Paragon Systems is hiring for the position of full-time QC/Trainer for our FPS Illinois contract in Chicago, IL. The Trainer must be an individual of unquestionable integrity who displays a mature attitude and exercises good judgment. The QC / Trainer will perform the following:
Develop and conduct required training programs for new hires and current employees.
Monitor, evaluate, or record training activities for program effectiveness.
Offer specific training programs to help workers maintain or improve job skills; develop alternative training methods if expected improvements are not seen.
Organize and develop, or obtain, training procedure manuals and course materials such as handouts and visual materials.
Present information using a variety of instructional techniques or formats such as role playing, simulations, team exercises, group discussions, videos, or lectures.
Evaluate training materials prepared by instructors, such as outlines, text, or handouts.
Conduct quality assurance inspections to include security screening operations at federal facilities.
Provide instruction to new hires and current employees as required to maintain and improve marksmanship skills.
Responsible for all aspects of quality control under the contract.
Develop an inspection process based on the contract requirements while performing and documenting inspections, analyzing the resulting data, and submitting the data to the Director of Quality Control.
The QC / Trainer must also meet the requirements listed below:
Must be a minimum of 21 years of age.
Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
Must be a U.S. Citizen and read, write, and speak English.
Must have a minimum of two (2) years of training and field supervision experience in civilian community law enforcement, military service law enforcement, or commercial/industrial security force service.
Must have supervisor and conflict management skills (problem-solving skills, good written and verbal communication skills).
Must have completed an approved and accredited Firearms Instructor (Range Official) course (e.g. NRA, a Police Academy, State POST Academy, FLETC, DOD, or military training course) certifying them as an instructor.
Must possess appropriate certifications to training in First Aid, CPR, AED, Defensive Tactics, Handcuffing, Baton, OC Spray, and Firearms Instruction.
Must be proficient in Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Must be able to obtain and maintain instructor certifications as required.
Previous training and/or quality control experience in a managerial position is a plus.
General Training Certifications - minimum of two (2) years must be verifiable.
Proficiency with Audio Visual Equipment.
Must be able to obtain USG suitability for work on US Government contracts.
Will provide x-ray or metal detector screening training to the PSOs.
Must provide ongoing OJT training to each PSO operating screening equipment every 60 days.
Will conduct overt testing at screening stations.
Must conduct assessment reports of each screening post monthly.
Must successfully complete the Federal Protective Service National Weapons Detection Training Program.
*STATEWIDE AND OCCASIONAL INTERSTATE TRAVEL REQUIRED*
Wage for this position is $85,000.24.
Benefits:
Medical, Dental, Vision, and 401k (if paid via Health and Welfare benefit, there is no separate company contribution)
The paid leave for full-time employees is from 80-160 hours / year based on longevity in the position, and sick leave is a minimum of 48 hours per year for a full-time employee
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.