JOC & Crisis Action Planner — 24/7 Operations Lead

Army National Guard Units; Montgomery (AL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 97,000; Full time

Job summary

Army National Guard Units in Montgomery, AL seeks a Plans and Operations Specialist (T5) to serve as the JOC focal point and lead crisis action planning for 24/7 operations.

The role requires developing procedures for civil-military taskings, coordinating with state and federal entities, and maintaining training and documentation for crisis action teams. Top Secret clearance is required.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or 3 years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree.
• Completion of Officer Advanced Course, Squadron Officer School, Command and Staff College or equivalent will be credited.
• Provide transcripts or documentation to support educational claims.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the State NG focal point for Crisis Action Planning and the JOC's Officer in Charge, operating 24/7.
• Develop procedures to execute civil-military taskings from NCA, Governor, or NG leaders in disasters and security operations.
• Establish procedures for JOC centers and Quick Reaction Force platforms, ensuring security and redundant communications.
• Plan and maintain a Joint Operations Center and associated control centers across the state.
• Oversee crisis action training, certification, inspections, exercises and documentation.
• Coordinate with higher, adjacent, and local agencies to implement contingency and emergency plans.
• Prepare operations orders and after-action reports, identifying capabilities and resources.
• Manage administrative oversight of the command and control network, budgeting, staffing, and 24/7 readiness.

Skills

Crisis action planning

Joint Operations Center coordination

Emergency operations coordination

Education

PhD or equivalent doctoral degree

Job description

Army National Guard Units in Montgomery, AL seeks a Plans and Operations Specialist (T5) to serve as the JOC focal point and lead crisis action planning for 24/7 operations.

The role requires developing procedures for civil-military taskings, coordinating with state and federal entities, and maintaining training and documentation for crisis action teams. Top Secret clearance is required.