HAZMAT Instructor - (Fort Leonard Wood Mo)

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• Salary range - $60,000 to $65,000
• Location - Fort Leonard Wood Mo
• Clearance - Secret Clearance is highly preferred - We are able to assist in obtaining an interim clearance for a qualified candidate.

SUMMARY: The Hazardous Materials (HAZMAT) Instructor will support the Emergency Management (EM) School, and Emergency Management career field program management requirements.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

In this specific role, the HAZMAT Instructor will provide formal instruction on and certification in Hazardous Materials (HAZMAT) Operations to the Technician level. They will also assist with maintenance of the HAZMAT equipment needed by the students to successfully complete the training.

Essential Job Functions

• Maintain qualifications in instructional techniques, training aids, training equipment, training devices and instructional material required to teach assigned topics
• Recommend any changes to the curriculum, if necessary
• Prepare a personalized Lesson Topic Guide for each subject matter area assigned
• Prepare the classroom for instruction and ensure classroom is left in an orderly fashion each day
• Provided remediation for any student demonstrating academic problems at any time in the course
• Make academic comments concerning students upon request of the appropriate authority
• Ensure a dignified, harmonious, and professional classroom atmosphere
• Administer, grade and review examinations, as necessary
• Report all problem areas related to assigned duties and responsibilities
• Teach all assigned topics while effectively utilizing allotted time
• Inventory and account for assigned classroom/lab training equipment, submitting missing item reports
• Instruct students in operation and safety requirements of shop/lab equipment for trainers
• Administer course examinations and conduct test review as required.
• Monitor students' compliance with safety standards/procedures and immediately correct safety violations
• Assign suitable study procedures to help both failing and non-failing students
• Ensure any changes in the instructions listed in the topical outline are incorporated into the lesson plans and any corresponding materials provided to the students
• Must be able to lift approximately 50 pounds above the shoulders
• Operate a cascade cylinder filling station
• Must be able to perform instructional duties in inclement weather when required
• Proficient in the operation of CBRN detection equipment used for HazMat identification.
• Operate and troubleshoot self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA)
• Additional duties and obligations outlined in the EM Support PWS, and assignments delegated by the DAWSON Contract Task Lead or DAWSON Supervisor.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must have a four (4) year baccalaureate degree and at least five (5) years of experience in HazMat training/operations OR a two (2) year associate degree with a minimum of seven (7) years of experience in HazMat training/operations, OR a minimum of ten (10) years of experience in HazMat training/operations.
• Minimum of three (3) years of formal instructional experience (one (1) year of experience equates to a minimum of 160 hours of classroom training time per 12-month period)
• Minimum one (1) year of experience must be in teaching DoD OR at least three (3) years of active duty in the DoD with an honorable discharge OR at least three (3) years of work for the DoD as a civilian employee AND the instructor must have a minimum of five (5) years of experience managing emergency response personnel or working within an ICS or any combination thereof.
• Current certified NFPA 472 HAZMAT Awareness, Operations, and Technician (IFSAC)
• SECRET or interim clearance or must meet subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and meet eligibility requirements for secret clearance
• Graduate of the Air Force Basic Instructor Course or sister service equivalent

DAWSON is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/VEVRAA federal contractor. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

DAWSON offers a best-in-class benefits program including medical, dental, and vision insurance; a 401(k) program with employer match; paid vacation and sick leave; employer-paid basic life and AD&D insurance; an Employee Assistance Program; and a flexible work environment. Additionally, employees can choose from several voluntary benefits including critical illness coverage; accident insurance; identity theft coverage; pet insurance, and more.

DAWSON gives preference to internal candidates. If no internal candidate meets our qualifications, external candidates will be given consideration.