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Training Officer jobs are open across government agencies, healthcare, financial services, corporate enterprises, and nonprofits, at every level from entry-level coordinator to senior director, with specializations in workforce development, compliance training, and instructional design. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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National Screening Programs/Protective Security Officer Training Instructors
We are seeking candidates to serve as contracted instructors for National Screening Programs/Protective Security Officer Training. The Federal Protective Service (FPS) has designed a course for security screening operations for the Protective Security Officers and as part of the duties and responsibilities under the task order, contractor instructors will be required to:
- Provide instruction on the nomenclature of the devices, i.e., x-ray machine, walk- through metal detector, handheld metal detector, and other screening equipment, etc.
- Provide instruction on proper operation and handling of hand-held metal detectors devices.
- Provide "real world" scenarios to illustrate issues that may occur in the field.
- Provide both discussions and hands-on exercises to demonstrate proper techniques for using each device.
- Administer practical exercise.
- Administer written tests.
- Assist in the administration of training by using FPS Learning Management System: Training and Academy Management System (TAMS)
- Provide training related to current threats to security screening stations, such as improvised explosive devices (IEDs), non-metallic weapons and threat items that can avoid detection by X-ray machines or Walk-through metal detector.
- Conduct training compliance checks on security screening stations in all 50 states and territories.
- Provide feedback to students and make recommendations to FPS concerning improvements/changes to the curriculum.
- Provide feedback to FPS concerning the operational status of X-ray, Walk-through Metal Detector or Hand-held metal detector equipment used in training.
- Assist in the development and/or revision of lesson plans related to the National Weapons Detection Training Program and future screening programs.
- Assist in the development/revision of lesson plans relative to Protective Security Officer training.
- Assist with the Kirkpatrick training validations and analysis.
- Travel up to 50% of the time as dictated by mission requirements throughout all 50 states and territories.
- Operate a government or leased vehicle with a valid driver's license.
Skills and Experience:
- Must pass written exams and practical test upon completing the training for the security screening station.
- Minimum of five (5) years as a certified instructor in law enforcement/security techniques and principals. Certification can be from federal, state, military, or local law enforcement academies.
- The instructors shall be proficient in instructional techniques and be able to apply adult learning principles (andragogy) in the classroom and practical exercise lab environment.
- Instructors shall possess experience in security screening operations to include the utilization of security screening equipment, which includes but is not limited to, x-ray screening machines, walk-through metal detectors and hand-held metal detectors. Instructors shall also have experience in the application of behavioral recognition to identify pre-incident indicators.
- Instructors shall possess extensive security screening experience, both in the operation of and the instruction of the devices and equipment (x-ray machine, walk-through metal detector, handheld metal detector, etc.).
- Preference is given to instructors with government facility/private sector security screening training or experience with X-ray machines, walk-through metal detectors and Hand-held metal detectors.
- Instructors shall be able to read, write, speak, and understand English.
- Instruct and manipulate computer-based analytical programs, and proficient in Microsoft Suite applications.
- Conveying complex material to new students in a consistent manner that enables learning.
- Sign a non-disclosure agreement.
- Generate comprehensive lesson plans, student guides and presentation materials for basic, intermediate, and advanced students.
- Knowledgeable and proficient in the ADDIE model.
- Must have a valid driver's license.
Educational Requirements:
- 2 years minimum work experience as an instructor
- The candidate must have successfully completed and received instructor certification from a federal, military, state, private security academy, or local law enforcement academy.
- Completion and certification from the Law Enforcement Instructor Training Program (LEITP) at any one of the US Department of Homeland Security Federal Law Enforcement Training Centers is desired.
- If a candidate is selected and has not received certification from the Law Enforcement Instructor Training Program (LEITP), FPS will sponsor the candidate to attend the LEITP at FLETC at the government's expense.
- Experience on training with x-ray machine and walk-through metal detector operators
National Screening Programs/Protective Security Officer Training Instructors
We are seeking candidates to serve as contracted instructors for National Screening Programs/Protective Security Officer Training. The Federal Protective Service (FPS) has designed a course for security screening operations for the Protective Security Officers and as part of the duties and responsibilities under the task order, contractor instructors will be required to:
- Provide instruction on the nomenclature of the devices, i.e., x-ray machine, walk- through metal detector, handheld metal detector, and other screening equipment, etc.
- Provide instruction on proper operation and handling of hand-held metal detectors devices.
- Provide "real world" scenarios to illustrate issues that may occur in the field.
- Provide both discussions and hands-on exercises to demonstrate proper techniques for using each device.
- Administer practical exercise.
- Administer written tests.
- Assist in the administration of training by using FPS Learning Management System: Training and Academy Management System (TAMS)
- Provide training related to current threats to security screening stations, such as improvised explosive devices (IEDs), non-metallic weapons and threat items that can avoid detection by X-ray machines or Walk-through metal detector.
- Conduct training compliance checks on security screening stations in all 50 states and territories.
- Provide feedback to students and make recommendations to FPS concerning improvements/changes to the curriculum.
- Provide feedback to FPS concerning the operational status of X-ray, Walk-through Metal Detector or Hand-held metal detector equipment used in training.
- Assist in the development and/or revision of lesson plans related to the National Weapons Detection Training Program and future screening programs.
- Assist in the development/revision of lesson plans relative to Protective Security Officer training.
- Assist with the Kirkpatrick training validations and analysis.
