Dive Instructor

Become part of an elite team at the Naval Diving and Salvage Training Center (NDSTC) in Panama City, Florida, where you'll transform candidates into qualified military divers. As a Dive Instructor, you'll play a crucial role in developing the skills and knowledge essential for underwater operations across all military services.

This challenging position allows you to:

• Deliver hands-on instruction in multiple diving systems including SCUBA, MK-16, MK-25, and surface-supplied diving equipment
• Train future divers in both pool and open-water environments
• Develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills in high-pressure situations
• Shape the future of military diving through direct student interaction
• Contribute to curriculum development and training improvement

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct diving instruction in multiple environments and conditions
• Maintain qualification in various diving systems (SCUBA, MK16, MK25, Surface Supplied)
• Perform a minimum of eight dives per year
• Ensure strict adherence to U.S. Navy Diving Manual procedures
• Monitor student progress and provide remediation when needed
• Maintain diving equipment and support systems
• Document training evolutions and student performance
• Participate in curriculum development and improvement initiatives

Required Qualifications:

• Graduate of U.S. Armed Forces First Class Diver or higher qualification
• Minimum 6 years of active duty Military First Class Diver or Diving Medical Technician (DMT) experience
• Current within 5 years of military diving experience
• Graduate of military instructor training course or civilian equivalent
• Must maintain diving physical qualification standards
• Must pass physical/psychological examination and drug screening
• Current CPR certification
• Qualify as Navy Material Maintenance Management (3-M) 301 Maintenance Person within 30 days