Training Specialist with Security Clearance

Overview TRAINING SPECIALIST (SCSTC-3) Bowhead is seeking an experienced Surface Ship Combat Systems Training Specialist to join our team of dedicated employees serving America's Navy. Instructor, Tier II - Great Lakes Training Specialist Develops; organizes; and conducts training and educational programs for Fleet sailors at Center for Surface Combat Systems Unit Great Lakes. Responsibilities Training program requires ability to conduct traditional classroom instruction and support maintenance training to the element level, as well as training on the operational employment of U.S. Navy Combat Systems. These positions require trainers with passion for sailors and Fleet readiness. Provides dynamic teaching & training as well as assessment that require advanced knowledge of U.S. Navy Combat Systems Capabilities and Limitations to the element level including U.S. Navy A schools. Reviews and analyzes U.S. Navy Combat System Engineering Capabilities and Limitations and U.S. Navy Operational and Tactical doctrine and integrates and conceptualizes the execution of Doctrine optimizing the application of ship's Combat Systems capabilities and limitation in the dynamic operational tactical environment. Conducts dynamic assessment of the sailors' abilities to comply with approved maintenance and operational procedures and thereafter provides formal appraisal of performance with recommendations for improvement and methods to maintain technical and tactical proficiency. Observes and assesses Tier II contemporaries during Practice and Certification Teaches per requirements NAVEDTRA 135. 5. Prepares; reviews; and customizes curriculum lesson plans and instructor guide in support of traditional classroom teaching. Supports Course Reviews and Curriculum Updates; conducts training gap analysis provides formal feedback and recommendation for Course improvement via NKO COP. Documents the training conducted with specifics of the individual areas / watch station and is responsible for generation of a formal assessment of measure of success via written report. Develops position descriptions; reviews resumes and conducts interviews of prospective employees Tier II below. Based on seniority; will be responsible for the preparations of subordinate Tier I and II employee annual performance appraisals for leadership. Develops; tests; maintains; and delivers moderately complex Navy Combat Systems training programs and related materials in support of CSCS training objectives. Reviews and updates course content and objectives. Conducts training sessions and develops criteria for evaluating the effectiveness of training activities. Maintains records of training activities; participant progress; and program effectiveness. Maintains current knowledge of relevant technologies as assigned. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications Education Bachelor's Degree (Arts or Sciences) in a related technical discipline (Desired not Required); or the equivalent combination of education; technical certifications or training; or work/military experience totaling at least 5 years of experience and training. Six (6) years of experience with the required system or process as either a maintenance technician supervisor or operator supervisor with responsibility for teaching the applicable system or function task to others in a journeyman level training environment. Two (2) years of experience as an instructor in a Navy Training Environment; to include curriculum maintenance; writing learning objectives; preparing test items; evaluating instructional materials and the results of instruction and counseling students on academic learning problems. Previous experience teaching at Great Lakes Navy schools is desired. Past experience as trainer/instructor in support of GREAT LAKES A school is a significant plus. Must be able to support training with extended periods on your feet while instructing. Travel may be up required to 10% of time. Intermediate to advanced level skills in Microsoft Office software suite - Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of employees and outside contacts. Strong interpersonal skills and good judgment with the ability to work alone or as part of a team. Physical Demands: Must be able to lift up to 30 pounds. Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged amounts of time. Must be able to twist, bend and squat periodically. SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Must currently hold a security clearance at the Secret level. US Citizenship is a requirement for Secret clearance at this location.