Exercise Planner

Exercise Planner

The Exercise Planner will provide critical support in planning, coordination, collaboration, execution, and assessment of MARFORPAC related Operations, Activities, and Investments (OAIs) within the Future Operations section of the G-3 Division. This position will involve close integration with U.S. Pacific Fleet, U.S. Army Pacific, and U.S. Indo-Pacific Command to enhance the readiness, effectiveness, and collaboration of the MARFORPAC staff regarding related strategic objectives. The Exercise Planner will maintain a strategic and long-term planning capability to ensure that all MFP-related operations and initiatives align with broader U.S. military and geopolitical priorities in the Indo-Pacific region.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Planning and Coordination: Lead planning efforts for exercise design-related OAIs, ensuring synchronization with U.S. military objectives and strategic priorities within the Indo-Pacific region. Support the coordination of these operations across MARFORPAC, PACFLT, USARPAC, and USINDOPACOM.
• Collaboration and Integration: Foster effective collaboration between MARFORPAC, PACFLT, USARPAC, and USINDOPACOM in support of operations. Work closely with key stakeholders to ensure alignment of plans and integration of resources across different operational domains.
• Execution Support: Provide support in the execution of Taiwan-related OAIs, ensuring that operations are carried out according to established plans and timelines. Offer real-time coordination and problem-solving assistance during the execution phase.
• Strategic and Long-Term Planning: Maintain strategic and long-term planning capability within the FOPS section of the G-3 Division. Ensure that MARFORPAC-related operations are aligned with overarching U.S. military strategies and objectives in the Indo-Pacific region.
• Assessment and Evaluation: Conduct assessments of related operations and initiatives, identifying areas for improvement and recommending adjustments as needed to enhance effectiveness and readiness.
• Briefing and Reporting: Prepare and deliver briefings, reports, and other forms of documentation to senior leadership and key stakeholders, providing updates on Taiwan-related operations and initiatives. Ensure that all communications are clear, concise, and aligned with strategic goals.
• Operational Risk Management: Identify and assess risks associated with Taiwan-related operations and initiatives. Work with relevant stakeholders to develop mitigation strategies and ensure operations are conducted with minimal risk to personnel, resources, and mission objective.

Education

• Master's degree. Will consider a bachelor's degree OR 10+ years of operations planning experience at MAJCOM, Combatant Level Command or equivalent.
• Demonstrated understanding of Marine Corps Planning Process and the Research, Planning, Implementation and Evaluation (RPIE) public planning process.

Experience

• Five to 10 years of experience with USMC MAGTF Planning.
• In-depth knowledge of operational planning, communication synchronization, service and joint doctrine, and Marine Corps componence issues.
• Advanced proficiency with using Microsoft applications such as Excel, Teams, Words, Power Pt., etc.
• Possess a working knowledge of the Pacific theater, and an understanding of the relationships and general interactions between each nation.

Core Skills/Competencies Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrated expertise in the integration of joint, combined, and multinational military operations, with a focus on Taiwan or the Indo-Pacific region.
• Experience working with USINDOPACOM, PACFLT, USARPAC, or other theater commands in operational planning and execution.
• Strong understanding of the security environment in the Indo-Pacific region, with a specific focus on Taiwan-related strategic objectives.
• Expertise in operational planning processes, including the development and execution of OAIs.
• Ability to collaborate and communicate effectively with multiple stakeholders, both internal and external, including senior military leadership.

Working Conditions

• Required to sit for extended periods of time and maintain focus.

Special Position Notations

• Travel may be required.
• Required to sit for extended periods of time and maintain focus.
• Qualification as an authorized company driver is required.
• All authorized company drivers must have a valid driver's license, current automobile insurance, and a driving record that is acceptable to the company's auto insurance provider

Security Clearance

• A TS/SCI clearance is required for this position.

Estimated Compensation

• $120,000-$155,000