Firearms Instructors
Firearms Instructor
- Part Time
- New York City/Westchester
We are seeking highly qualified Firearms Instructors to conduct professional firearms training for law enforcement officers, security personnel, investigative staff, and specialized protective teams. Ideal candidates possess real-world operational experience, strong instructional ability, and appropriate firearms instructor certifications.
Instructors must be fully familiar with the platforms they teach and capable of managing live-fire ranges and dynamic weapons training safely and professionally.
Key Responsibilities
- Teach pistol, rifle, and platform-specific weapons skills
- Instruct on marksmanship, weapons manipulation, reloads, malfunctions, movement, and use of cover
- Safely run static and dynamic live-fire range sessions
- Conduct qualifications and evaluations
- Provide clear, constructive feedback to students
- Maintain strict adherence to all range safety protocols
- Conduct safety briefings, equipment inspections, and pre-training checks
- Assist with curriculum development and technical lesson plans
- Document training results and complete required reporting
- Maintain weapons, ammunition, and training gear accountability
Required Qualifications
- Real-world operational firearms experience (law enforcement, military, or security)
- Proven experience instructing firearms skills in a professional environment
- Strong familiarity with pistol and rifle platforms used in training
- Excellent communication, coaching, and safety management skills
- Ability to work outdoors and indoors in dynamic training conditions
- Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to training sites
Preferred Certifications
- NRA Law Enforcement Firearms Instructor
- FBI or Federal LE firearms instructor certification
- State Police / DCJS / POST Firearms Instructor
- Military firearms instructor or SOF weapons instructor
- UTM/SIMUNITION Instructor certification
- Tactical Rifle/Pistol Instructor credentials
What We Offer
- Competitive pay
- Access to modern facilities and high-quality equipment
- Opportunities for advanced and specialized teaching
- Flexible scheduling
- Professional training environment
How to Apply
Send the following:
- Resume or CV
- Firearms instructor certifications
- Summary of firearms operational experience
- Platform proficiencies
- Availability
- References (optional)
