Joint SOF Trainer (Operations & Planning) III - USASOC

Command Holdings•Fort Bragg, NC

About The Position

Quattro Consulting is seeking a Joint SOF Trainer (Operations and Planning) III to provide training and exercise support to U.S. Special Operations Command (USSOCOM). The role plans, directs, and coordinates activities required to execute the Joint Exercise Life Cycle (JELC) for USASOC exercise programs. JELC encompasses the events and actions involved in designing, planning, and executing major training events that prepare U.S. Special Operations Forces for operations supporting national strategic initiatives. Supported organizations include 1st Special Forces Command, USASOC, USSOCOM, Geographic Combatant Commands, Theater Special Operations Commands (TSOCs), and partner nations. The successful candidate provides subject matter expertise and strategic- and operational-level joint training, primarily in Intelligence Operations. The work includes research, analysis, and training supporting TSOCs, SOF service components, and joint SOF task force commanders’ readiness and exercise programs. This support culminates in joint mission rehearsals, command post exercises, and other collective training events supporting the USSOCOM 350-12 certification and validation program. Multiple positions may be hired. The work environment may include a business office with computers, phones, and printers, occasional loud settings such as airfields or areas with large equipment, confined areas, and remote or rural environments. The role may require extended periods at a computer and driving on city, highway, and rural roads in the continental United States and overseas. Travel is occasional, estimated at 11–20%, and may include extended stays in remote overseas locations. Applicants must be authorized to work full-time in the United States; visa sponsorship is not available. Quattro Consulting gives preference to qualified Native Americans and spouses in all phases of employment, pursuant to PL 93-638, as amended. The company is committed to equal employment opportunity and provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree and 8 years of SOF experience; or an associate degree and 13 years of SOF experience; or E7–E8, CW3–CW4, or O4–O5 military grade with 13 years of SOF experience.
Held a Top Secret clearance within the last 24 months and must be able to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI security clearance.
At least 3 years of experience with the Joint Training System, including joint exercise planning management.
At least 4 years of recent experience serving in a SOF tactical- or operational-level headquarters (SOJTF or JSOTF).
At least 4 years of experience developing SOF tactical-operational-level products supporting GCC, TSOC/JSOC, and SOF Component SOF and counterterrorism exercises.
At least 4 years of experience directly interfacing with senior staff (O5/O6 and GOFO) at TSOCs, components, GCCs, services, and interagency organizations.
Excellent presentation, communication, and organizational skills, with demonstrated ability in formal classroom delivery.
Strong communication skills, influencing abilities, and client focus.
Professional proficiency in English.
Demonstrated proficiency with all Microsoft Office applications.
Valid driver’s license and ability to qualify for and maintain company liability insurance based on a clean driving record.
Ability to access federal facilities in compliance with REAL ID.
Currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis; work visa sponsorship is not available.

Nice To Haves

Current, active TS/SCI security clearance.
Recent experience supporting USASOC.
Two years of experience as a platform instructor in a Professional Military Education or training environment.

Responsibilities

Plan, direct, and coordinate activities required to execute all portions of the Joint Exercise Life Cycle for USASOC exercise programs.
Provide subject matter expertise and strategic- and operational-level joint training, primarily in Intelligence Operations.
Conduct in-depth research, analysis, and training in support of TSOC, SOF service component, and joint SOF task force commander readiness and exercise programs.
Support joint mission rehearsals, command post exercises, and other collective training events that contribute to the USSOCOM 350-12 certification and validation program.
Develop SOF tactical-operational-level products in support of GCC, TSOC/JSOC, and SOF Component SOF and counterterrorism exercises.
Interface with senior staff at TSOCs, components, GCCs, services, and interagency organizations.
Deliver formal classroom instruction and presentations.