Position Overview Controlled F.O.R.C.E., Inc. (CFI) is seeking an experienced Basic Security Fundamentals Instructor to support the U.S. Navy’s Master-at-Arms Career Training Continuum Instructional program. This position provides classroom instruction, practical demonstrations, and hands-on training in law enforcement, physical security, force protection, and non-lethal weapons. The ideal candidate brings military or civilian law enforcement experience, strong instructional skills, and a commitment to preparing Navy students for their security responsibilities.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver approved instruction in basic law enforcement, sentry duties, access control, security patrols, and physical security procedures.
- Teach applicable law enforcement authority, jurisdiction, rights advisement, searches, apprehension procedures, and report writing.
- Provide instruction in use of force, subject communication, confrontation management, and non-lethal weapons within assigned qualifications.
- Support training in antiterrorism, force protection, incident response, and emergency procedures.
- Demonstrate approved techniques and supervise students during practical exercises.
- Prepare classrooms, training areas, equipment, and instructional materials.
- Administer and proctor examinations, evaluate student performance, and provide feedback and remediation.
- Assist with student administration, training equipment issue, and required training documentation.
- Maintain instructor qualifications, certifications, and training records.
- Follow approved curriculum, risk management practices, and Navy training requirements.
- Report safety concerns, equipment deficiencies, and student performance issues through established channels.
Required Experience and Qualifications
- At least two years of experience delivering training as an instructor.
- Meet at least one of the following operational or instructional experience requirements: Have been a certified federal, state, or municipal law enforcement officer with at least five years of operational patrol experience with a civilian law enforcement agency.
- Have been certified with at least five years of operational patrol experience with a military law enforcement agency.
- Have instructed military law enforcement or military security tactics within the previous two years.
- Have no criminal record of conviction in the National Crime Information Center (NCIC), as required by the contract.
- At least one of the following instructional qualifications: Completion of the Navy Instructor Training Course, A-012-0077, or a military service or civilian equivalent.
- Academic credentials as a teacher or professor.
- Instructor training through an academic institution meeting the PWS’s required coursework and credit-hour criteria, subject to Navy review and acceptance.
- Knowledge of classroom management, adult learning methods, student motivation, and instructional presentation technology.
- Familiarity with Navy organization, military rank structure, terminology, and shipboard or installation environments.
- Strong verbal and written English communication skills.
Certification and Assignment Requirements Applicants must meet applicable contract screening requirements and successfully complete required certifications before independently instructing Navy students. Requirements include:
- U.S. citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a favorably adjudicated Tier 3 background investigation or accepted equivalent.
- Eligibility for required installation access and a Department of Defense Common Access Card.
- Successful completion and maintenance of Basic Security Fundamentals Course Unique Instructor Training (CUIT) certification.
- Completion of CENSECFOR-provided Non-Lethal Weapons–Basic Instructor qualification training and certification.
- Successful completion of required instructor evaluations and qualification requirements for assigned topics.
- Current Tactical Combat Casualty Care certification at the Combat Lifesaver/Tier 2 level.
- Current Adult/Infant CPR instructor certification meeting Navy requirements, including applicable CPR/AED instructor requirements. Stand-alone online training does not satisfy this requirement.
- Completion of additional screening and qualification requirements applicable to assigned duties.
- Continued compliance with professional conduct, appearance, safety, and recurring training standards.
Medical, Psychological, and Physical Requirements Employment in this position is contingent upon successful completion of contract-required screenings and demonstration of suitability for high-risk instructor duties.
- Medical screening: Successfully complete an in-person medical screening, including psychosocial screening, by a qualified medical provider before beginning instructor duties.
- Psychological screening: Successfully complete screening by a qualified practitioner establishing psychological suitability to instruct high-risk training before beginning instructor duties.
- Recurring screenings: Maintain current medical and psychological screenings, with renewal every three years and during contract recompetition or renewal.
- Drug screening: Successfully complete the required pre-duty drug screening and maintain compliance with the contract’s drug-free training requirements.
- Physical fitness: Meet and maintain the fitness and conditioning required to perform assigned training activities, including applicable self-defense, tactical, and dynamic maneuvers; weapons qualifications from standing, kneeling, and prone positions where assigned; climbing and descending ladders; and moving through narrow passageways.
- Training environment: Be able to perform assigned duties at heights and acclimate to local environmental conditions, including high heat and humidity.
How to Apply Submit a résumé detailing your military or civilian law enforcement experience, operational patrol experience, and instructional background. Include copies of relevant law enforcement credentials, instructor course certificates, and current training certifications. Controlled Force Inc. is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment based on age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, or any other protected status.
