DTT Movement and Maneuver (M2) Subject Matter Expert (SME)

Katmai Government Services; Leavenworth (KS); On-site; USD 47,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Life & AD&D Insurance

401(k) Savings Plan

Vacation & Paid Personal Time

11 Paid Federal Holidays

Leave of Absence

Job summary

Katmai Government Services supports the Army National Guard Mission Command Training Support Program (MCTSP), delivering doctrinal workshops, coaching, and event support from battalion to division at designated sites.

You will design exercises, write scenarios and orders, and provide SME guidance on LVC-G methods while coaching staff and providing on-site feedback and AAR input.

Qualifications

• Senior Army or ARNG leadership experience with training management background.
• Experience providing over-the-shoulder training support and MDMP workshops.
• Secret security clearance or ability to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Develop concepts of operations and maneuver products to facilitate training.
• Provide SME input on LVC-G training methods and procedures.
• Advise and coach division and below units during planning and execution.
• Plan and conduct FTXs, CPXs, STAFFEXs, and MDMP workshops.
• Develop training materials and lead on-site feedback and AARs.

Skills

Senior Army leadership

Training management

SME on LVC-G training

AAR facilitation

Security clearance

Education

BA/BS required

MA/MS preferred

Tools

CPOF & CPCE

Job description

Summary

Support the Army National Guard (ARNG) Mission Command Training Support Program (MCTSP). Support ARNG unit commanders and staff, battalion through division providing doctrinal workshops, over the shoulder training and coaching during individual and collective event support at unit designated training sites. Responsible for collective training to include the participation in exercise design, planning, preparation, execution, and assessment activities. Assist in the development of scenarios, script writing, tactical orders, and other supporting JELC products.

• Develop Concept of Operations and Scheme of Maneuver products in addition to producing OPORD Paragraph 2, CDR's Intent, Tasks to subordinate units, Operational Design and ANNEX C products to facilitate training
• Provide subject matter expertise on military Live, Virtual, Constructive, and Gaming (LVC-G) training methods and procedures to include Simulations and Stimulations and other Mission Command Training enablers
• Act as an advisor, trainer, and training SME for division and below units during planning through execution, to include After Action Review (AAR) of MCTSP driven collective events
• Plan, coordinate, prepare, and conduct FTXs, CPXs, STAFFEXs, Fires EXs, LOGEXs, Digital COMMEXs, Military Decision-Making Process (MDMP) workshops, Command Post (CP) proficiency training and other supporting events associated with these exercises
• Develop doctrinally current training materials including higher command operations orders, reports, briefings and leads requested workshops
• Provide honest and relevant on-site feedback to unit Commanders and appropriate staff members in the form of informal discussions
• Prepare or provide input into the Final Exercise Report (FER) that addresses the planning, preparation, and execution of each fully executed DTT event
• Recommend LVC-G training strategies, methodologies, and techniques to meet and anticipate training requirements
• Responsible for or assists in the design and storyboarding of scenario-based exercises to support Unit Commander's training objectives. When directed executes as part of the HICOM during collective training events
• Conduct in-depth research on evolving doctrine, theater specific operations, lessons learned, and newly developed tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) used in the development of MSEL, or simulation control injects that accurately replicate the operational environment that the training is designed for. Must determine the appropriate exercise inject methods and entry point from HICON
• Leading up to and during collective events, assist in synchronizing the capabilities of MCTSP training capabilities assets
• Ensure adherence to company and Site Policies, Practices and Procedures appropriately
• Safeguard and maintain company and Government furnished equipment, materials, and facilities
• Coordinate required safety information through direct coordination with government leadership
• Ensure compliance with Government and contract guidelines, regulations, policies, and standards
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance
• Perform other duties as assigned

Summary

Support the Army National Guard (ARNG) Mission Command Training Support Program (MCTSP). Support ARNG unit commanders and staff, battalion through division providing doctrinal workshops, over the shoulder training and coaching during individual and collective event support at unit designated training sites. Responsible for collective training to include the participation in exercise design, planning, preparation, execution, and assessment activities. Assist in the development of scenarios, script writing, tactical orders, and other supporting JELC products.

• Develop Concept of Operations and Scheme of Maneuver products in addition to producing OPORD Paragraph 2, CDR's Intent, Tasks to subordinate units, Operational Design and ANNEX C products to facilitate training
• Provide subject matter expertise on military Live, Virtual, Constructive, and Gaming (LVC-G) training methods and procedures to include Simulations and Stimulations and other Mission Command Training enablers
• Act as an advisor, trainer, and training SME for division and below units during planning through execution, to include After Action Review (AAR) of MCTSP driven collective events
• Plan, coordinate, prepare, and conduct FTXs, CPXs, STAFFEXs, Fires EXs, LOGEXs, Digital COMMEXs, Military Decision-Making Process (MDMP) workshops, Command Post (CP) proficiency training and other supporting events associated with these exercises
• Develop doctrinally current training materials including higher command operations orders, reports, briefings and leads requested workshops
• Provide honest and relevant on-site feedback to unit Commanders and appropriate staff members in the form of informal discussions
• Prepare or provide input into the Final Exercise Report (FER) that addresses the planning, preparation, and execution of each fully executed DTT event
• Recommend LVC-G training strategies, methodologies, and techniques to meet and anticipate training requirements
• Responsible for or assists in the design and storyboarding of scenario-based exercises to support Unit Commander's training objectives. When directed executes as part of the HICOM during collective training events
• Conduct in-depth research on evolving doctrine, theater specific operations, lessons learned, and newly developed tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) used in the development of MSEL, or simulation control injects that accurately replicate the operational environment that the training is designed for. Must determine the appropriate exercise inject methods and entry point from HICON
• Leading up to and during collective events, assist in synchronizing the capabilities of MCTSP training capabilities assets
• Ensure adherence to company and Site Policies, Practices and Procedures appropriately
• Safeguard and maintain company and Government furnished equipment, materials, and facilities
• Coordinate required safety information through direct coordination with government leadership
• Ensure compliance with Government and contract guidelines, regulations, policies, and standards
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance
• Perform other duties as assigned

