Operations Specialist Instructor-Petaluma, CA

DirectViz Solutions (DVS) is a dynamic and rapidly growing government contractor committed to delivering innovative IT solutions that address the missioncritical needs of our government clients. Through the expertise and dedication of our talented team we provide cuttingedge technology services designed to achieve success and exceed expectations.

At DVS we prioritize our employees as our greatest asset. We offer competitive compensation comprehensive medical benefits a 401(k) match generous PTO accrual professional development reimbursement corporatefunded technology certifications and robust employee recognition and appreciation programs.

DVS is looking for an Operations Specialist Instructor to join our team. The work location will be Petaluma CA.

Reporting to the Site Lead the Operations Specialist Instructor shall provide instruction in the field of landbased operations to include Search and Rescue and Command Center Operations. This is a nonexempt Service Contract Act (SCA) position.

Hourly Base Rate: $32.65/hr to $36.61/hr. This position qualifies for a Signing Bonus and a Health & Welfare stipend of $4.98/hr as outlined in the Wage Determination for this location.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (other duties may be assigned)

Responsible for instruction on Command Center missions to include search and rescue marine safety aids to navigation ice operations marine environmental protection/response enforcement of laws and treaties ports waterways and coastal security risk management and other objectives as they pertain to U.S. Coast Guard Command Center operations.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Responsible for successful classroom management and oversight to include associated quality student classroom time and other supervisory aspects of performance related to job responsibilities.

• Achieves clientestablished quality objectives for instruction and classroom management.

Includes but is not limited to

• Quality instructor performance capable of ascertaining the level of the class knowledge and teaching at the appropriate level.
• Capable of controlling the discipline of the class.
• Demonstrates a high level of professional management in performing training activities and facilitating classroom environments all times.
• Maintains regular class schedule.
• Adheres to a zero tolerance policy of inappropriate language at all times.
• Class schedule is managed in accordance with course curriculum outlines.
• Manages a safe comfortable training environment ensures sufficient materials are available and resolves disruptive student behavior.

Measurement of Performance

The Site Lead will establish performance metrics for the Operations Specialist Instructor within the first thirty (30) days of employment.

• Accomplish a rating of satisfactory or above on 80% of the course evaluations following each course convening.
• Follows guidance in instructional materials 100% of the time.
• Accomplishes a rating of demonstrated competency or better on the Coast Guard Instructor Feedback Form as measured annually.
• Receives no measure less than 3 on a scale of 5 for each of the 14 assigned instructor competencies.
• Demonstrates effective communication collaboration and teamwork with all Government and Contract team members.
• Completed and delivered tasks and work products shall be in conformance to the USCG Training System Standard Operating Procedures timely complete and documentation shall upon final acceptance be free from technical or typographical errors 90% of the time

Requirements

• Two (2) years experience as a primary classroom instructor
• Have at least 5 years of rated/commissioned operational experience as a qualified CIC Watch Supervisor and Operations Unit
• Controller in the U.S. Coast Guard or equivalent in the U.S. Navy
• Three (3) years experience in the Command Control and Communications field including
• Proper handling of sensitive and classified material and spaces
• configuration of voice circuits
• radio operating procedures
• Coast Guard mission areas
• policy and operations of Coast Guard C3 equipment; basic understanding of geolocation coordinates
• managing and coordinating resources during a search and rescue (SAR) case prosecution
• specific duties in a Combat Information Center (CIC) environment
• configuring and operating specific C4I systems
• tracking and displaying contacts on RADAR systems
• production and execution of situation reports and communications plans
• provide accurate shipping and navigation picture
• policy and operations of Coast Guard C3 equipment;
• understanding of geolocation coordinates.
• No security clearance required.

Physical and Mental Qualifications:

• Maintain focus and awareness throughout scheduled working hours.
• Perform tasks requiring prolonged periods of sitting or standing at a desk utilizing a computer mouse and keyboard.
• Lift and move objects weighing up to 15 pounds as needed.
• Exhibit excellent verbal and written communication skills with a strong command of the English language.
• Demonstrate the ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively as part of a team.
• Quickly learn and retain routine tasks and processes.
• Possess strong organizational skills attention to detail business correspondence proficiency and selfmanagement capabilities.
• Perform the essential functions of the role satisfactorily; reasonable accommodation will be provided for employees with disabilities upon request.
• Accept and adapt to additional responsibilities or changes to assigned duties as determined by DirectViz Solutions (DVS).

If you thrive on solving complex problems and building meaningful connections wed love to hear from you. Join our team and make an impact today!

DirectViz Solutions LLC (DVS) is an equal opportunity employer who prohibits discrimination and harassment against any employee or applicant for employment based on race sex (including pregnancy) age gender identity creed religion national origin sexual orientation marital status genetic information disability political affiliation protected veteran status or any other status protected by federal state or local law.

DVS has a zerotolerance policy for harassment threats coercion discrimination and intimidation. Employees may file a complaint or exercise any right protected by Executive Order 11246 Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended Section 4212 of the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 or the Veterans Employment Opportunities Act of 1998.

Required Experience:

Unclear Seniority