Joint SOF Trainer (Operations and Planning) IV - NSW Coronado

UKG; Coronado (CA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Pet Insurance

Job summary

CeLeen, an operating firm of Command Holdings, seeks a Joint SOF Trainer for a high visibility USSOCOM program in Coronado, CA. The role focuses on planning, directing, and coordinating activities across the Joint Event Life Cycle to prepare US Special Operations Forces for operations.

Requires 10+ years in SOF with security clearances; travel up to 11-20% and potential overseas assignments are possible. Competitive salary range posted: $95,000–$115,000 per year.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 10 years of SOF experience or equivalent.
• Associate’s degree with 15 years experience in SOF or equivalent.
• Senior service experience at E8–O6 level with 15 years in SOF.

Responsibilities

• Provide training and exercise support to USSOCOM.
• Plan, direct, and coordinate activities to execute the Joint Event Life Cycle (JELC).
• Coordinate operations and planning for Joint SOF training events.

Education

Bachelor’s degree with 10 years experience in SOF

Associate’s degree with 15 years experience working in SOF

Prior (E8-E9, CW4-CW5, O4-O6) with 15 years experience working in SOF

Job description

Joint SOF Trainer (Operations and Planning) IV - NSW Coronado

Job Category: Military Operations & Training

Requisition Number: JOINT001430

• Posted : October 7, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site

Locations

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Description

CeLeen, an operating firm of Command Holdings, is currently 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 Trainers plan, direct, and coordinate the activities required to execute the various portions of the Joint Event Life Cycle (JELC). The Joint Event Life Cycle is all of the 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, but are not limited to: USSOCOM Battle staff, Geographical Combatant Commands, Exercises, Theater Special Operations Command (TSOC) and Partner Nations.

The Joint SOF Trainer (Operations and Planning) IV will support the NSW located at NAB Coronado, CA.

This position is contingent on contract modification.

Expected salary range: $95,000 - $115,000

• Moderate noise (i.e. business office with computers, phone and printers) and /or occasional Loud noise (airfield, large equipment).
• Ability to sit at a computer terminal for an extended period of time.
• Ability to work in confined areas.
• Ability to work in remote and rural environments.

Physical Demands:

• While performing the responsibilities of the job, the employee is required to sit, stand, talk, and hear.
• Employee is often required to sit and use their hands and fingers to operate a computer.
• Ability to drive a motor vehicle in environments including city, highway, and rural roads CONUS and OCONUS.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Travel:

• 11-20% / Occasional Travel.
• This position may require travel to remote overseas locations for extended periods of time.

CeLeen, an operating firm of Command Holdings, a Pequot company, is a tribally-owned firm providing management consulting services to U.S. government agencies.

Pursuant to PL 93-638, as amended, preference will be given to qualified Native Americans and spouses in all phases of employment.

At CeLeen, our employees are the embodiment of our success as a firm. Our team is comprised of a tenacious group of professionals located across the globe. It includes military veterans and spouses of active duty troops, former federal employees, policy experts, academics, attorneys, and technical and business experts, all of whom share a strong work ethic and the skills to succeed in both collaborative and independent environments. CeLeen is invested in the long-term success of both our clients and colleagues for the right reasons. Our dedication to putting good government into practice is underpinned by a merit-based culture that measures success by productivity and credibility.

CeLeen will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants who are unable to utilize our online application system due to a disability. Please send your request to the Human Resources Team .

CeLeen is committed to equal employment opportunitybased on merit.We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law, and in accordancewith EO 14173 and Federal Employment Laws: Equal Employment Opportunity and Employee Polygraph Protection Act.

CeLeen's Afficiate Action Program is available to any employee or applicant for employment for inspection upon request, to the extent required by federal regulations. The Afficiate Action Program can be accessed during normal business hours by making an appointment with the Human Resources Team .

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 10 years experience in SOF //OR// Associate’s degree with 15 years experience working in SOF //OR// prior (E8-E9, CW4-CW5, O4-O6) with 15 years experience working in SOF.

Current, active Secret security clearance.

• Must be able to obtain a Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility.
• Minimum 10 years of operational-strategic special operations 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/GCC 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, GCCs, Services, Interagency.
• Outstanding communication skills, influencing abilities, and client focus.
• Professional proficiency in English is required.
• Demonstrated proficiency in using all Microsoft Office applications.
• Valid driver’s license (proof of which will be required after hire) and ability to qualify for and maintain company liability insurance through a clean driving record.
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. CeLeen will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position

Preferred Qualifications

• Current, active TS/SCI security clearance.
• Prior experience supporting Naval Special Warfare Command.
• Minimum of 4 years’ experience in Operational Design.
• 2 years’ experience as a platform instructor in a Professional Military Education/training environment.

CeLeen offers a competitive benefits plan including:

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

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