Security Guard Training Manager

Tunista Logistics Solutions LLC Regular

Primary Function

To lead and manage the development, delivery, and evaluation of DoD security guard training programs in compliance with DoD Directive 3305.13 and related policies, ensuring personnel are qualified to perform security duties in physical, personnel, and information security disciplines

Essential Duties

Program Development and Curriculum Design

• Develop and update training curricula for DoD security guard programs, aligning with DoD Security Education, Training, and Certification standards
• Integrate GS101.01 and other prerequisite courses into training pipelines, ensuring eLearning and instructor-led components are completed before on-site training
• Incorporate risk management, threat identification, insider threat awareness, and security policy into guard training modules

Training Delivery and Management

• Oversee instructor-led training sessions, including classroom instruction, simulations, and practical exercises.
• Coordinate with the DoD Security Training Council (DSTC) and SPED Program for curriculum alignment and certification requirements
• Manage training schedules, resources, and facilities for DoD security guard courses.

Compliance and Standards

• Ensure all training meets OPM GS-0085/0080 qualification standards, including specialized experience in protective systems, techniques, and compliance with local laws
• Enforce DoD security policies, including classified information handling, communications security, and technology transfer regulations

Assessment and Certification

• Administer assessments, evaluations, and certification processes for security guard candidates.
• Maintain records of training completion, certifications, and compliance with DoD security requirements.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Provide guidance to security guards, supervisors, and training staff on DoD security protocols.
• Monitor training effectiveness and make adjustments to improve outcomes.
• Coordinate with DoD components, combatant commands, and field activities to meet mission-specific security needs

Desired Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong knowledge of DoD security policies, risk management and threat mitigation
• Ability to design and delivery effective training programs
• Proficiency in managing compliance, assessments, and certification processes
• Excellent communication and leadership skills

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• College-level study in security, criminal justice, or related field (PREFERRED)
• Successful completion of accredited technical school training in physical security procedures, investigation techniques, or related subjects for GS-4 Level Security
• Minimum 6 months of specialized experience in federal, state, municipal or private protective organization or military/Coast Guard duties
• Experience in security training, curriculum development, or program management (PREFERRED)
• Must hold or be eligible for a DoD security clearance, including access to classified information handling requirements

Working Environment

This is an on-site, fast-paced multi-tasking customer service-oriented environment requiring a high degree of efficient and effective performance. Adaptability regarding schedule and task changes is necessary to accommodate changing priorities. This position is normally 5 days a week M-F. However, weekends and after hour support may be required.

PREFERENCE STATEMENT Preference will be given to Calista shareholders and their descendants and to spouses of Calista shareholders, and to shareholders of other corporations created pursuant to the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act, in accordance with Title 43 U.S. Code 1626(g).

EEO STATEMENT Additionally, it is our policy to select, place, train and promote the most qualified individuals based upon relevant factors such as work quality, attitude and experience, so as to provide equal employment opportunity for all employees in compliance with applicable local, state and federal laws and without regard to non-work related factors such as race, color, religion/creed, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship, genetic…