Justin Richardson
White Springs
Summary
Accomplished Firearms and Military Instructor with extensive experience in the United States Air Force, specializing in weapons systems and security operations. Excelled in mentoring over 1,200 students, enhancing weapon safety and employment knowledge. Demonstrated leadership and public speaking prowess, achieving a 100% certification exam success rate. Streamlined training processes, significantly improving efficiency and preparation times. Personable and dedicated, with thorough understanding of firearm safety and handling. Knowledgeable in defensive shooting techniques and range safety protocols, with proficiency in firearm maintenance and repair. Committed to fostering safe and educational environment for all participants.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Firearms Instructor
United States Air Force, USAF
05.2024 - 09.2024
- Instructed 1,202 students across 67 weapons qualification courses, providing knowledge, safety training, and weapons employment for 11 different weapons systems.
- Delivered live-fire practice training using a variety of methods including oral, visual, and hands-on instruction to ensure effective learning outcomes.
- Conducted combat arms training for 2,500 personnel across 13 organizations, instructing on the M9, M18 pistols, M4 rifle, M870 shotgun, M203 grenade launcher, M249, and M240 machine guns.
- Performed in-depth maintenance and repairs for weapon systems, ensuring all equipment met exacting USAF standards.
Firearms Instructor
United States Air Force, USAF
05.2022 - 05.2023
- Coordinated weapons training schedules for 13 organizations to meet yearly and deployment requirements, collaborating with Army, Marine, and Navy personnel.
- Led modernization efforts by ordering and installing weapons storage racks, transferring 1,200 pieces of equipment, and reducing armory clutter.
- Developed and implemented a tracking system using Microsoft Excel to manage 618 weapons, ammunition, and gear, improving response and preparation times by 63%.
- Revamped scheduling processes, working with 30 work center training reps to double class sizes and reduce scheduling inefficiencies by 50%.
Air Force Military Instructor
United States Air Force, USAF
01.2020 - 05.2022
- Instructed, evaluated, and mentored personnel in military procedures and security operations, tailoring instruction to meet the needs of individuals and groups.
- Delivered classroom and hands-on instruction in compliance with Air Force training protocols, ensuring a 100% success rate for trainees completing certification exams.
- Developed and adapted national and military training curricula for local implementation, ensuring the training was relevant, practical, and aligned with current regulations.
- Managed classroom dynamics, utilizing a variety of instructional techniques to engage learners and promote the effective absorption of complex security concepts.
- Conducted assessments of trainee performance and provided individualized corrective action plans to address any gaps in knowledge or performance.
- Ensured all training programs complied with military security standards, including pre-screening and security screening processes.
- Actively participated in continuous process improvement initiatives to enhance the effectiveness of training programs and the security screening process.
- Oversaw and mentored junior instructors, fostering teamwork and promoting professional development within the training division.
Education
No Degree - Instructor
Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery, AL05-2022
No Degree - Teaching
Combat Arms Instructor School
San Antonio, TX03-2022
High School Diploma -
Dutch Fork High School
Irmo, SC05-2016
Skills
- Public Speaking
- Mentoring
- Classroom Management
- Military Experience
- Ammunition Management
- Inventory management
- Weapon systems
- Leadership
- Adult Learning & Classroom Instruction
- Security Screening & Vulnerability Assessment
- Training Development & Delivery
- Classroom Management & Dynamics
- Communication & Leadership
- Performance Evaluation & Corrective Action
- Certification Management & Compliance
- Process Improvement & Team Collaboration
- Ability to work under pressure in dynamic environments
Certification
- CPR/AED Certification – American Heart Association or Red Cross.
Timeline
Firearms Instructor
United States Air Force, USAF
05.2024 - 09.2024
Firearms Instructor
United States Air Force, USAF
05.2022 - 05.2023
Air Force Military Instructor
United States Air Force, USAF
01.2020 - 05.2022
No Degree - Instructor
Community College of The Air Force
No Degree - Teaching
Combat Arms Instructor School
High School Diploma -
Dutch Fork High School