Certified NY State Security Training Consultant
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Job Location:
Brooklyn, NY - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
15 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Carter Lard Consulting and Neighbors 4 Neighbors are seeking a New York State certified Security Guard Training Instructor to design and deliver required certification courses for in-house security personnel supporting our homeless and migrant shelter operations.
This consultant will play a critical role in building a compliant scalable training program aligned with New York State Division of Criminal Justice Services (DCJS) requirements including the 8-Hour Pre-Assignment Training Course and 16-Hour On-the-Job Training Course (often referred to collectively as the 40-hour track in practice).
60.00 to 85.00 per hour
Key Responsibilities
Training Delivery
- Conduct DCJS-approved:
- 8-Hour Pre-Assignment Course
- 16-Hour On-the-Job Training Course
- Annual 8-Hour In-Service Training (as needed)
- Deliver instruction in classroom and/or hybrid formats
- Ensure all training meets NYS regulatory and compliance standards
Program Development
- Help design and standardize internal training curriculum tailored to shelter environments
- Integrate modules on:
- De-escalation and crisis intervention
- Working with vulnerable populations (mental health substance use migrants)
- Conflict resolution and trauma-informed care
- Incident reporting and documentation
Compliance & Documentation
- Maintain accurate training records and rosters
- Ensure proper documentation for license eligibility
- Advise on audit readiness and DCJS compliance standards
Advisory Support
- Provide guidance on building a scalable in-house security workforce
- Assist in evaluating candidate readiness for certification
- Recommend best practices for ongoing staff development
Minimum Qualifications
- Certified Security Guard Instructor through New York State Division of Criminal Justice Services
- Approved to teach:
- 8-Hour Pre-Assignment Course
- 16-Hour On-the-Job Training Course
- Minimum 3 5 years of instructional experience
- Prior experience training guards in shelter healthcare or high-risk environments strongly preferred
- Strong knowledge of NYS Security Guard Act and licensing requirements
Preferred Experience
- Experience working in NYC homeless shelters DHS or social service settings
- Background in law enforcement corrections or private security leadership
- Experience incorporating de-escalation CPI or trauma-informed training models
