Master Transportation Security Officer - Security Training Instructor - SV-1802 - F

JOB SUMMARY: Do you desire to protect American interests and secure our Nation while building a meaningful and rewarding career? If so, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is calling. DHS components work collectively to prevent terrorism, secure borders, enforce and administer immigration laws, safeguard cyberspace and ensure resilience to disasters. The vitality and magnitude of this mission is achieved by a diverse workforce spanning hundreds of occupations. Make an impact; join DHS. Securing Travel, Protecting People - At the Transportation Security Administration, you will serve in a high-stakes environment to safeguard the American way of life. In cities across the country, you would secure airports, seaports, railroads, highways, and/or public transit systems, thus protecting Americas transportation infrastructure and ensuring freedom of movement for people and commerce. For additional information about our agency please: Click Here

KEY REQUIREMENTS

• You must possess U.S. Citizenship or be a U.S. National.
• You must have reached the minimum age (18) at the time of application.
• You must be able to obtain a Secret Clearance.
• You must pass Drug and Alcohol Screening, subject to random drug tests.
• See "Conditions of Employment" in the Other Information Section.

DUTIES:Back to top As the Master transportation security officer - Security Training Instructor (MTSO-STI), you will support the airport training program through performance of a variety of training-related functions. In addition to training program responsibilities, you will also perform pre-board security screening of persons, cargo, carry-on, and checked baggage as directed by the Federal security director (FSD), or his/her designee, a minimum of 20% of the time. Specific program responsibilities include the following:

• Performing training instruction within established guidelines and standards in support of nationally developed training programs (e.g., new hire training, On-Screen Alarm Resolution Protocol, Crossover); supporting recurrent training needs, and conducting return to duty and remediation training.
• Adapting/developing local training materials to meet requirements; conducting local training in accordance with training standards; assisting with the training department administrative support (e.g., Online Learning Center (OLC) entry, training resource room facilitation, roster management, conducting testing, and ensuring evaluations are done); assisting with training logistics support components (e.g., coordinating needed supplies and materials); managing classroom dynamics; resolving routine classroom problems; monitoring and evaluating training and providing feedback on needed adjustments; recommending enhancements; and maintaining communication with management and supervisors concerning issues with training that may reveal security-screening weaknesses or vulnerabilities.
• As directed, providing mentoring/coaching to address identified training needs.
• Administering and scoring training tests (e.g., job knowledge, image).
• Assisting with PASS Practical Skills Observations (PSOs) and conducting Level 3 Assessments, as needed.

NOTE: Employees must maintain all screening certification requirements and perform screening functions (passenger, baggage, or both) a minimum of 20% of the time. QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:Back to top To qualify for the SV-F Pay Band (GS-9), you must the meet requirements listed below:At least one year of experience functioning as a Transportation Security Officer equivalent to at least the D Pay Band level (GS-5/6);PLUSOne year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the D Pay Band or above which included teaching or training adults and utilizing instructional methods in a classroom or laboratory setting. This experience may have been gained as a TSA Approved Instructor or in any other training/educational setting where instructional methods were utilized to teach/train adults.
You must meet the qualification requirements for this position no later than the closing date of the vacancy announcement. HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED: You will be evaluated based on a comparison of the position requirements against the quality and extent of the experience and/or related education as reflected in your resume and supporting documentation. You are encouraged to ensure work experiences clearly show possession of the competencies required for this position. We will compare your resume and supporting documentation to your responses on the assessment questionnaire. If, after reviewing your resume and any supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have rated yourself higher than is supported by your application materials, your category placement may be adjusted and/or you may be excluded from consideration for this job.
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Country: USA, State: Hawaii, City: Kailua Kona, Company: Transportation Security Administration.