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Rigid Tactical (EOD GRP II) - Combat Skills Instructor in Blackstone, Virginia
Contingent upon contract award of a government contract.
Rigid Tactical is now seeking Highley skilled Combat Skills Instructors This position is located at Fort Pickett, Blackstone VA. and is in support of the supporting (EOD GRP TWO) Readiness & Training Combat Instructors and Support. The selected candidate will be able to communicate effectively (written/verbal), possess strong interpersonal skills, be self-motivated, proactive, and be innovative in a fast-paced environment. It is envisioned that the contractor will effectively manage its workforce across the program, including shifting resources to apply expertise to tasks most effectively and to accommodate changes in schedules, high-tempo requirements and/or simultaneous events.
In support of NECC and all subordinate units training at Fort Barfoot. The contractor shall· Perform and instruct basic to advanced levels of classroom, laboratory, and practical instruction in support of the NECC Combat Skills Continuum and otherlive fire shooting courses executed by EODTEU TWO in accordance with approved curricula, including nighttime exercises as required.
Maintain an instructor training binder with approved personalized course materials to be utilized during instruction.
Perform and instruct the safe operation of, but not limited to, the EOD authorized weapons systems, tactical vehicles, and authorized technical training
equipment, including optics, laser systems and synthetic weapons trainers.
- Perform course preparations to include, but not limited to, preparation of classroom, weapons loading, weapons mounting, target placement, computer setup,
practical area setup, vehicle staging, etc.
- Perform operator level weapons cleaning, maintenance and repairs of all authorized weapon systems. Assist in the management of Command small arms
qualification program and database.
- Extended Work Week authorization as required by current tasking.
Clearance Requirements - Secret
Education/qualification/experience:The following education will be required of contracted personnel and certificates/documentation of completion must be provided to the COR and/or TPOC for approval prior to execution of duties:
- Navy Instructor Training Course (NEC 9502) or equivalent (Completion of a civilian [or commercial] formal course of instruction which has been evaluated
and certified as a Journeyman Instructor Training / National Inspection Testing & Certification equivalency by the Center for Personal and Professional
- Development [CPPD]). NOTE: Acceptable forms of documentation include past military evaluations, past documented work experience, DD Form 214,
certificates from authorized civilian or military courses of instruction, SMART transcript, etc.
Proof of completion of training on required weapons systems within last five (5) years.
Qualify as Range Safety Officer (RSO) / Range Officer in Charge (OIC), at Barfoot or other assigned range as required.
Possess a valid state motor vehicle operator license(s).
Shall be required to obtain license to operate Light Vehicles through 1 ¼ Ton, HMMWV, and related equipment from EODESU TWO/EODTEU TWO in
accordance with COMEODGRUTWOINST 11014.1(series)
- Shall be intimately familiar with the safe operation and maintenance of all service provided weapons, weapons systems and all optics and associated
components of those weapons to include, but not limited to the following and their variants:
o M9/M11 Pistol
o M4/M16 Rifle
o M240/M60
o M2 .50 cal
o M203 Grenade Launcher
o M82/M107 .50 cal
The following experience will be required of contracted personnel as evidenced by NEC or MOS qualification from prior military service.
Shall be a graduate of Special Tactical Services (STS), Mid-South Shooting Institute, Gryphon Group, Special Forces Advanced Reconnaissance Target
Analysis and Exploitation Techniques (SFARTAETC), Special Forces Advanced Urban Combat (SFAUC) or Marine Corp Advanced Urban Combat
(MCAUC) small arms weapons training, or equivalent. Equivalent small arms weapons training courses will be considered but must be approved by the COR
and TA/TPOC.
- Shall be a graduate of International Training, Inc. (ITI), Gryphon Group, Tier One Off-road or Tony Scott’s Vehicle Dynamics Institute (VDI) tactical driving
courses, or equivalent. Equivalent tactical driving courses will be considered but must be approved by the COR and TA/TPOC.
- Shall have Six (6) years of experience in a minimum of one (1) of the following backgrounds/specialties and/or have prior instructor experience within the
last (3) three years training the below DoD entities:
US Navy EOD NEC 5337 with a minimum of one (1) deployment ISO NAVSOF/ARSOF
US Army Special Forces MOS 18 (Series)
US Navy SEAL NEC 532X
USMC Recon MOS 0321
USAF Combat Controller AFSOC 1C2X1
USAF Pararescueman Jumper AFSOC 1T2X1
Possess valid CPR certification and maintain the certification annually.
Shall meet Navy High-Risk Training requirements as outlined in OPNAVINST 1500.75 series.
What We Can Offer You:
This full-time, exempt position receives a competitive annual salary; paid time off and holidays; a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision options;401(k) with employer match;and the opportunity to be a part of a team that provides meaningful positive impact to our customer’s missions.
Equal Opportunity Employment Statement:
Rigid Tactical is an Equal Opportunity Employer, which means we will not discriminate against any individual based on sex, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, age, military status, genetic information, veteran status, pregnancy, marital status, gender identity, and sexual orientation, as well as all other characteristics and qualities protected by federal, state, or local law. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Best of all, we offer the opportunity to provide meaningful, positive impacts to our customers' missions and to our country at large.