STS Airport Incumbent Security Training Instructor

Overview

Join VMD Corp, part of Xcelerate Solutions and a leader in providing passenger and checked baggage screening services at various airports across the United States.

VMD is currently seeking applicants from existing personnel performing Security Training Instructor services at the Sonoma County Airport (STS).

The Security Training Instructor (STI) is primarily a training specialist that screens to maintain screening awareness and technical proficiency in order to instruct. STIs manage and deliver training material and maintain communication with supervisors concerning training issues that may reveal security-screening weaknesses or vulnerabilities. An STI shall successfully complete screener training and an initial STI certification training courses to become qualified.

In addition, prior to delivery of nationally developed TSA training all Train-the-Trainer and specific course certification requirements shall be fulfilled.

• Works independently and applies developed experience to perform duties associated with the Security Training Instructor Program. Completes the majority of work without the need to refer issues to a superior for a decision and exercises sound judgment.
• Performs training instruction within established guidelines and standards in support of nationally developed training programs. Develops and adapts national training protocols to meet local needs.
• Supports recurrent training needs, and conducts return to duty and remediation training.
• Administrative support (i.e. OLC entry test administration classroom support)
• Provides oversight to collateral duty ATIs; conducts Quality Assessments.
• Manages classroom dynamics and coordinates needed support and materials; monitors and evaluates training and provides feedback and corrective action.
• Maintains communication with management and supervisors concerning training issues that may reveal screening weaknesses and/or security vulnerabilities.
• Continuously improve security screening processes and personal performance through training and development.
• Performs pre-board security screening of persons carry-on and checked baggage to maintain certification requirements a minimum of 20% of the time.

• Must meet the requirements and certification of a Level II Transportation Security Officer (TSO)
• At least one of the following experience requirements must be met:
  • Minimum of 2 years adult-learning classroom instruction experience; or
  • Instructor certification from a recognized instructor-training program (e.g., ASTD CTTI); or
  • Formal instructor training from a recognized source (e.g., U.S. military Federal training program college/university or trade school or private corporation)
  • Teaching Certificate
• Ability to pass recurrent training and certification exams on a periodic basis.

• Demonstrate the ability to clearly convey facts and ideas in both written and oral formats.
• Demonstrates the ability to work as a member of a team; instills mutual trust and confidence.
• Sets well-defined and realistic goals; displays a high level of initiative effort and commitment towards completing assignments in a timely manner; demonstrates responsible positive professional conduct; works with minimal supervision.
• Candidates must also demonstrate a minimum level of proficiency in competencies:
  Attention to Detail;
  Oral Communication;
  Flexibility;
  Self-Management;
  Multi-tasking;
  Teamwork;
  Decisiveness;
  Security Screening Policies and Procedures.
• Able to work irregular hours and/or shifts including split shifts holidays weekends overtime and extended hours.

• Minimum 2 years of adult-learning classroom instruction
• Must be a US citizen or US National
• Minimum Clearance to start:
  Public Trust
• Minimum Education:
  
  High School Diploma

Competitive Compensation

• Starting pay for this position will range from $35-$52/hour. Pay levels for current officers are determined based on years of service and certifications.

Benefits for you and your family

• Medical | Dental | Vision
• 401K
• Vacation Leave | Sick Leave
• Flexible Spending
• Life insurance
• Employer Paid Long | Short Term Disability
• Tuition & Training Reimbursement Program