Senior International SOF Support SME
About The Position
Forge needs a task lead with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to oversee and perform day-to-day management and administration of project tasks; develop detailed work plans and schedules in support of the J3-I mission and objectives; assign contractor personnel responsibilities; manage contractor travel; and manage contractor surge hours. The Task Lead shall perform quality checks of all work products, interact continually with the J3-I government lead, COR, and any appointed Technical Representatives to present interim results, discuss concerns, and ensure total product / service satisfaction and successful transition of all phased-in requirements. Finally, this individual shall also perform as a senior international SOF Support SME.
Requirements
- The Candidate must have the ability to think strategically, act tactically, and display strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
- They must also build strong cross-group working relationships and demonstrate exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.
- The Candidate must be able to thrive and succeed in an entrepreneurial environment and not be hindered by ambiguity or competing priorities.
- US Citizen
- Senior (O5 or above) Army Special Forces officer with 15 years combined experience in operations and PN development at O6-command, TSOC, or NATO SOF HQ level.
- Master's degree in international relations or related field
- Graduate of the School of Advanced Military Studies (SAMS) or equivalent military planning course.
- 1-year recent (last 5 years) combat/operational experience as part of combine joint special operations task force or TSOC staff
- Minimum 1 year of experience working with coalition SOF partners
- Joint Professional Military Education Level II or equivalent graduate
- Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
- Ability to write reports, proposals, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
- Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
- Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
- Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
- Ability to question activities and issues in all functional areas and make sound business decisions based on that data.
Responsibilities
- Provide advice, insights, and experience concerning international SOF support to all elements of the J3-I.
- Assist and advise J3-I leadership in the management of the overall J3-I program of work to meet Commander USSOCOM objectives and priorities.
- Participate and facilitate J3-I strategic planning.
- Support the functional SMEs in maintaining timely/accurate global awareness and assisting in the integration of Partner Nation (PN) SOF capabilities and organization into plans, operations, crisis response to critical events, and capability development and readiness events across the SOF Enterprise.
- Develop measures of performance and measures of success for J3-I.
- When required, mentor international SOF officers and senior Non-Commissioned Officers (NCOs) on USSOCOM, its components, operational headquarters, and SOF culture.
- Perform close-out and escort duties as part of the Division's Security Procedure.
Benefits
- Complete Flextime
- 401k With Employer Matching
- Healthcare, Including Medical, Dental, and Vision
- Health Savings Account (HSA) And Pre-Tax Premium Options
- Supplementary healthcare and family support
- Extended Short-Term Disability and Long-Term Disability
- Healthcare Insurance Deductible Paydown
- Health and Wellness Programs
- Tuition Reimbursement, Student Loan Repayment, and Education & Training Stipends
- Cell Phone / Internet Stipends
- College Saving Plans with Employer Contributions
- Alternative Work Locations and Tele-Commuting
- Employee Referral Awards
- Retention, Signing & Performance Bonuses
- Commuter Benefits
- Paid Sabbatical
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
