Joint SOF Trainer (Operations and Planning) IV - MARSOC

Joint SOF Trainer (Operations and Planning) IV - MARSOC

CeLeen, an operating firm of Command Holdings, is currently seeking a Joint SOF Trainer for a high visibility program providing training and exercise support to U.S. Special Operations Command (USSOCOM). The Joint SOF Trainers plan, direct, and coordinate the activities required to execute the various portions of the Joint Event Life Cycle (JELC). The Joint Event Life Cycle is all of the events and actions required to plan, execute, and evaluate major training events that prepare US Special Operations Forces (SOF) for operations in support of the nation's strategic initiatives. Supported entities include, but are not limited to: USSOCOM Battle staff, Geographical Combatant Commands, Exercises, Theater Special Operations Command (TSOC) and Partner Nations.

The Joint SOF Trainer (Operations and Planning) IV will support MARSOC G-7's determined exercises based upon the MARSOC Commander's Exercise Campaign Plan.

Responsibilities may included but are not limited to:

• Plan for, support, and participate in requisite Joint Exercise Life Cycle (JELC) events.
• Be prepared to support OCONUS exercises to include planning and execution events.
• Lead/participate in internal exercise design process.
• Coordinate with SOF/CF exercise planners.
• Coordinate exercise scenarios with SOF/CF exercise force.
• Conduct research using SIPR/TS networks on real-world current operations IOT develop relevant exercise scenarios. Incorporate MARSOC Commander's Campaign Framework in exercise design.
• Develop SOF vignettes that meet Exercise Force Training Objectives and help drive overall scenario.
• Develop and foster strong integration with the Service (FMF/HQMC) and other Combatant Command and Service Partners to create unified action across the Joint battle space.
• Develop SOF Common Operating Picture (COP), encompassing both live and synthetic SOF, based upon real-world laydowns in furtherance of exercise scenarios; ensure SOF COP is incorporated into the overall exercise COP.
• Develop scenario OpOrds, WarnOs, FragOs to drive exercise scenarios.
• Develop synthetic SOF CONOPs and Storyboards to drive scenarios.
• Draft Level 1/2/3 data, input into Joint Training Tool (JTT).
• Manage exercise injects, storylines and vignettes.
• Provide on-call scripting and dynamic adjustments.
• Capture exercise participation data to develop after action reports and lessons learned.
• Serve as a member of a notional higher or adjacent headquarters during exercise execution. Develop and brief products to be presented at the SOTF (O-5) or JSOTF (O-6) levels to exercise participants. Be prepared to brief as a staff member of a SOTF/JSOTF.

Work Environment:

• Moderate noise (i.e. business office with computers, phone and printers) and /or occasional Loud noise (airfield, large equipment).
• Ability to sit at a computer terminal for an extended period of time.
• Ability to work in confined areas.
• Ability to work in remote and rural environments.

Physical Demands:

• While performing the responsibilities of the job, the employee is required to sit, stand, talk, and hear.
• Employee is often required to sit and use their hands and fingers to operate a computer.
• Ability to drive a motor vehicle in environments including city, highway, and rural roads CONUS and OCONUS.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Travel:

• 21-49% / Regular Travel.
• This position may require travel to remote overseas locations for extended periods of time.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree with 10 years experience in SOF //OR// Associate's degree with 15 years experience working in SOF //OR// prior (E8-E9, CW4-CW5, O4-O6) with 15 years experience working in SOF.
• Current, active TS/SCI security clearance.
• Minimum 10 years of operational-strategic special operations experience.
• Minimum of 4 years of recent experience serving in a command, senior enlisted advisor, or primary staff billet in a SOF (USSOCOM/TSOC), Service, Joint Staff, OSD, or 3-4 Star level Service/GCC HQs within the past 8 years.
• Minimum of 5 years' experience with the Joint Training System (joint exercise planning management).
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in joint operations and operational-strategic level SOF planning and operations.
• Minimum of 4 years' experience in the Adaptive Planning and Execution System (APEX) and Joint Operational Planning Process (JOPP).
• Minimum of 4 years' experience directly interfacing with senior staff (O5/O6 and GOFO) at the TSOCs, Components, GCCs, Services, Interagency.
• Outstanding communication skills, influencing abilities, and client focus.
• Professional proficiency in English is required.
• Demonstrated proficiency in using all Microsoft Office applications.
• Valid driver's license (proof of which will be required after hire) and ability to qualify for and maintain company liability insurance through a clean driving record.
• Ability to access federal facilities in compliance with Real ID. More information about Real ID can be found here: and at
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. CeLeen will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior Marine Raider.
• Recent experience supporting MARSOC.
• Minimum of 4 years' experience in Operational Design.
• 2 years' experience as a platform instructor in a Professional Military Education/training environment.

CeLeen offers a competitive benefits plan including:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life and Disability Insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Pet Insurance

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