Agency Instructor II - Explosives & Safety Program (ESP)

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Agency Instructor II - Explosives & Safety Program (ESP)

Description

Job Title
Agency Instructor II - Explosives & Safety Program (ESP)

Agency
Texas A&M Engineering Extension Service

Department
Law Enforcement and Protective Services

Proposed Minimum Salary
$6,250.00 monthly

Job Location
Bryan, Texas

Job Type
Staff

Job Description

Agency Instructor II

$6,250.00 per month

1 Full-Time Position

RELLIS Campus - Bryan, Texas

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. In addition to teaching in ESP, the Agency Instructor II will coordinate and schedule other instructors to assist in the delivery and will utilize their knowledge of adult learning theories and learning styles to maximize learner success ensuring overall effectiveness of course instruction. This position will be required to supervise and evaluate student performance as well as competently discuss ESP procedures and regulations, discuss and demonstrate proper location, excavation and disposal techniques of materials used in ESP, proper demolition procedures and apply all safety measures. The Agency Instructor II will use a variety of media to present course material and may assist with course curriculum content, when necessary, to meet learner’s needs.

This position reports to the Training Director.

Qualifications of the Role

• 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: Will consider an associate’s degree in a relevant field and three years of military EOD or Public Safety Bomb Tech experience or a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and one year of military EOD or Public Safety Bomb Tech experience. Must also have two years of adult education/and or training.

Essential Duties, Tasks, and Percentages:

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 Power Point 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%

• Follows approved curriculum course outline and timelines.
  
• Performs all course exercises as explained by Instructor Guide.
  
• Ensures 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:

• Maintains a neat and clean appearance as appropriate.
  
• Complies with LAW/TEEX policies and ensures the safety and compliance of all team members.
  
• Performs ready checks to ensure safety compliance in all courses.
  
• Ensures all field activities are conducted using established safety protocols.
  
• Reviews and updates safety guidelines for all field activities.
  
• Plays an active role in the safety of staff and other team members.
  
• Positively interacts with TEEX customers and staff.
  
• Maintains related physical ability to perform required job functions.
  
• Performs other duties as assigned.
  

About Us

The Texas A&M Engineering Extension Service (TEEX) is an internationally recognized leader in emergency response training, workforce training, and technical assistance. Major TEEX competencies include fire and rescue, infrastructure and safety, law enforcement, cybersecurity, economic and workforce development, and homeland security. Every TEEX employee has a direct impact on Making a Difference to the professionals who respond to emergencies, safeguard communities, and ultimately save lives.

We are focused on enhancing organizational effectiveness by creating an optimal work environment that empowers employees to improve themselves and their communities. Additionally, we offer competitive salaries and benefits, value work/life balance, and support employees’ education and professional development.

Benefits You Can Expect from TEEX

• Medical, dental, vision, life- and long-term disability insurance through The Texas A&M System . TEEX contributes to employee health and basic life premiums. Family enrollment is available.
  
• Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas.
  
• 12-15 paid holidays per year.
  
• Paid vacation and sick leave.
  
• Wellness programs and release time.
  
• Access to online learning platforms.
  
• Educational reimbursement assistance and release time.
  
• Leadership development programs.
  

TEEX Employer Notices Military Crosswalk Info

Applications must either have all job application data entered or a resume attached. Not doing so could result in an incomplete submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume or use a LinkedIn profile to pre-populate the online application.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.