Joint SOF Trainer (Operations and Planning) IV - Aviation

Command Holdings•Hurlburt Field, FL
•Hybrid

About The Position

CeLeen is seeking a Joint SOF Trainer for a high-visibility program that provides training and exercise support to U.S. Special Operations Command (USSOCOM). The role involves planning, directing, and coordinating activities for the Joint Event Life Cycle (JELC), which encompasses all events and actions necessary to plan, execute, and evaluate major training events that prepare US Special Operations Forces (SOF) for operations supporting national strategic initiatives. Supported entities include USSOCOM Battle staff, Geographical Combatant Commands, Exercises, Theater Special Operations Command (TSOC), and Partner Nations.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree with 8 years experience in SOF OR prior (E8+, CW4+) with 10 years experience working in SOF.
  • Current, active Top Secret security clearance with the ability to obtain SCI eligibility.
  • Experience in SOF Air capabilities, limitations, SOF Air Force applications (i.e. SOLE, CJSOAC).
  • JSOTF/TSOC level experience.
  • Minimum of 4 years of recent experience serving in a command, senior enlisted advisor, or primary staff billet in a SOF (USSOCOM/TSOC), Service, Joint Staff, OSD, or 3-4 Star level Service/CCMD HQs within the past 8 years.
  • Minimum of 5 years’ experience with the Joint Training System (joint exercise planning management).
  • Minimum of 4 years of experience in joint operations and operational-strategic level SOF planning and operations.
  • Minimum of 4 years’ experience in the Adaptive Planning and Execution System (APEX) and Joint Operational Planning Process (JOPP).
  • Minimum of 4 years’ experience directly interfacing with senior staff (O5/O6 and GOFO) at the TSOCs, Components, CCMDs, Services, Interagency.
  • Excellent presentation, communication and organization skills.
  • Proven skills in formal classroom delivery.
  • Professional proficiency in English is required.
  • Valid driver’s license (proof of which will be required after hire) and ability to qualify for and maintain CeLeen liability insurance through a clean driving record.
  • Ability to access federal facilities in compliance with Real ID.
  • Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
  • Ability to sit at a computer terminal for an extended period of time.
  • Ability to work in confined areas.
  • Ability to work in remote and rural environments.
  • Ability to drive a motor vehicle in environments including city, highway, and rural roads CONUS and OCONUS.

Nice To Haves

  • Current, active TS/SCI security clearance.
  • Familiar/access to Theater OPLANs/CONPLANs.
  • Experience employing Partner Forces in exercises.
  • Knowledge of CONOP approval process.
  • Preferred 2 years’ experience as a platform instructor in a Professional Military Education/training environment.

Responsibilities

  • Plan, direct, and coordinate the activities required to execute the various portions of the Joint Event Life Cycle (JELC).
  • Provide training and exercise support to U.S. Special Operations Command (USSOCOM).
  • Prepare US Special Operations Forces (SOF) for operations in support of the nation’s strategic initiatives.
  • Support entities including, but not limited to: USSOCOM Battle staff, Geographical Combatant Commands, Exercises, Theater Special Operations Command (TSOC) and Partner Nations.
  • Deliver formal classroom instruction.
  • Support Joint Event Life Cycle requirements, including attending planning conferences, MSEL scripting, and White Cell staffing.

Benefits

  • Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Life and Disability Insurance
  • 401(k)
  • Paid Time Off
  • Paid Holidays
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Pet Insurance
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