Trainer NE

• Train to the standards in SOW Section 6, SOW Attachment 1 – SMART Book, and Exhibits 6, 8, and 9. Use approved curricula, required hours, practical exercises, and evaluation standards; incorporate authorized updates and refer discrepancies to the Contract Lead Trainer and COR for resolution.
• Deliver the minimum 36-hour initial basic course and the 36-hour refresher course required every three years, using the National PSO Lesson Plan. Reinforce the Smartbook’s conduct, post orders, communications, reporting, screening, emergency response, and officer safety requirements. Do not substitute unrelated instruction for required coursework (SOW 6.4.1; Exhibit 8, Basic and Refresher Training; Smartbook Chapter 4).
• Prepare lesson plans, learning objectives, classroom presentations, practical exercises, and assessments. Evaluate individual proficiency, document deficiencies, provide remedial instruction, and verify successful completion before recommending personnel for required testing or assignment.
• Plan the monthly training schedule one month in advance for submission to the COR and PSOO by the 10th day of each month. Include location, date, time, and course outline; coordinate changes at least three calendar days in advance and confirm attendance, facilities, and equipment (SOW 6.2).
• Conduct initial firearms training totaling at least 32 hours, including at least eight classroom hours and 24 live-fire familiarization hours, excluding downtime. Coordinate initial and semiannual qualifications, monitor the 180-day qualification cycle, and arrange required remedial, transitional, and platform training (SOW 6.6; Exhibit 8, Weapons Training and Qualification).
• Coordinate firearms qualifications with the COR and PSOO so FPS monitors and signs qualification records. Enforce range safety, required duty equipment, approved qualification procedures, and applicable scoring and retest requirements. Promptly notify management of failures or expired qualifications that prohibit post assignment (SOW 6.6; Exhibit 7).
• Deliver NWDTP X-ray screening initial training of 16 hours and non-X-ray screening initial training of eight hours, using FPS-approved curricula and practical assessments. Maintain the required 6:1 student-to-instructor ratio and class limits; train personnel only within current instructor authorization (SOW 6.7.4; Exhibit 8, Section 4(a) and 4(b)).
• Provide at least two hours of NWDTP on-the-job training every 60 days for each PSO performing screening. Address equipment operation, screening techniques, prohibited-item recognition, access control, and response procedures. Document objectives and individual performance on the Exhibit 8 On-the-Job Training/Overt Testing and Training Form (SOW 6.7.2.1.5).
• Conduct at least one overt training and testing assessment every 60 days per contract, at varying times and unrepeated locations, with advance COR and PSOO notification. Use only FPS-issued testing equipment and protect FPS training materials from use on non-FPS contracts (SOW 6.7.2–6.7.3; Exhibits 8 and 11).
• Monitor NWDTP certification maintenance, including required X-ray operating time and OJT. Prepare the 60-day certification maintenance and monthly overt-testing reports; ensure completed OJT forms, outcomes, and follow-up training are uploaded to TAMS within 24 hours. Immediately report lapses affecting screening eligibility (SOW 6.7.4–6.7.5).
• Provide First Aid/CPR/AED instruction under current American Heart Association or American Red Cross instructor certification, covering adult, youth, and infant modules. Verify current student certifications and document training on Exhibit 7 (SOW 6.5 and 11.3.2.4).
• Provide NARCAN (naloxone) awareness and administration training under the applicable approved program and AEPS requirements. Maintain current program-required certification and instructor authorization, where required; document completion and renewals. Coordinate the curriculum with applicable FPS direction and site emergency procedures.
• Conduct authorized defensive tactics, handcuffing, baton, and OC spray training within current instructor certifications. Provide initial and annual intermediate-weapons refresher training and maintain required records (SOW 6.6.6 and 11.3.2.2; Exhibits 6–8).
• Maintain accurate training rosters, attendance, scores, instructor credentials, completion records, and expiration tracking. Complete Exhibit 7, Contractor’s Certification of Training and Qualification; support Exhibits 7a and 7b validation and TAMS/personnel-file requirements. Never certify uncompleted training (SOW Section 7).
• Coordinate government-provided orientation, examinations, and NWDTP instructor training under Exhibit 9. Support annual Lautenberg and Active Threat Awareness documentation under Exhibits 5, 5a, and 5b; coordinate applicable annual awareness training under Exhibits 8a and 16.
• Use inspection results and operational feedback to identify training needs and verify improvement. Safeguard training records and government equipment, maintain accountability for NWDTP kits under Exhibit 11, and coordinate required contractor equipment under Exhibit 10.
• Serve as approved Key Personnel; maintain a current qualifications resume and credential file for CO/COR approval. Do not perform PSO duties while assigned as Key Personnel. Perform other training-related duties assigned by the Contract Lead Trainer or authorized AEPS management (SOW 11.1).

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of successful training experience in civilian community law enforcement, military law enforcement, or commercial/industrial security force service, documented in the Key Personnel resume.
• Basic and refresher instructor credential: completion of an approved, accredited Principles of Instruction course or similar instructor-certifying training, such as NRA, a police academy, state POST academy, FLETC, or military training. Demonstrate lesson planning, presentation, student-centered instruction, testing, technology use, and practical evaluation skills.
• Firearms instructor credential: completion of an approved, accredited Firearms Instructor (Range Official) course, such as NRA, a police academy, state POST academy, or FLETC, that certifies the individual as a firearms instructor. Maintain certification and recertify before expiration; demonstrate classroom/range management, firearms safety, handling, marksmanship, and instructional competency.
• NWDTP instructor credential: current FPS certification obtained through at least 72 hours - 40 hours of instructor training, 16 hours of co-teaching with a certified FPS NWDTP instructor, and 16 hours observed by a TPD NWDTP instructor. Recertify annually by co-teaching the 16-hour X-ray NWDTP curriculum with a certified FPS or contractor NWDTP instructor. Coordinate certification activities with the COR.
• First Aid/CPR/AED instructor credential: current instructor certification through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross, with recertification by the credential expiration date. A provider-level CPR/AED card alone does not satisfy the instructor requirement.
• Defensive tactics, handcuffing, baton, and OC spray instructor credentials: current certifications from approved courses for the subjects taught, with supporting documentation and required recertification.
• NARCAN (naloxone): maintain documented current training/certification and any instructor authorization required by the program used by AEPS. This is an AEPS position requirement.
• Maintain all credentials required for assigned instruction and provide renewal documentation before expiration. Do not teach or certify a subject when the applicable instructor credential is expired or otherwise invalid.
• Demonstrated ability to apply the SOW, Smartbook, NWDTP curriculum, post orders, and exhibits; communicate clearly; coach adult learners; maintain confidential records; and use Microsoft Office, training systems, and TAMS. Meet applicable contract suitability, licensing, and access requirements.
• Work includes classroom and office instruction, practical training at government facilities, and outdoor firearms ranges in varying weather. Travel to assigned facilities, ranges, and required instructor certification or recertification locations is required. Schedules may include early mornings, evenings, weekends, and adjustments needed to complete training and government-observed qualifications. Training duties must be performed safely and within current instructor authorizations.
• The position requires standing, walking, demonstrating approved training techniques, handling training equipment, and travel between facilities. Duties may include infrequent lifting up to 50 pounds and more frequent lifting of 25 pounds or less, with safe handling practices and appropriate assistance.