and ability to work in austere conditions, nonstandard hours, and occasional weekends. Limited short-duration CONUS travel may also be required.

Minimum Requirements

• Must have a Secret US Government Clearance to be able to obtain and maintain a Top-Secret US Government Clearance. Note: US Citizenship is required to obtain a Secret US Government Clearance.

• Must pass a human-factors screening.

• Experience delivering instructional teaching sessions that meet specific learning objectives.

• Ability to facilitate learning by applying subtle course facilitation skills and effective presentation skills.

• Must have a sound working knowledge and proficiency in the use of instructional methodologies (informal lecture, guided discussion, and role play) to present information and dilemmas.

• Must have at least basic level MS Office skills (specifically Word and PowerPoint) and proficiency with using email.

• Must be able to work independently and in a team environment.

• Must have excellent communication skills and the ability to be flexible and adaptable as needed.

• Candidates must be willing to travel for an on-site interview at their own expense.

Preferred Qualifications

• Local resident.

• Graduate of an accredited U.S. military/government survival, evasion, resistance, and escape (SERE) course.

• Knowledge of Department of Defense guidance regarding the Code of Conduct.

• Graduate of a basic instructor course with an understanding of training approach and processes.

• Operational experience in Personnel Recovery tasks or with SERE TTP.