Description
An Unrestricted Line Officer who is a Special Operations officer by virtue of training in the EOD, DIV/ SAL, and EOM functional areas. EOD designator applies to officers qualifying through formal training and practical experience in Explosive Ordnance Disposal and are experts in explosives, diving, and parachuting. EOD officers share the task of rendering safe and disposing of explosive material in a variety of peacetime and combat enviromements.
Core Skills
- explosive ordnance disposal operations
- hazardous device identification and neutralization
- CBRN threat response support
- dive operations and underwater EOD
- parachute and insertion operations planning
- tactical planning and mission execution
- risk assessment and safety management
- incident command and interagency coordination
- intelligence collection and reporting support
- training and team leadership
- technical report writing
- stress management and decision-making under pressure
Common Certifications
- ASIS Certified Protection Professional (CPP)
- ASIS Physical Security Professional (PSP)
- Certified Emergency Manager (CEM)
- FEMA Emergency Management Institute Certifications
- Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) Technician Certification (civilian/ATF/DoD)
- Hazardous Devices School (HDS) Certification
- Firearms Instructor Certification
- EMT-Basic or Tactical Medic
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
Civilian Career Paths
- EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT
- PHYSICAL SECURITY
- PROJECT MANAGEMENT
- TRAINING AND EDUCATION
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