Joint Planner (USAG – Humphreys, ROK)

Strategic Solutions Unlimited; United States; On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Strategic Solutions Unlimited is seeking a Joint Planner to support U.S. Special Operations Command - Korea. This on-site role involves generating strategic plans, coordinating with defense agencies, and requires strong communication skills and joint planning experience. As a vital contractor, you will contribute to special operations missions while enjoying competitive benefits.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

401K Matching Plan

PTO and Holiday

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

Employee Referral Bonus

Qualifications

• 5 years of joint plans experience.
• Ability to work under minimal oversight.
• Previous experience in the KJOA or INDOPACOM.

Responsibilities

• Generate strategic, campaign, and operational level plans.
• Coordinate with various defense agencies.
• Lead SOCKOR priority planning JPGs and OPTs.

Skills

Oral and written communication skills

Planning process expertise

Ability to work in high stress environments

Fluency in English

Tools

Microsoft Office

SharePoint

Job description

Strategic Solutions Unlimited, Inc. (SSU) is a strategically focused, innovative organization that provides world class services and customizable modular construction to our government and commercial clients. We are a solutions-based company, that is veteran owned and operated by military-minded professionals with decades of special operations and intelligence experience. Our team is dedicated to supporting the needs of the warfighter, providing services to both government organizations and the commercial sector. Domestically or internationally, SSU provides our client a large business experience as a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB).

SSU is currently recruiting for a Joint Planner to support United States Special Operation Command – Korea (SOCKOR). This opportunity is an on-site / office position for an active contract.

Location: USAG – Humphreys, ROK

Security Clearance: TS, SCI eligible

Duties and Responsibilities:

The J35 Planner duties shall include, but are not limited to:

• Generating strategic, campaign, and operational level plans appropriate for a Theater Special Operations Command Headquarters.
• Coordinates within SOCKOR and USSOCOM SOF Force Provider Command elements to refine SOCKOR and Korean Family of Plans.
• Coordinates with USFK, USINDOPACOM, USSOCOM, OUSD, and other Defense agencies and organizations in support of Directorate requirements.
• Coordinates with and works with Republic of Korea and other foreign military personnel on a regular basis.
• Leads SOCKOR priority planning JPGs and OPTs based on guidance from Commanding General, Chief of Staff, and Directorate leadership.
• Supports United States Special Operations Command (USSOCOM), United States Forces Korea (USFK), Combined Forces Command (CFC), and United Nations Command (UNC) planning initiatives, JPGs and OPTs
• Liaises with Joint, Interagency, Intergovernmental, Multinational, and Commercial counterparts to identify opportunities which bridge SOF capability and capacity gaps.
• Generates AO and GOFO-level analog and digital products in support of planning efforts.
  • Briefs U.S. and foreign GOFO and civilian leadership.
• Ready to support any additional taskings/product development as required by Directorate leadership.
• Live and work in an operational environment when required (e.g., semiannual exercises operating from CP Tango, FOS-I, Daegu).
• Travels within the Republic of Korea, and to CONUS and OCONUS locations as necessary to support directorate requirements.
• The work of this position is sedentary; however, light physical effort is required.
• The work is typically performed in an adequately lighted and climate-controlled office.
• This position shall be designated a Mission Essential Contractor (MEC).

Qualifications:

• Fluently speak, read, and write English.
• 5 years of joint plans experience
• Previous experience in the KJOA, INDOPACOM or with SOF
• Possession of excellent oral and written communication skills, including briefing senior government leadership and preparing planning products for senior and policymaker use
• Ability to work in a high tempo, high stress environment with minimal oversight
• Familiarity with the use of Microsoft operating systems (e.g. Windows10/11), Office, and SharePoint products
• Ability to obtain a USFK Motor Vehicle Operator’s Permit and operate Government Non-Tactical Vehicles (GOVs) in accordance with USFK Regulation 190-1

Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• 401K Matching Plan
• PTO and Holiday
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Employee Referral Bonus

If you are interested in a well-compensated, empowered, and fulfilling position, while making a positive impact at a high level of significance, we encourage you to submit your resume/cv to [e-mail].

SSU is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.