Senior Joint Operation Planning and Execution System (JOPES) Specialist

Nakupuna Companies•Honolulu, HI

8d•$110,000 - $185,000•Onsite

About The Position

Overview Nakupuna Consulting is looking for a Senior Joint Operation Planning and Execution System (JOPES) Specialist. This position is part of a team supporting the USINDOPACOM Alpha contract. The Senior JOPES Specialist is responsible for coordinating and executing the deployment, redeployment, and rotation of forces through the Joint Operation Planning and Execution System (JOPES). This position serves as a subject-matter expert (SME) for automated planning processes supporting Department of Defense (DoD) contingency and crisis action planning. The specialist ensures accurate documentation of deployment plans, maintains technical expertise in JOPES and related systems, and provides critical analytical and advisory support to senior leadership. Responsibilities The following reflects management’s definition of essential functions for this job but does not restrict the tasks that may be assigned. Management may assign additional duties and responsibilities at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in logistics, operations, information systems, or a related field.
Minimum of five (5) years of experience in military operations planning, deployment/redeployment coordination, or related roles.
Demonstrated expertise in using and managing the Joint Operation Planning and Execution System (JOPES).
Strong understanding of DoD contingency and crisis action planning processes and policies.
Experience with global force management (GFM) systems.
Proficiency in database management and automated data processing (ADP) specifications.
Ability to analyze and document deployment plans and movement requirements.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work effectively within joint planning groups and operational planning teams.
Must have an active TS/SCI security clearance required.
Must be a U.S. citizen.

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree (Master’s or higher) in logistics, operations, information systems, or related field
Experience supporting joint or component command operations
Familiarity with next-generation global command and control systems (GCCS)
Marine Air-Ground Task Force (MAGTF) experience
Prior experience developing or assessing computer programs for planning system applications
Experience providing technical advice and assistance to cross-functional teams
Experience with process improvement initiatives in a military or government environment
Knowledge of rotational and emergent requirements management in JOPES
Experience with systems testing and fielding in DoD environments

Responsibilities

Oversee and execute deployment, redeployment, and rotation of forces, ensuring all movement requirements are accurately documented in JOPES
Maintain detailed working knowledge of JOPES databases, supporting systems, command roles, policies, and communication protocols
Serve as the subject-matter expert and civilian authority for automated planning and deployment execution systems.
Provide analysis and recommendations to improve command control procedures and processes
Extract and analyze information from global force management systems and manage rotational and emergent requirements within JOPES
Participate as a member of joint planning groups and operational planning teams supporting crisis operations
Provide technical advice and assistance to internal and external functional elements related to movement requirements and planning
Assess requirements for and participate in the development of computer programs and tools to meet user needs.
Evaluate the impact of emerging technology on current and future planning systems; serve as SME for next-generation global command and control systems (GCCS) and JOPES upgrades
Perform other duties as assigned to support mission objectives