Joint Training Specialist - Arlington, VA
About The Position
Vectrona is hiring a Joint Training Specialist to support National Guard planners and professionals in joint and strategic planning environments. The role develops and delivers training that strengthens planning knowledge, reinforces current doctrine, and equips National Guard personnel with practical tools they can apply in their organizations. The position is based at the Herbert R. Temple Army National Guard Readiness Center in Arlington, Virginia, with some work at the Pentagon, and includes approximately 4–6 CONUS trips per year in support of training events. The specialist plans and delivers J5 content for the annual DOMOPS Conference and up to six Joint Planner Courses each year. The role develops and updates course materials and coordinates schedules, logistics, and participation across the 54 states and territories. It also provides instruction on strategic planning concepts, NGB policies, and joint operations procedures, while ensuring training aligns with Joint Publication 5.0 and current CNGB strategic guidance. The specialist collaborates with subject matter experts, gathers and analyzes student feedback, prepares After-Action Reports, and incorporates lessons learned and emerging requirements into future courses. Success means training is well planned, professionally delivered, aligned with current doctrine, and useful to participants, helping National Guard planners apply joint planning concepts with greater capability and confidence.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Education, Instructional Design, Security Studies, or a related field; specify if the degree is in progress.
- At least 5 years of experience developing or delivering training in a military, government, or similar professional environment.
- Experience facilitating workshops, professional development sessions, or operational planning instruction.
- Strong verbal presentation, facilitation, and classroom management skills.
- Active Secret clearance or ability to obtain a Secret clearance.
Nice To Haves
- Professional Military Education.
- Instructional certification or training development credentials.
- Experience supporting the National Guard Bureau, DoD, Joint Staff, or military professional education programs.
- Familiarity with National Guard strategic planning and joint operations.
- Knowledge of Joint Planning Doctrine, particularly JP 5.0 and CNGB planning guidance.
- Strong instructional design skills and ability to adapt content for different audiences and experience levels.
- Ability to translate complex doctrine and planning concepts into clear, practical instruction.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to coordinate training logistics and execute events with minimal oversight.
- Proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint and virtual learning platforms such as Microsoft Teams and ZoomGov.
- Strong organization, follow-through, and attention to detail.
- Ability to incorporate feedback and lessons learned into continuous improvement.
- Demonstrated ownership and willingness to step in when training, logistics, or mission requirements need attention.
Responsibilities
- Plan and deliver J5 content for the annual DOMOPS Conference and up to six Joint Planner Courses each year.
- Develop and update course materials, presentations, read-ahead packets, and supporting training documentation.
- Coordinate training schedules, logistics, and participation across the 54 states and territories.
- Provide instruction on strategic planning concepts, NGB policies, and joint operations procedures.
- Collaborate with subject matter experts to keep training current and relevant.
- Collect and analyze student feedback and course evaluations.
- Prepare After-Action Reports summarizing activities, feedback, lessons learned, and recommended improvements.
- Ensure training content aligns with Joint Publication 5.0 and current CNGB strategic guidance.
- Incorporate lessons learned and emerging requirements into future course content.
- Identify opportunities to improve training effectiveness, delivery, and participant engagement.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
