Senior Public Safety Specialist (Firearms Instructor)

Senior Public Safety Specialist (Firearms Instructor)

Salary

$31.96 - $58.88 Hourly

Location

Manassas, VA

Job Type

Full-Time (FT)

Job Number

202610809

Department

POLICE

Division

PWC CJA

Opening Date

09/04/2026

Closing Date

9/18/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

GRADE

B25

Hiring Salary

$38.61 - $45.42 hourly

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Introduction

Are you an experienced Law Enforcement Firearms instructor? Do you excel in a fast paced and challenging work environment? Do you enjoy working as a member of a team? Do you enjoy teaching the newest generation of Law Enforcement candidates' firearms skills? How about joining an organization in the midst of exciting change?

The Prince William County Police Department is seeking a Firearms Instructor to join our team of hardworking professionals to provide a high level of training to our members.

Prince William County Firearms instructors are assigned to the Prince William County Criminal Justice Academy Scenario Based Training Center. Firearms instructors are responsible for providing quality firearms training to all sworn personnel. The position requires candidates to understand and apply adult learning concepts to students in order to relay information effectively. Firearms instructors are responsible for the day-to-day safety and security of the Firearms range facility. All Firearms instructors act as safety officers during training and must maintain a zero tolerance for range violations. Firearms instructors develop and prepare lesson plans, shooting courses, range maintenance, weapon maintenance, and numerous other tasks as assigned by the Firearms Range Manager.

Prince William County is a growing, diverse, and dynamic community located within easy commuting distance of Northern Virginia and Washington DC. The selected candidate will work as part of the staff of the Prince William County Criminal Justice Academy. The selected candidate will be assigned to work at the Mike Pennington Scenario Based Training Center. The Mike Pennington Scenario-Based Training Center is located at 7751 Doane Drive, Manassas, VA.

All Firearms instructors work schedules are determined based on the training being conducted. Firearms Instructors typically work a day shift schedule. The schedule includes working during evening and night hours, with some holiday work required based on the training schedule. The position requires frequent working past the scheduled working hours and occasionally being on call.

About This Role:

Prince William County Police - Criminal Justice Academy seeks a professional Firearms Instructor to work as part of a training staff. Firearms Instructors provide quality Firearms training to students and maintain safety during all training exercises.

Minimum Requirements:

High school diploma or G.E.D. and 3 years of related Firearms Training experience.

Preferences:

• Associate's or higher degree
• Experience as a Firearms Instructor
• Current certification from Virginia DCJS as a General Instructor and Firearms Instructor
• Experience with law enforcement and Firearms training experience
• Glock, Remington, and FN armorers certifications

To view our hiring standards, click here

Special Requirements:

• Must possess a valid drivers license.
• Must pass DMV check, polygraph, background investigation and employment physical.
• Must be proficient in the operation of motor vehicles.
• Must be able to lift 60 pounds.
• Must have Firearms Instructor experience.
• Must be able to pass a DCJS, TQC3 course of fire with 90% or better prior to being hired.

Work Schedule:

Firearms Instructors work weekdays, typically from 6 am to 4 pm. The ability to adjust the working hours and workdays during training cycles is mandatory. As necessary some weekend and holiday work are required. Could be on-call on rare occasions.

Starting Salary Range: $38.61 - $45.42 hourly

We also offer great benefits, including:

• Retirement from the Virginia Retirement System (VRS)
• 401a and 457 retirement savings and investment plans
• Paid Annual Leave
• Paid Personal Leave
• Paid Sick Leave
• Paid Holidays
• Optional Group Medical and Dental Health Plans
• Optional Group Life Insurance
• An Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Career Development Opportunities

Full-time positions with Prince William County Government qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF). For more information on PSLF, please click here: PSLF.

NOTE: The above position description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the business needs of the department. To view the class description in its entirety, click here.

Prince William County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the County will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

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Prince William County Government offers medical plans with corresponding pharmacy and basic vision coverage, as well as dental plans and a separate vision plan.

Full-time and part-time Prince William County Government employees are eligible to participate in our plans; however, the level and cost of benefits depends on the classification of the position.

The following positions do not accrue leave and are not eligible for holidays or other fringe benefits:

• Temporary
• Provisional
• Seasonal employees

Click on the link below to explore our plans and rates.

Prince William County Benefit Programs

01

I understand that information provided on my application is used to determine my qualifications. Information on my resume will not substitute for the education, work experience and required fields on the County application. Only information provided at the time of the application submission will be considered when determining my qualifications. Only responses to Supplemental Questions that can be verified in my submitted education and work experience will be credited.

• I have read, understand, and acknowledge the above statement
• I decline to proceed any further in this process.

02

All employees considered for hire by the Police Department are subject to a Polygraph Examination and to a thorough Background Investigation (Federal clearances do not substitute for either). Would you be willing to participate in both these processes?

• Yes
• No

03

Honesty and integrity are core values in police work. False statements, lying, knowingly providing inaccurate information, as well as, the misrepresentation of facts will not be tolerated. The information you provide below will be checked and validated. If this information is found to be false, it may lead to you being removed from the hiring process and REJECTED from further consideration.

• I understand and acknowledge the above standard in furnishing the most accurate information in the applicant hiring process with the Prince William County Police.
• I decline to proceed any further in this process.

04

Please select the option that reflects your highest level of completed education.

• Bachelors Degree or higher
• Associates Degree
• Some College
• HS Diploma/GED
• None of the above

05

Please quantify your years of experience training or teaching adults in the use of Firearms.

• 5 or more years
• 4 years
• 3 years
• Less than 3 years
• None

06

From the options below, select the response that best represents your level of experience with being a General Instructor.

• 5 or more years
• 3 - 4 years
• 1 - 2 years
• Less than 1 year

07

Please quantify your experience as a lead Firearms instructor.

• 4 or more years
• 3 years
• 2 years
• 1 year
• Less than 1 year

08

Please select all that apply regarding your experience.

• Conducting Firearms Instruction to sworn/non-sworn Law Enforcement
• Working as part of a training team
• Developing and writing lesson plans
• Designing new Firearms courses and set up
• Tactical Firearms Training
• Experience in adult learning concepts
• Current certified DCJS Firearms Instructor
• Law Enforcement Experience
• Current or former certified Firearms Instructor in another state
• None of the Above

09

Please select all that apply regarding your Virginia DCJS certifications.

• Both DCJS General and Firearms Instructor
• DCJS General Instructor
• DCJS Firearms Instructor
• Not certified

10

Please describe your level of skill training law enforcement officers.

• EXPERT-Has worked with a variety of different agencies and have over 5 years of teaching experience.
• SKILLED-Has worked with a variety of different agencies and have under 5 years of experience.
• BEGINNER-Is familiar with different training concepts and has 3 years or less of experience as a General Instructor.
• None

11

Glock, Remington, and FN armorers certifications are preferred but not required for this position. Please select from below, the weapons for which you are a certified armorer. Select all that apply. Please make sure that your selections are verifiable in the "Certificates and Licenses" section of this application.

• Glock
• Remington 870
• FN AR15
• Accuracy International
• None of the above

12

Are you willing and able to work a rotating schedule to include holidays and weekends?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer Prince William County Government

Address 1 County Complex Court

Prince William County, Virginia, 22192

Website https://www.pwcva.gov/department/human-resources/careers