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Develop Concept of Operations and Scheme of Maneuver products in addition to producing OPORD Paragraph 2, CDR's Intent, Tasks to subordinate units, Operational Design and ANNEX C products to facilitate training
• Provide subject matter expertise on military Live, Virtual, Constructive, and Gaming (LVC-G) training methods and procedures to include Simulations and Stimulations and other Mission Command Training enablers
• Act as an advisor, trainer, and training SME for division and below units during planning through execution, to include After Action Review (AAR) of MCTSP driven collective events
• Plan, coordinate, prepare, and conduct FTXs, CPXs, STAFFEXs, Fires EXs, LOGEXs, Digital COMMEXs, Military Decision-Making Process (MDMP) workshops, Command Post (CP) proficiency training and other supporting events associated with these exercises
• Develop doctrinally current training materials including higher command operations orders, reports, briefings and leads requested workshops
• Provide honest and relevant on-site feedback to unit Commanders and appropriate staff members in the form of informal discussions
• Prepare or provide input into the Final Exercise Report (FER) that addresses the planning, preparation, and execution of each fully executed DTT event
• Recommend LVC-G training strategies, methodologies, and techniques to meet and anticipate training requirements
• Responsible for or assists in the design and storyboarding of scenario-based exercises to support Unit Commander's training objectives. When directed executes as part of the HICOM during collective training events
• Conduct in-depth research on evolving doctrine, theater specific operations, lessons learned, and newly developed tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) used in the development of MSEL, or simulation control injects that accurately replicate the operational environment that the training is designed for. Must determine the appropriate exercise inject methods and entry point from HICON
• Leading up to and during collective events, assist in synchronizing the capabilities of MCTSP training capabilities assets
• Ensure adherence to company and Site Policies, Practices and Procedures appropriately
• Safeguard and maintain company and Government furnished equipment, materials, and facilities
• Coordinate required safety information through direct coordination with government leadership
• Ensure compliance with Government and contract guidelines, regulations, policies, and standards
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance
• Perform other duties as assigned

Supervisory Responsibilities

None.

Requirements

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• BA/BS required; MA/MS preferred
• Must have previous senior Army or ARNG leadership experience with a training management background and preferably, Combat Training Center (CTC) experience
• Primary staff experience in the WFF at Battalion or higher
• At least six (6) years' combined staff experience within the WFF, or eight (8) years' specialized MCTSP experience in this type of duty position
• Recent experience working within the Army National Guard training support system, or a similar system
• Two (2) or more years working within WFF area Army Command and Control Information Systems
• Proficient in current army maneuver (Infantry, Armor, Engineer, Aviation) doctrine and processes, and able to identify new and emerging army and joint movement and maneuver doctrine
• Possess the knowledge and expertise to serve as the primary trainer for the following processes: operations process, army design methodology, information collection, and development of FFIRs and decision support products
• Familiar and capable of providing over-the-shoulder training support for CPOF and CPCE
• Capable of replicating the functions of higher HQs within the M2 WFF to Battalion through Division training audiences (Commander Update Briefs, Planning WGs, support to Targeting and OPSYNC meetings, and HICOM products to stimulate training.)
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance (generally, U.S. citizenship required)
• Must obtain and maintain any necessary security access and/or background checks

Desired Qualifications & Skills

• Previous experience as a Battalion-level or higher commander preferred
• Completion of the Command and General Staff College or equivalent level military schooling preferred

WORK SCHEDULE

Full time. May be required to work additional hours as needed to complete assignments or projects.

TRAVEL

The expected travel time is less than 25%.

Driving Requirements

Must have or be able to attain a valid state driver's license and be insurable on the company's automobile insurance policy. Driving, with or without accommodation, may be required when traveling for training and/or short occasional amounts of local driving. The expected driving time is less than 25%.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work is performed in remote and onsite environments, including occasional outdoor settings, with exposure to natural conditions at different U.S. locations.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Position consists of sitting for short periods of time, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, lifting, and carrying boxes, pouches and bags weighing up to 20 pounds. Frequently uses hands/fingers for handling and working with small objects. Must be able to see up close and distinguish colors and patterns. It is Katmai's philosophy and practice to provide reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities.

Benefits

Compensation & Benefits

• Pay: 55,868.80 annually
• Eligible Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & AD&D Insurance, Long-Term & Short-Term Disability Insurance, 401(k) Savings Plan, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Vacation & Paid Personal Time, 11 Paid Federal Holidays, and Leave of Absence

We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, marital status, familial status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Preference will be given to Ouzinkie Shareholders, Descendants of Shareholders and Spouses of Shareholders in accordance with Title 43 U.S. Code 1626(g) and Title 42 U.S. Code 2000e - 2(i).