Combat Skills Instructor

Job description

Combat Skills Instructor

Location: Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, NJ

Position Type: Full time

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:


+ Move (transport) and use explosive training devices and other similar devices as required in and around the installation and to and from its associated range/training areas.



+ Attend AF training classes provided by the USAF EOS and receive a certificate of competency

+ Transport students to and from training areas.



+ Attend and complete the USAF EOS instructional methods course, Academic Instructors Course, or appropriate substitute course.

The course consists of approximately two weeks of institutional skills training designed to indoctrinate new military instructors as well as a one-year instructor upgrade certification period.

Sister Service instructor courses generally meet the Academic Instructor Course requirement.

Attend AF training classes provided by the USAF EOS and receive a certificate of competency for use and movement of explosive training devices at the completion of training

+ Receive a Ft Dix range card and act/function in the capacity of Range Safety Officer (RSO) carrying out all of the associated duties identified in Ft Dix Pamphlet (PAM) 350-3.

Training attendance and passing a written examination is required.



+ Be able to work on complex, combat problems in the field, assessing dynamic situations, conveying experience, and main points as outlined in lesson plans to the students.



+ Record instructional hours and comply with all rules associated with the Community College of the Air Force accreditation policies/procedures, such as evaluations and continuing educational/developmental requirements (e.g., In-Service Training briefings except student/facility support, vehicle, and supply support personnel).



+ Go through an initial, customized training course within 60 days of a new hire at the Expeditionary Center that consists of the aforementioned, Academic Instructors Course, Ft Dix range control class, pyrotechnic training, vehicle training, lane of training practical certification, demonstration/performance exercises, practice evaluations, shadowing and assisting experienced instructors prior to assuming primary instructor duties.



+ Perform instruction/demonstration and student evaluations as required by the syllabi and Plan of Instruction (POI).



+ Prepare classroom for instruction and ensure academic equipment, projectors, televisions, computer learning stations, etc., including uploading of computer-based training, if applicable, are functional.



+ Provide technical support, planning, consultation, analysis, and expert advice to establish, maintain, and improve their respective area's instruction.



+ Perform support/logistics functions arising from preparation for, execution of, and reconstitution following instruction such as, but not limited to; transport of instructional materials, setup of training ranges, in-processing of students, monitor student weapons cleaning, issue, and turn in training gear, etc.



+ Have prior, relevant deployed experience in an uncertain or hostile environment such as: Enduring Freedom, Iraqi Freedom or New Dawn.

Experience will be relevant to ground focused, expeditionary, and contingency skills required to survive and operate within a combat zone, hostile or austere environment.



+ Have the capability to possess a firearm(s) pursuant to Title 18 U.S.C. 922 and shall annually submit a Department of Defense (DD) Form 2760, Qualification to Possess Firearms or Ammunition.




Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities):


+ Must possess an associate degree or higher in any field of study or be within 12 credits of completion.

Instructors can apply for an academic extension at time of assignment to a course such that they will have one year to complete their degree and still hold instructor status.

+ Have either prior, military deployed experience in environment ranging from uncertain or hostile environments or federal and/or state agency relevant experience in skills required to operate and survive in multiple environments.

+ Have the mental and physical capacity to instruct, qualify on, and maintain currency in the Air Force small arms qualification course of fire for handgun and rifle for arming group A, B, or C as outlined in Air Force Manual (AFMAN) 36-2655.

Select individuals may qualify on Air Force crew served weapons depending on availability need for the qualification.





+ Have a valid state driver's license and be capable of driving government furnished vehicles in day and night conditions, vehicles including but not limited to; 15 passenger vans, trucks, High Mobility Multipurpose Wheeled Vehicle (HMMWV/ M998-M1114), 44 passenger bus, 2.5-ton Light Medium Tactical Vehicle (LMTV) military truck, and Mine Resistant Ambush Protected (MRAP).

The USAF will provide specific training and government licensing once qualified on vehicles.



+ Proficiency in use of the following computer programs preferred:


+ MS Office Suite (e.g., MS Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook)

+ Adobe Acrobat



Physical Demands and Work Environment:


+ Be physically capable of instructing/supporting students in field conditions that may include:


+ small arms fire, smoke and percussion (live fire target range, blanks and dye marking cartridges)

+ uneven terrain under all weather conditions for multiple consecutive days wearing load bearing equipment.

+ And/or carrying training aids or equipment.

+ Be physically capable of lifting 50lbs unassisted maneuvering 500 feet (not simultaneously)



Travel: None

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.



While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk or listen.

The employee frequently is required to use hands or fingers, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls.

The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk; sit; and reach with hands and arms.

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.



Disclaimer: The listed duties are not intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only a representative summary of primary duties and responsibilities.

Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional position specific duties.

Seventh Dimension, LLC is a Veteran friendly employer and provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability status, genetic information, marital status, ancestry, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Equal Opportunity for VEVRAA Protected Veterans.

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