- Travel up to 50% of the time as dictated by mission requirements throughout all 50 states and territories.
- Operate a government or leased vehicle with a valid driver's license.
Skills and Experience:
- Must pass written exams and practical test upon completing the training for the security screening station.
- Minimum of five (5) years as a certified instructor in law enforcement/security techniques and principals. Certification can be from federal, state, military, or local law enforcement academies.
- The instructors shall be proficient in instructional techniques and be able to apply adult learning principles (andragogy) in the classroom and practical exercise lab environment.
- Instructors shall possess experience in security screening operations to include the utilization of security screening equipment, which includes but is not limited to, x-ray screening machines, walk-through metal detectors and hand-held metal detectors. Instructors shall also have experience in the application of behavioral recognition to identify pre-incident indicators.
- Instructors shall possess extensive security screening experience, both in the operation of and the instruction of the devices and equipment (x-ray machine, walk-through metal detector, handheld metal detector, etc.).
- Preference is given to instructors with government facility/private sector security screening training or experience with X-ray machines, walk-through metal detectors and Hand-held metal detectors.
- Instructors shall be able to read, write, speak, and understand English.
- Instruct and manipulate computer-based analytical programs, and proficient in Microsoft Suite applications.
- Conveying complex material to new students in a consistent manner that enables learning.
- Sign a non-disclosure agreement.
- Generate comprehensive lesson plans, student guides and presentation materials for basic, intermediate, and advanced students.
- Knowledgeable and proficient in the ADDIE model.
- Must have a valid driver's license.
Educational Requirements:
- 2 years minimum work experience as an instructor
- The candidate must have successfully completed and received instructor certification from a federal, military, state, private security academy, or local law enforcement academy.
- Completion and certification from the Law Enforcement Instructor Training Program (LEITP) at any one of the US Department of Homeland Security Federal Law Enforcement Training Centers is desired.
- If a candidate is selected and has not received certification from the Law Enforcement Instructor Training Program (LEITP), FPS will sponsor the candidate to attend the LEITP at FLETC at the government's expense.
- Experience on training with x-ray machine and walk-through metal detector operators
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Government & Public Sector
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in training officer jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in education, human resources, instructional design, or a related field
- Experience designing and delivering training programs for adult learners
- Proficiency with a learning management system such as Cornerstone, Docebo, or similar platforms
- Familiarity with authoring tools such as Articulate Storyline or Adobe Captivate
- Knowledge of instructional design methodologies including ADDIE or Kirkpatrick evaluation
- Certified Professional in Learning and Performance (CPLP) or equivalent credential preferred
Tips for Your Training Officer Job Search
Align your resume to adult learning frameworks
Training officer postings frequently ask for ADDIE, Kirkpatrick, or Bloom's Taxonomy by name. If you've used any of these frameworks, call them out explicitly in your resume rather than burying them under generic verbs like 'developed training materials.'
List every authoring tool you've used
Hiring managers scan for specific tools like Articulate Storyline, Adobe Captivate, or learning management systems like Cornerstone and Docebo. A dedicated 'Tools' section beats scattering these names across bullet points where they're easy to miss.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists training officer openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings by sector not just title
A training officer role in a hospital system demands regulatory compliance knowledge, while one at a tech company leans on rapid e-learning production. Search by industry keyword alongside your title so you're applying to environments where your domain experience is a real differentiator.
Prepare a portfolio of training deliverables
Bring two or three sample artifacts to interviews: a completed eLearning module, a facilitator guide, or a needs assessment report. Employers want to see the quality of what you produce, not just hear you describe it.
Negotiate scope before accepting an offer
Training officer roles vary widely in whether you design, facilitate, or manage vendors. Before accepting, clarify the split between those functions and confirm whether the role includes budget authority, so the job you start matches the one you interviewed for.
Training Officer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most training officers?
Mutual of Omaha Mortgage, State of New Mexico, and Washington County Public Schools are hiring the most training officers right now, with openings concentrated in Maryland, California, and Michigan, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand is strongest in healthcare systems, federal contractors, and large financial institutions.
How many training officer jobs are remote?
About 33% of training officer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with the highest remote share in instructional design and eLearning development roles. Positions that require in-person facilitation, onboarding cohorts, or compliance demonstrations on the floor are far more likely to require on-site presence.
How do you become a training officer?
Start with a bachelor's degree in education, instructional design, organizational development, or human resources. Build hands-on experience by facilitating onboarding, leading compliance sessions, or developing training materials in an adjacent role such as HR coordinator or subject matter expert. Earning a credential like the Certified Professional in Learning and Performance strengthens your candidacy for mid-level and senior positions.
How do you get hired as a training officer with little experience?
Focus on roles titled training coordinator or learning and development associate, which typically require less direct training experience. Volunteer to lead onboarding or cross-training sessions in your current job, document the results, and treat those examples as your portfolio. Employers in healthcare and government often hire candidates from adjacent fields who can demonstrate strong communication skills and comfort with structured instruction.
What does the training officer interview process look like?
Most employers run two to three rounds: an initial screening with HR or a recruiter, a competency-based interview with the hiring manager focused on your instructional design process and facilitation experience, and a practical exercise where you present a short training segment or walk through a sample deliverable you've created. Some organizations add a panel interview with department stakeholders whose teams you'd be training.
Where can I find and apply to training officer jobs?
You can find and apply to training officer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your specialization and experience level, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
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