Rescue Training Center Support Specialist
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Position Overview
RMGS, Inc. is currently recruiting a Rescue Training Center Support Specialist (RTCSS)/Instructor at Moody AFB, Georgia. This position is contingent upon contract award.
Roles and Responsibilities
rovide support for Medical (OSM) and Weapons and Tactics (OSK) training programs to include Basic Life Support (BLS), Tactical Combat Casualty Care (TCCC), SERE, local training, exercise management, pre-deployment support, Combat Search & Rescue Exercise support, and instruct specific SERE courses as listed in the PWS.
- Verify all administrative documentation is current, accessible on the network, and submitted as required prior to training events.
- Prepare training equipment and aids prior to events, as well as clean and maintain equipment after use.
- Provide assistance to instructors during training events through logistical and role-play support by developing an opposing forces (OPFOR) program, including maintaining a record of interested personnel who would like to assist, maintaining and cleaning the equipment used by OPFOR, and procuring new equipment for use by OPFOR.
- Track and document SERE-related equipment and vehicle shortfalls. Report findings to instructors.
- Complete end-of-course documentation and file or disseminate it appropriately on the network or via email, as required.
- Track instructor folders, class rosters, certifications, and expiration dates. Inform the instructor cadre of upcoming due dates.
- Assist OPFOR and patient casualty management.
- Identify OPFOR points of contact and volunteers.
- Send reporting instructions to all volunteers at least one (1) day prior to training. Inform the instructor cadre of any changes that may need to be made.
- Brief all volunteers on personal protective equipment (PPE), safety, and scenarios.
- Develop and maintain an inventory and maintenance program for OPFOR and moulage gear to ensure accountability and serviceability of Government equipment.
- Collect and provide OPFOR feedback to instructors for training debriefs.
- Instruct the SS01 Local Area Survival (LAS), SS05 Water Survival Training (WST), SS06 Emergency Parachute Training (EPT), and SS08 Helicopter Emergency Egress Device (HEED) portions of SRT IAW AFI 16-1301, DAFI 10-3004, and its associated ACC Supplement.
- Inventory, clean, recharge, update, restock, repack, store, and secure all applicable SERE and OSM equipment after use, including simulation systems.
- Track and document supply and equipment shortfalls; report results to instructors.
- Assist equipment maintenance coordination as required.
- Be available at any hour(s), as designated by the unit commander or COR, to support unique training mission requirements as part of this contract.
- Travel in support of off-site training events. The Government will fund travel costs required to conduct off-site training.
- Coordinate scheduling conflicts to attend assigned or requested meetings with flight, squadron, or group leadership.
- Construct and present, upon request, a continuity book outlining RTCSS duties and the latest Performance Objectives, as listed in the Services Summary. The Continuity Book must be accessible to the Government and may be in either electronic or hard-copy form.
Required Qualifications and Experience
- Prerequisites (RTCSS). At least one (1) year of experience directly related to USAF weapons and tactics, experience with tactical radios, competence with computer systems, and instructional ability. The Contractor must be capable of moderate physical activity (walking up to 100 yards on unimproved, level terrain) and lifting loads of up to 60 pounds. Operational experience as an HC-130 crewmember, HH-60 crewmember, Guardian Angel, or other special operations ground/aircrew specialty (i.e., TACP, CCT, CV-22, MC-130, etc.) is highly desired. The Contractor must have completed Basic Instructor Training or equivalent.
- Knowledge. Must be able to operate OSK and OSM equipment, including tablets, GPS devices, radio devices such as the PRC-117 and PRC-152, and survival radio equipment. Education. Must be proficient in the use of computer systems, the Microsoft Office Suite, and the prerequisite items listed in 2.11.1.
- Training. Training shortfalls and any training required after hire will be paid for or provided by the unit. Upon request, the Contractor shall provide all necessary certificates of training/completion to the COR and CO. For the Contractor to teach WST (SS05) without a parachute, S-V90-A, S-V85-A, or S-V86-A is required. WST (SS05) with a parachute requires S-V85-A, S-V86-A, S-V80-A completed prior to December 2006 with S-V90-A, or S-V80-B with S-V90-A and S-V90-B. EPT (SS06) and EPT with ACBRN equipment (SS09) require S-V85-A, S-V86-A, S-V80-B, or S-V80-A completed prior to December 2006. HEED training (SS08) requires S-V-84-A. WST instructors will be qualified and maintain qualification, as required by the Air Force, in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and the administration of an Epinephrine Pen, and will document this training using AF Form 797. EPT (SS06) instructors who have not attended a military parachutist course will have an annual EPT (SS06) evaluation. Completing the TCCC course upon arrival at the unit is highly recommended.
- Experience. Military experience only. At least one (1) year of experience directly related to USAF weapons and tactics, experience with tactical radios, competence with computer systems, and instructional ability. Due to the uniqueness of the rescue mission and the tasks associated with this position, at least two (2) years of operational experience in Combat Search and Rescue/Personnel Recovery or Special Operations is highly desired.
- Instructor Certification. The Contractor must have completed Basic Instructor Training or equivalent. The Contract Instructor will be evaluated by a qualified SERE Specialist using AETC Form 281 or a document accepted by the unit and COR. SRT event certification must be documented in the instructor's AF Form 1098, Special Task Certification; AETC Form 281 must be maintained for the record; and the 347th OSS Contractor ITP must be completed. Non-SERE Specialist AFSs will be evaluated on any certified lesson/portion every 36 months using AETC Form 281 or other acceptable means approved by the unit and COR. AETC Form 281 will be maintained, and currency will be documented on the instructor's AF Form 797. Exception: EPT (SS06).
Company Overview
RMGS, Inc. is a growing small business headquartered in Virginia Beach, Virginia. We provide security-related training and advisory services to the U.S. Government, allied nations, and private industry. We are an equal opportunity employer. RMGS, Inc. does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, political affiliation, parental status, age, veteran status, medical condition or disability, genetic information, or any other protected status under federal, state, or local law.
Company Benefits
RMGS, Inc. offers the following benefits as applicable:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance and/or TRICARE supplemental insurance
- Short and long-term disability insurance
- Accidental death and dismemberment insurance
- Group and supplemental life insurance
- Supplemental insurance
- 401(k)
- Workers’ compensation
- Direct deposit