Agency Instructor II - Explosives & Safety Program; ESP

Overview

Job Title:

Agency Instructor II - Explosives & Safety Program (ESP). Agency:
Texas A&M Engineering Extension Service. Department:
Law Enforcement and Protective Services.

Location:

RELLIS Campus - Bryan, Texas. Salary: $6,250.00 per month. Job Type: Staff. The Role at a Glance:
The Agency Instructor II will be responsible for delivering the course curriculum for the Explosives & Safety Program (ESP). This encompasses all aspects of ESP training to include but not limited to classroom delivery of any topic in the curriculum, outdoor training, and any skills training required, i.e. searching, detonation, storage, transportation, and first aid. The position also involves coordinating and scheduling other instructors, applying adult learning theory to maximize learner success, and supervising and evaluating student performance.

The instructor will discuss ESP procedures and regulations, demonstrate proper location, excavation and disposal techniques of materials used in ESP, proper demolition procedures, and safety measures. The role uses a variety of media to present course material and may assist with curriculum content when necessary to meet learner needs. Reporting:
This position reports to the Training Director.

• Classroom and Demolition Range Preparation for Training – 50%:
  Prepare demolition range as required to support training. Review Instructor Guide to prepare for course delivery. Review PowerPoint for accuracy and correct content. Ensure all required classroom materials are available prior to class. Arrives one hour before the course is scheduled to begin to ensure the room is set up and to greet arriving participants.
• Course Instruction – 40%:
  Follow approved curriculum course outline and timelines. Perform all course exercises as explained by Instructor Guide. Ensure all participants have achieved the terminal objects of the course. Note curriculum or slide deficiencies.
• After Action Meetings – 5%:
  Note any improvements. Attend hot wash post-delivery. Provide improvements for training coordinator.
• Fiscal Responsibility – 5%:
  Make sound fiscal decisions in the planning and execution of course deliveries. Submit pre and post travel paperwork in a timely and accurate manner. Submit timesheets within the required time frame. Complete all required TAMUS training within the requested due dates.
• Other Duties:
  Maintain a neat and clean appearance. Comply with LAW/TEEX policies and ensure safety and compliance of all team members. Perform ready checks to ensure safety compliance in all courses. Ensure all field activities are conducted using established safety protocols. Review and update safety guidelines for all field activities. Play an active role in the safety of staff and other team members.
  
  Interact positively with TEEX customers and staff. Maintain related physical ability to perform required job functions. Perform other duties as assigned.

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Five years of EOD experience.
• Two years of adult education/and or training.
• Senior EOD Technician Certificate or Master EOD Technician Certificate.
• Must have a valid motor vehicle operator’s license or ability to obtain within 30 days of employment.
• Must have a valid passport or ability to obtain within 180 days of employment (must be able to travel in and outside the U.S.A.).
• Equivalency options: associate’s degree in a relevant field with three years of military EOD or Public Safety Bomb Tech experience, or bachelor’s degree with one year of such experience. Must also have two years of adult education/and or training.

The Texas A&M Engineering Extension Service (TEEX) is an internationally recognized leader in emergency response training, workforce training, and technical assistance. TEEX offers competitive salaries and benefits, values work/life balance, and supports employees’ education and professional development. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability insurance; teacher retirement system enrollment; paid holidays, vacation, sick leave; wellness programs; online learning platforms;

educational reimbursement; and leadership development…