Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Instructor

• Teaches advanced self-defense classes focusing on developing the students approach to Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) through Brazilian Jiu Jitsu primarily at the Gwinnett County Police Departments Training facility
• Performs demonstrations teaches seminars and plans and schedules classes; maintains records and other documentation such as class registrations attendance records facility usage
• Assists in teaching techniques using entire body movements rotating the hip with each guard control passage sweep and block (fighting stance motion guards and blocks in both offensive and defensive forms are the core concepts included in the curriculum)
• Plans daily routines and chooses different movements for each muscle depending on students capabilities and limitations
• Monitors students progress and informs them of corrective measures necessary for skill improvement and adapting the training programs as needed
• Evaluates and ensures safety protocols environmental hazards and risk awareness during training sessions responds to and treats minor injuries
• Evaluates operations and programs
• Collaborates and coordinates training with other Gwinnett County Police Department instructors and staff
• Performs other duties of a similar nature or level as assigned

• This job is a safety sensitive position that will require a pre-employment drug test and subsequent random drug and alcohol testing.
• This job is a civilian position in either a public safety department or in Information Technology with close ties to public safety. Due to the sensitive nature of this position a public safety background is required which may include motor vehicle & criminal histories and fingerprinting.
• This job requires fingerprinting.
• This job may require on-call rotation and emergency after hours weekends and/or holidays.

• High school diploma or G.E.D and
• Two (2) years of experience in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu instruction or coaching or
• An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above will also be considered

• Current Georgia POST Certified Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Instructor
• Level II Instructor Training Completion Certificate
• Valid Drivers License from state of residency
• CPR Certification
• First Aid Certification

• Associates Degree in Health Science or a related field
• Obtained Black Belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu from a reputable instructor
• One or more years of experience coaching at a reputable Brazilian Jiu Jitsu gym

About Gwinnett County

Welcome to Gwinnett County Government

Gwinnett County Government is an award-winning employer that believes in investing in its employees by providing corporate level benefits a wellness program professional development opportunities career advancement and more

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Gwinnett County sets the standard as a dynamic vibrant community where all people can enjoy economic opportunities safe neighborhoods plentiful greenspace and recreational facilities. We are committed to hiring those who share our dedication to making life better for our residents and business owners. The culture of superior service that our employees have created reflects that standard and helps staff residents and stakeholders remain vibrantly connected.

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Working for Gwinnett County comes with exceptional benefits including health coverage a robust wellness program (Spouses can participate too!) onsite employee wellness center longevity pay tuition reimbursement and more. The value of Gwinnett County benefits can be up to 49 percent of an individuals total compensation.

World-class community

More than a million residents make up Gwinnetts diverse community. The County is located just 45 minutes from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport and 30 minutes from downtown Atlanta. Georgia Highway 316 reduces travel time to the University of Georgia to 25 minutes.

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• Atlantas Healthiest Employer by Atlanta Business Chronicle
• Green Communities Platinum Certification for Gwinnett County from the Atlanta Regional Commission
• Top 100 Healthiest Workplaces in America by Springbuk and PR NewsWire and more!

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Equity: We believe in fairness and respect for all.
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