Waterborne Security Boat Instructor
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 20, 2026. First seen by Alion on Sep 10, 2026. Prevailance scores B on the Alion truth index.
Description
Status: This position is currently filled, however we are accepting applications for Ready Replacement Pool consideration.
Prevailance is seeking an experienced, mission-focused professional to join the Center for Security Forces (CENSECFOR) as a Waterborne Security Boat Instructor at Learning Site Little Creek, located in Virginia Beach, VA. This is a high-risk instructor role, involving both classroom and operational training. Travel may be required.
Key Responsibilities:
- Deliver high-risk, group-paced instruction on security boat tactics, techniques, and procedures in both classroom and underway training environments
- Utilize Safety/Operational Risk Management, Classroom Teaching Fundamentals, Training Requirements and Training Plans, and Training Scenario Scripting
Requirements
Qualifications:
- Navy Instructor (9502) certification or equivalent
- Certified coxswain
- At least three (3) years of documented operational security boat driving experience in one or more of the following:
- Navy Harbor Security Maritime Detachment
- U.S. Navy Coastal Riverine Forces (CRF) Detachment
- U.S. Navy Special Warfare Combatant Crewman (SWCC)
- USCG Shore-Based Boat Unit or Maritime Patrol Forces operating Fast Response Cutters (FRC), Patrol Boats (WPB), or Coastal Patrol Boats (CPB)
- USCG Deployable Specialized Forces (DSF) such as MSRT, MSST, or PSU
Skills and Expertise:
- Tactical and Leadership Experience: Minimum of three (3) years in a maritime environment with a strong background in tactical operations, boat maintenance, and Navy Force Protection boats
- Coxswain Skills: Experience with launch and recovery, open water and confined space maneuvering, high-speed tactical maneuvers, towing, and VBSS operations
- Maritime Navigation Proficiency: Skilled in maritime navigation, including knowledge of aids to navigation, rules of the road, and plotting on nautical charts, with the ability to navigate at night
- Small Boat Tactical Operations: Proficient in team organization, multi-craft formations, patrols, MIO support, live fire operations, and escort missions, with experience in risk assessments using the ORM process
- Craft Systems and Sub-Systems: Expertise in electronic navigation systems, communication equipment, and operation and maintenance of water jet and propeller-driven craft
Additional Requirements:
- Experience in logistical movement and transportation of small craft and associated gear for over-the-road and hoisting operations
- Tactical operations planning experience using military decision-making processes, including mission coordination, concept of operations, and mission debriefing
- Ability to qualify as a Second-Class Swimmer per NETC P1552/16 standards, with normal color vision (FALANT color vision test and no night blindness)
Security Clearance:
- Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance
If you meet these qualifications and are ready to make an impact, we encourage you to apply today!
At Prevailance, we recognize that our employees are our greatest asset. We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the health, financial well-being, and work-life balance of our employees and their families.
- Medical + Dental + Vision
- Personal Time Off (PTO)
- 11 Paid Holidays
- 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Matching Contributions
- Life & Disability Insurance
- Supplemental Health Benefits
- Accident Insurance
- Critical Illness Insurance
- Hospital Indemnity Insurance
- TRICARE Supplement Insurance
- Education Reimbursement Program
- Computing Device Reimbursement Program
Prevailance, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status, marital status or any other consideration prohibited by law or contract. Prevailance, Inc. participates in E-Verify and is VEVRAA Compliant.
Salary Description
$55,000 - $75,000