Employment in this role is conditional upon successful execution of the contract by the client.
The Work
The Security Driver Training Instructor I will serve as an instructor and course manager for security driver training courses with responsibility for planning, organizing, and presenting and/or managing the presentation of one or more of these courses and for evaluating training effectiveness to ensure that objectives are met.
This position aligns with Cayuse’s core values of Innovation, Excellence, Collaboration, Adaptability, and Integrity by fostering technical solutions that meet customer needs, promoting teamwork, and prioritizing quality in deliverables.
Key Responsibilities
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Plans, organizes, and instructs driver training courses.
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Reviews established training objectives, lesson plans, training materials, and instructional methods prior to the beginning of assigned courses.
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Researches and reviews current reports related to the client and introduces applicable information into driver training courses.
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Resolves problems that occur in the preparation for and during training.
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Complies with all Federal Law Enforcement Training and Accreditation (FLETA) accreditation standards.
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Evaluates training effectiveness to ensure that training objectives have been met.
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Reviews and analyzes trainee evaluations, feedback from other instructors, and personal observations.
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Identifies need for and assists with revisions to course content and materials or instructional methods as necessary to improve the driver training curriculum effectiveness and quality.
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Participates in curriculum review conferences.
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Ensure optimum efficiency in the use of assigned resources.
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Assists instructors in other security related subjects including terrorist operations, surveillance detection, attack recognition, and motorcade operations.
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Provides assistance in conducting practical exercises when needed.
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Presents security awareness briefings to a wide range or audiences.
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Establishes and maintains liaison with a broad array of law enforcement, security, military, government and civilian organizations interested in or affected by security/defensive driving.
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Keeps abreast of current security techniques, methods, and procedures in the security/counterterrorist driving, vehicle dynamics, and motorcade operations areas through attendance at training sessions, seminars, and workshops.
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Assists in scheduling and planning classes by developing and maintaining close contact with program coordinators as well as with other appropriate training entities.
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Submits training records in a timely manner.
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Tests/evaluates new training courses and instructional materials.
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Assists with equipment inventory and maintenance for assigned training programs.
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Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications – Here’s What You Need
The qualifications and skills listed below are intended to provide a general overview of the requirements for this position. However, due to the anticipated nature of the contract and the absence of a finalized task order from the client, this list should not be considered all-encompassing. Additional qualifications, certifications, skills, or experience specific to the client’s requirements may be identified and requested upon award of the task order. Candidates should demonstrate flexibility and a willingness to adapt to evolving responsibilities as outlined by the client.
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Must possess a high school diploma, associate’s degree preferred.
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Certification as a driving instructor from a law enforcement academy or driver training school/academy with one (1) to three (3) years of instructor experience (must have taught at least one (1) class per week during that time).
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Knowledge of security/antiterrorist driving principles and concepts.
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Knowledge of terrorist operations and surveillance detection.
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Knowledge of vehicle mechanics, engineering, and fabrication.
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Basic knowledge of adult learning principles, course development, classroom and practical instructional presentation methods, and methods for evaluating training effectiveness.
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Familiarity with the functions, responsibilities, and duties of Foreign Service personnel preferred.
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Ability to provide in-car and classroom instruction for DS courses excluding off road and unimproved road driving techniques and tactical motorcades.
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Ability to immediately analyze, predict, and preclude unsafe driving situations to ensure training exercises are conducted in a safe manner.
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Ability to establish and maintain liaison with personnel at all levels in order to plan and coordinate assigned responsibilities.
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Previous Law enforcement or military instructor experience desired.
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Must possess a valid US driver’s license.
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Secret Clearnce is required.
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Due to the nature of work at the client’s site, U.S. Citizenship is required.
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Must be able to pass a background check. May require additional background checks as required by projects and/or clients at any time during employment.
Minimum Skills:
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Skill in oral and written communications to present training to a variety of audiences and to prepare and present briefings.
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Must have excellent people and organizational skills.
Our Commitment to you / overview of benefits
- SCA Health & Welfare fringe benefits.
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Telemedicine
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Dental & Vision
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EAP
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Basic Life and AD&D Insurance (Company Provided)
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Voluntary Life and AD&D options
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401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with matching after one year
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Paid Time Off
Reports to: Program Manager
Working Conditions
- Must be physically and mentally able to perform duties extended periods of time.
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Ability to work outdoors where conditions may be unpleasant or uncomfortable, irregular and unscheduled hours and with exposure to personal risks
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Must be able to lift equipment and different types of tires when required
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Ability to use a computer and other office productivity tools with sufficient speed to meet the demands of this position.
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Must be able to establish a productive and professional workspace.
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Must be able to sit for long periods of time looking at computer screen.
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May be asked to work a flexible schedule which may include holidays.
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May be asked to travel for business or professional development purposes.
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May be asked to work hours outside of normal business hours.
Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Cayuse is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, skills, and abilities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment in accordance with any applicable federal, state, or local law.
