Doctrine Developer

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop, revise, and format USMC doctrinal publications and MSTP training pamphlets using MS Office, Adobe Professional, and SharePoint for document management.
• Review, edit, and ensure accuracy, consistency, and proper formatting for all MSTP doctrine and training materials.
• Produce, compile, and prepare draft and final documents supporting the MSTP exercise lifecycle, including post event critiques and after-action reviews.
• Draft, review, and provide feedback on Joint, Marine Corps, and other Service doctrinal documents, concepts, and missions.
• Review classified materials and recommend appropriate classification for use in exercises, simulations, reports, and publications.
• Prepare and deliver post event critiques, after-action reviews, evaluations, and historical documentation for MSTP requirements.
• Maintain ready-to-print master files for all MSTP published training pamphlets.
• Draft and edit complex strategic and doctrinal content in accordance with USMC standards and Federal Printing Regulations.
• Follow the Quarterly Work Plan and MSTP Doctrine/Pamphlet SOPs and Writer’s Guide to manage and execute assignments.

EDUCATION

• A high school diploma or equivalent.
• A Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) Master certification (Microsoft Office 2013 or later) within 90 calendar days of contract start.

EXPERIENCE

• Minimum three years of experience developing, editing, or managing military doctrine or training publications, preferably within a Marine Corps, Joint, or Service level organization.
• Experience supporting military training exercises or event lifecycle documentation (e.g., post event critiques, AARs, evaluations).
• Strong background in technical writing, doctrinal analysis, or military subject matter expertise, ideally with exposure to MSTP processes or similar training command functions.

CORE SKILLS/COMPETENCIES

• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Able to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
• Able to design and write clear communications and present training programs.
• Excellent organizational, planning, problem-solving, prioritization, and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent computer skills required. Proficient in the entire suite of MS Office and able to quickly learn additional systems.
• Proficient using Adobe FrameMaker.
• Familiarity with SharePoint and C2PC is desired.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Required to sit for extended periods of time and maintain focus.
• Daily travel in local area during workday (including use of personal vehicle).
• Be able to work an unstable schedule, to include holidays and weekends.

SPECIAL POSITION NOTATIONS

• CONUS and OCONUS travel may be required for up to three weeks at a time (or longer).
• 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

• Completed and favorably adjudicated Personnel Security Investigation prior to assignment. The minimum acceptable PSI is a National Agency Checks with Law and Credit (NACLC)/Tier 3 (T3) PSI.

ESTIMATED COMPENSATION

$70,000-$170,000

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