SPEAR Team Police Training Specialist

IMDiversity; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The Metropolitan Transportation Authority Police Department seeks qualified Police Officers to join the SPEAR Team (Specialized Police Engagement and Response Team) within the Professional Development Section. The SPEAR Team leads tactical training development, testing, and delivery to ensure high-quality, realistic instruction for critical incidents.

Selected officers will train others in courses such as Patrol Rifle Operators Course and Active Shooter Threat Response, and participate in

Qualifications

• Must have three (3) or more years of MTAPD experience.
• Must be a current MTAPD Police Officer in good standing.
• Must demonstrate a high level of firearms proficiency and tactical awareness.
• Must maintain excellent physical conditioning and professional appearance.
• Must possess strong interpersonal, instructional, and communication skills.
• Must be self-motivated and capable of working effectively with limited supervision.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and assist in the instruction of Department members.
• Must demonstrate the ability to operate safely and professionally in high-risk training environments.
• Must be willing to attend specialized training courses to enhance personal proficiency and instructional capability.
• Candidates will be required to pass the Cooper Standards Physical Fitness Test at the 50% standard to be eligible to sit for an interview.
• Candidates may be required to successfully complete a panel interview and practical skills evaluation as part of the selection process.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development, testing, and delivery of the Department’s Patrol Rifle Operators Course.
• Assist in the instruction and evaluation of the Active Shooter Threat Response Training Program.
• Support the development and delivery of specialized tactical training programs, including Hybrid Threat Unit training and other advanced courses.
• Participate in design, testing, evaluation, and improvement of tactical training curriculum and equipment.
• Assist in conducting scenario-based training exercises designed to simulate real-world threats.
• Maintain proficiency in department-issued firearms, patrol rifle platforms, and tactical response techniques.
• Assist with the preparation and maintenance of training equipment, lesson plans, and instructional materials.
• Represent the Professional Development Section during training exercises and interagency events.
• Attend and complete specialized instructor and tactical training courses as directed.
• Work extended tours when necessary and maintain physical readiness to support training objectives.

Skills

Firearms proficiency

Tactical awareness

Physical conditioning

Interpersonal skills

Instructional skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Self-motivation

Independent work

Job description

The Metropolitan Transportation Authority Police Department seeks qualified Police Officers to join the SPEAR Team (Specialized Police Engagement and Response Team) within the Professional Development Section. The SPEAR Team leads tactical training development, testing, and delivery to ensure high-quality, realistic instruction for critical incidents.

Selected officers will train others in courses such as Patrol Rifle Operators Course and Active Shooter Threat Response, and participate in