Operational Medicine Instructor

Summary

We are currently accepting applications for future openings. Please note that there is no specific start date at this time. We will reach out to qualified candidates as positions become available.

Summary

Ho-Chunk Inc. Management Services (HCIMS) is seeking a full time Operational Medicine Instructor.  The Operational Medicine Instructor will serve as an instructor and subject matter expert on operational medicine issues and will present instruction in the form of lectures, conferences, group discussions, and psychomotor exercises. The incumbent will instruct a broad spectrum of students using adult learning techniques; guides student activities and monitors students during practical applications of skills; applies current Tactical Combat Casualty Care (TCCC) doctrine and develops curriculum, including computer or web-based training. The incumbent will maintain currency in tactical/operational medical issues, review medical and open-source publications, and liaise with the medical community to ensure current information and procedures are incorporated into courses.  The incumbent maintains contact with personnel associated with curriculum development and instructional standards, analytic development, and instructional support design programs in other medical, tactical medical, federal, and public educational organizations to ensure professional educational standards are maintained.  The position is based at the U.S. Department of State, Foreign Affairs Security Training Center (FASTC) in Blackstone, VA. 

Essential Functions

• Delivers specialized training and instruction in operational medicine utilizing current TCCC and Diplomatic Security (DS) medical guidelines.
• Develops course content, lesson plans, and student manuals.
• Works with other Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to create and update lesson plans, instructor guides, student guides, practical exercises, and power points in coordination with the curriculum development staff using approved formats.
• Assists in the evaluation process to determine the effectiveness of the training and makes recommendations for improvement.
• Develops course scheduling and coordinates with government and intra-agency groups to ensure calendar and training area deconfliction for events.
• Provides logistical and general support by performing tasks associated with receiving, unpacking, storing, assembling and issuing supplies, materials and equipment.
• Travels to multiple locations to provide instruction and performs duties in field conditions in all climates.
• Develops training scenarios relevant to real world conditions for student practical applications.
• Evaluates materials and equipment for modernization to reflect current standards.
• Maintains and utilizes high-value realistic human simulators.
• Ensures levels of supplies are adequate to facilitate training and practical exercises.
• Assists in class coordination, administrative duties, and practical exercises for other courses.
• Assists in student record management.
• Employs applicable Department of State security standards and procedures to protect National Security information.

Competencies

• Strong organizational, interpersonal, oral and written communication skills.
• Knowledge in training course administrative/logistics preferred.
• Knowledge of training and instructional methodologies related to adult learning.
• Must be able to work in a collaborative, team environment.
• Ability to develop or review training/course materials, aids, devices, etc., and evaluate training result.
• Work in the occupation or subject-matter field of the position to be filled that required training or instructing others on a regular basis.
• Recent experience in teaching TCCC or tactical/operational medicine.
• Knowledge of MS Office suite and/or other general office applications.

Supervisory Responsibility

Employee requires some supervision and has a growing opportunity to exercise independent judgment and initiative in the line of work.

Work Environment

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Ability to complete work requiring regular and recurring physical and mental exertion, long periods of standing, and irregular hours.
• Ability to work in unpleasant or adverse environmental conditions, such as extreme hot and cold.
• Ability to lift and carry equipment and materials.
• Ability to work effectively in an environment that consists of numerous personnel and use of pyrotechnics.
• Expresses or exchanges ideas by means of the spoken word.  Those activities in which they must convey detailed or important spoken instructions to other workers accurately, loudly or quickly. 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position. Typical days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.  Evening and weekend hours required, as required by business need.

Travel  

Travels as necessary to other U.S. and foreign training sites, though it is not expected such travel will exceed 25% of total work time.

Experience

• Two or more years of instructional experience.
• Five to ten years of prior military service and experience or equivalent experience in the functional area field.

Education 

• Bachelor’s Degree (BA/BS) in an associated technical discipline or equivalent.
• Successfully graduated from military or civil schooling in the designated program or      functional areas:
• SOCM course graduate, MOS 18D, Air Force Independent Medical Duty, AFSC 4N071C, Pararescue, AFSC 1T471, Special Amphibious Recon Corpsman, Navy Independent Duty Corpsman, NEC 8404, Army 68W
• Advanced Emergency Medical Technician or higher with tactical medical experience (SWAT/TEMS), WPPS

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

• Completed at least one utilization tour or assignment in the designated program or functional areas or successfully graduated from military or civil schooling and completed assignment(s) in the designated program or functional areas.
• Must hold a valid driver’s license and be willing and able to drive official US Government vehicles up to and including 16 passenger vans.
• Program support experience in a training and/or educational environment.

Security Clearance

Must be a US citizen and possess or be able to obtain/maintain a SECRET security clearance.

Drug Free Workplace

All Native Group is a Drug Free Workplace. It is our policy that all new hires must successfully complete a pre-employment drug screen as a condition of employment. In addition, all employees are subject to random drug screens throughout the term of their employment with All Native Group.

About Ho-Chunk, Inc. & All Native Shared Services

Ho-Chunk, Inc. is an award-winning economic development corporation of the Winnebago Tribe of Nebraska. Our mission is to provide long-term economic development for the Winnebago Tribe and job opportunities for Tribal members.

HCIMS is a company within All Native Group, a network of small businesses that support the critical missions of various U.S. Government customers. Our capabilities include telecommunications, health, logistics, specialized training, professional services, and IT solutions. Since earning our first federal contract in 2004, we have continued to grow and diversify our services while maintaining a strong commitment to excellence. As a tribally owned organization, All Native Group operates multiple subsidiary businesses, providing clients with the advantages of working with a small business while leveraging the resources and expertise of a larger, established company.

Our work is guided by our core NATIVE values:

• Native American Owned & Proud – Serving the Winnebago Tribe of Nebraska.
• Accountable – To always do what’s right.
• Team-Focused – For inclusive progress.
• Innovative – In creating solutions.
• Visionary – In our purpose and direction.
• Excellence – Through learning and performance.

AAP/EEO Statement

All Native Group is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants are considered without regard to age, sex, race, national origin, religion, marital status or physical disability. However, preference may be extended to persons of Indian descent in accordance with applicable laws.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Compensation and Benefits

The expected compensation range for this position is $104,000 to $106,000 per year negotiable depending upon education and experience. We offer comprehensive benefits that allow you to balance work and life. A benefits summary is available from this link: https://jobs.allnativegroup.com/categories/1/benefits/1/employee-benefits.

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