Joint SOF Trainer (Operations and Planning) IV - Aviation

About the role

CeLeen, an operating firm of Command Holdings, is 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 Trainer will plan, direct, and coordinate the activities required to execute the various portions of the Joint Event Life Cycle (JELC). The Joint Event Life Cycle encompasses all 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 USSOCOM Battle staff, Geographical Combatant Commands, Exercises, Theater Special Operations Command (TSOC) and Partner Nations.

Responsibilities

• Plan, direct, and coordinate activities to execute portions of the Joint Event Life Cycle (JELC).
• Work in moderate noise office environments and occasional loud noise (airfield, large equipment).
• Ability to sit at a computer terminal for extended periods.
• Ability to work in confined areas.
• Ability to work in remote and rural environments.
• Physical demands: sit, stand, talk, hear; use hands and fingers to operate a computer; drive a motor vehicle in city, highway, and rural roads CONUS and OCONUS.
• Travel 21-49% regular travel, including remote overseas locations for extended periods.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree with 8 years experience in SOF //OR// prior (E8+, CW4+) with 10 years experience working in SOF.
• Current, active Top Secret security clearance with ability to obtain SCI eligibility.
• Experience in SOF Air capabilities, limitations, SOF Air Force applications (i.e. SOLE, CJSOAC).
• JSOTF/TSOC level 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/CCMD 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, CCMDs, Services, Interagency.
• Excellent presentation, communication and organization skills; proven skills in formal classroom delivery.
• Professional proficiency in English is required.
• Valid driver’s license (proof required after hire) and ability to qualify for and maintain CeLeen liability insurance through a clean driving record.
• Ability to access federal facilities in compliance with Real ID.
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis; CeLeen will not sponsor work visas.

Preferred Qualifications

• Current, active TS/SCI security clearance.
• Familiar/access to Theater OPLANs/CONPLANs.
• Experience employing Partner Forces in exercises.
• Knowledge of CONOP approval process.
• Ability to support Joint Event Life Cycle requirements (Attend Planning conferences, MSEL scripting, White Cell staffing).
• Preferred 2 years’ experience as a platform instructor in a Professional Military Education/training environment.

Skills

• Excellent presentation, communication and organization skills.
• Proven skills in formal classroom delivery.
• Professional proficiency in English.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to maintain liability insurance.
• Ability to access federal facilities (Real ID compliant).

Benefits

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