Special Skills Tactics Instructor (RED-T)

All Native Group; Blackstone (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

All Native Group is seeking a full-time Special Skills Tactics Instructor for the Room Entry Defensive Tactics (RED-T) Program in Blackstone, VA. The instructor will be a subject matter expert in defensive non-lethal force tactics, working closely with law enforcement and military.

Position entails planning, conducting training, and ensuring effectiveness of diverse methods. Candidates should possess experience along with excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years of instructor experience required.
• Five years of hard-skills tactics experience.
• Completion of a recognized instructor development training course preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plans and provides instruction in varied conditions.
• Maintains liaison with law enforcement and military organizations.
• Evaluates training effectiveness and trainee feedback.

Skills

Instructor experience

Hard-skills tactics experience

Collaboration and organizational skills

Effective verbal communication

Knowledge of security concepts

Familiarity with terrorism operations

Skill in oral and written communications

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Position Overview

Ho-Chunk Inc. Management Services requires a full-time Special Skills Tactics Instructor for the Room Entry Defensive Tactics (RED‑T) Program at the U.S. Department of State’s Foreign Affairs Security Training Center (FASTC) in Blackstone, VA. The instructor serves as subject matter expert in defensive non‑lethal force tactics, room entry, small unit tactics, physical fitness, emergency medical care, suspect control techniques, risk management, mission planning, personal security detail operations, communications, security awareness and threat prevention, surveillance detection, and related anti‑terrorism topics.

Essential Functions

• Plans, organizes, and provides instruction in all environmental conditions.
• Maintains liaison with law enforcement, security, military, government and civilian organizations.
• Researches and reviews DS related information and keeps abreast of current security techniques through training sessions, seminars, and workshops.
• Complies with Federal Law Enforcement Training Accreditation (FLETA) standards.
• Reviews training objectives, lesson plans and instructional materials prior to courses.
• Tests and evaluates new training courses and instructional materials.
• Resolves problems that occur during preparation and conduct of training.
• Evaluates training effectiveness to ensure objectives are met.
• Reviews trainee evaluations and feedback from other instructors.
• Identifies needs for course content revisions or instructional method improvements.
• Participates in curriculum review and design as a subject matter expert.
• Ensures efficient use of assigned resources.
• Assists instructors in other security‑related subjects.
• Performs Training Safety Officer/role player controller support tasks and assigns role players as needed.
• Provides assistance with practical exercises.
• Presents briefings to a wide range of audiences.
• Assists in scheduling and planning classes with program coordinators and training entities.
• Ensures training aligns with Department regulations and applicable law.
• Submits training records promptly.
• Assists with equipment inventory and maintenance.
• Maintains proficiency in duty‑related techniques and procedures.
• May participate in Proposal Support functions due to expertise.

Supervisory Responsibility

None required for this position.

Work Environment

This job operates in a professional office environment and routinely uses computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.

Physical Demands

• Regular physical and mental exertion, long periods of standing, irregular hours.
• Ability to work in adverse environmental conditions, extreme heat or cold.
• Ability to lift and carry equipment and materials.
• Experience with pyrotechnics in a training environment.
• Effective verbal communication, clear spoken instructions.

Position Type / Expected Hours

Full‑time. Typical hours Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Evening and weekend hours required as needed.

Travel

Travel as necessary to U.S. and foreign training sites; not expected to exceed 25% of total work time.

Experience

• Two years of instructor experience.
• Five years of relevant hard‑skills tactics experience.
• Experience working overseas and in an embassy environment preferred.

Education

High school diploma required.

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

• Completion of a recognized instructor development training course preferred.
• Collaboration and organizational skills.
• Knowledge of security concepts, principles and practices.
• Familiarity with terrorism and anti‑terrorism operations.
• Current protective security methods knowledge.
• Familiarity with Foreign Service duties preferred.
• Basic knowledge of adult learning principles and course development.
• Skill in oral and written communications for varied audiences.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to drive official U.S. Government vehicles.

Security Clearance

Must be U.S. citizen and possess or be able to obtain/maintain a SECRET clearance.

Drug Free Workplace

All hires must pass a pre‑employment drug screen. Employees are subject to random drug screens during employment.

AAP/EEO Statement

All Native Group is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Preference may be given to persons of Indian descent per applicable laws.

Other Duties

Duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.