Attache Training Program Instructor, Joint Military Attache School (Jmas)

Chi-Chack LLC; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

Employer‑paid Life insurance, LTD and’

Paid time off - 11 Holidays

Chi-Chack 401(k) plan

Job summary

Chi-Chack LLC seeks an Attache Training Program Instructor for the Joint Military Attache School (JMAS) at Joint Base Anacostia–Bolling, VA. This full-time role requires leadership of instructional blocks, coordination of guest lecturers, and ensuring material compliance with SOPs.

On-site duties include mentoring, course directing when needed, and supporting accreditation efforts. The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s degree, 10+ years in a War environment, and extensive experience in

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university.
• 10+ years of experience in the Department of War environment.
• Demonstrated experience in an educational or training context with emphasis on adult learning.
• MBTI or EQ-i2.0 & 360 certification maintained or current.
• Experience with Foreign Affairs agencies (State, USAID, intelligence).
• Knowledge of embassy operations overseas and cross-cultural exposure.

Responsibilities

• Instruct with authority over the full range of Defense Attaché Service topics.
• Design, publish and present lessons; coordinate guest lecturers and ensure materials meet standards.
• Serve as Seminar Directors: evaluate student work, document performance, provide feedback, maintain records.
• Provide coaching and mentoring to JMAS students on technical and interpersonal skills.
• Serve as Course Directors, when designated, to administer and manage instruction blocks.
• Act as Primary Points of Contact for off-site exercises and coordinate with outside agencies.
• Review and adjust exercise materials before each class; coordinate with Role Players and faculty for feedback.
• Conduct faculty after-action review within 24 hours of end of off-site exercises.
• Maintain the exercise folder per policy; support accreditation activities.

Skills

Coaching

Adult learning

Lecture delivery

Educational programs

Cross-cultural awareness

Foreign affairs knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Security Clearance: Will be asked to complete a public trust

Position: Attache Training Program Instructor, Joint Military Attache School (Jmas) Posted: 09/25/2026
Education Job Description: Skills Training: Experience POSITION DESCRIPTION
Title: Attache Training Program Instructor, Joint Military Attache School (JMAS) Classification: Full-time SCA Covered: No FLSA Status: Exempt Security Clearance: Will be asked to complete a public trust Location: Joint Base Anacostia - Bolling, VA Travel Required: May be required Reports To: On-Site Project/Capstone Exercise Lead Salary/Pay Range: Contingent on contract award Position Summary The Attache Training Program (ATP) Instructor designs, publishes, and presents instructional lessons for JMAS students in accordance with JMAS SOPs and program standards. Coordinates guest lecturers and ensures that guest lecturer materials and presentations meet JMAS standards.

• Be able to instruct with authority over the entire range of Defense Attaché Service topics.
• Design, publish and present instructional lessons for JMAS students in accordance with JMAS SOPs and program standards. Coordinate guest lecturers and ensure that guest lecturer materials and presentations meet JMAS standards.
• Serve as Seminar Directors, responsible for evaluating students written products and practical exercise performance, documenting performance in accordance with established SOP’s, providing regular feedback to support skill‑building, and participating in student reviews. Maintain student records in accordance with SOP’s.
• Provide coaching and mentoring to JMAS students on a range of technical and interpersonal skills required for successful performance in Defense Attaché Offices and Embassy environments.
• Serve as Course Directors, when designated, to administer, evaluate, synchronize, and manage blocks of instruction in the ATP curriculum in accordance with established JMAS and ATP procedures.
• Serve as Primary Points of Contact for JMAS off‑site exercises, when designated.
• Be responsible for direct coordination with outside agencies, synchronize scheduling of meetings/trainings/briefings, maintain current contact information for all points of contact and agencies supporting lessons and exercises, keeping them updated and readily available on the shared electronic filing system.
• Review and adjust all exercise‑related materials (letters, Foreign Liaison Officer handouts, documents, read‑aheads, news clips, etc.) before each class iteration.
• Coordinate with exercise Role Players and JMAS Faculty attending JMAS exercises before each exercise iteration; assess the performance of the Role Players against learning objectives and provide the respective JMAS Contracting Officer Representative (COR), with feedback.
• Conduct a faculty after‑action review within 24 hours of the end of off‑site exercise(s) for which they are the lead.
• Maintain the exercise folder in accordance with JMAS policy and procedures.
• Provide off‑site faculty support for approximately ten (10) days three (3) times per year in support of a JMAS exercise in Florida or, under extraordinary circumstances, an alternate venue as deemed necessary by the Commandant.
• Perform all other instructor functions related to the administration, design, delivery, execution and maintenance of assigned training blocks and program duties, in accordance with JMAS standard operating procedures and current directives.
• Actively support ongoing JMAS accreditation activities through participation on assigned accreditation committees and/or working groups and attendance at JMAS curriculum reviews; understand and support accreditation efforts by Council on Occupational Education (COE), International Association of Continuing Education and Training (IACET), American Council on Education, and potentially others deemed critical by the JMAS Board of Governors.

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university.
• One complete and successful tour as an Attache, Defense Liaison Officer, Assistant Defense Attache, Operations Coordinator (OPSCO), or Operations Coordinator NCO.
• Minimum ten (10) years of experience in the Department of War environment.
• Demonstrated experience in an educational or training context with an emphasis on adult learning.

• Maintain certification or currency in the Myers Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) or the EQ‑i2.0 & 360 Emotional Quotient Inventory.
• Prior experience working with Foreign Affairs agencies (e.g., Department of State, USAID, and Intelligence agencies).
• Specific knowledge of embassy operations overseas, understanding of a global workforce, and cross‑cultural understanding living and/or working outside of the United States.

• May be required to use computer screen for extensive periods of time.
• Extended working hours and travel may be necessary.

• Benefits offered include Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Employer‑paid Life insurance, long‑term disability and short‑term disability
• Paid time off -including 11 Holidays
• Participation in the Chi-Chack LLC 401(k) plan

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the individual(s) assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required. Management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and to assign other duties as necessary.

Chi-Chack LLC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to unlawful considerations of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, sensory, physical, or mental disability, marital status, veteran or military status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request.

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