Joint Training & Doctrine Subject Matter Expert (SME)

Nationwide IT Services, Inc.; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid holidays

PTO

Commuter benefits

Employee assistance program

Educational reimbursement

Pet Insurance

Job summary

Nationwide IT Services (NIS) seeks a Joint Training & Doctrine Subject Matter Expert (SME) to support the National Guard Bureau TSSS program. The SME will work with government stakeholders to develop and improve Joint education and training curricula, turning mission requirements into measurable learning objectives and practical exercises.

The role requires deep knowledge of Joint doctrine, National Guard operations, DSCA, and DoD training standards, with experience in curriculum

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of progressively responsible experience in Joint or National Guard operations or DoD training support.
• Knowledge of Joint military doctrine and National Guard Bureau policies.
• Experience with DOMOPS/DSCA and Homeland Defense.
• Understanding of Joint planning processes and Title 10/Title 32 command relationships.
• Experience supporting DoD organizations such as National Guard Bureau, Joint Staff, or JFHQ-State.
• Ability to analyze strategic guidance, regulations, and requirements.
• Experience developing Joint training scenarios and instructional materials.
• Proficiency with MS Office 365, SharePoint, Teams, and government training systems.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide subject matter expertise in Joint doctrine, National Guard operations, and Joint training requirements.
• Support development, review, and improvement of Joint education and training curricula.
• Analyze DoD guidance and regulations to identify training needs.
• Translate mission requirements into Terminal and Enabling Learning Objectives.
• Develop Joint training scenarios, materials, and course documentation.
• Apply ADDIE to curriculum development and evaluations.
• Collaborate with government course owners and instructors to reflect current requirements.
• Support training programs addressing DOMOPS, DSCA, Homeland Defense, and Joint planning.
• Participate in curriculum reviews, AARs, and training evaluations.
• Coordinate with DoD stakeholders to align content with Joint doctrine.

Skills

Joint doctrine

DSCA

DoD training

Instructional design

ADDIE model

TLOs/ELOs

Curriculum development

Ms Office 365

SharePoint

Teams

Communication

Tools

Microsoft Office 365

SharePoint

Teams

Job description

Joint Training & Doctrine Subject Matter Expert (SME)

Location: Arlington VA (On-site)
Employment Type: Full-Time
Security Requirement: Active Secret

Position Overview

Nationwide IT Services (NIS) is seeking an experienced Joint Training & Doctrine Subject Matter Expert (SME) to support a proposal effort for the National Guard Bureau (NGB) Technical and Staff Support Services (TSSS) program.
This position requires a strong understanding of Joint doctrine, National Guard operations, Defense Support of Civil Authorities (DSCA), and Department of Defense (DoD) training requirements. The SME will collaborate with Government stakeholders, instructional designers, and military subject matter experts to develop and improve training programs supporting operational readiness.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide subject matter expertise in Joint military doctrine, National Guard operations, and Joint training requirements.
• Support the development, review, and improvement of Joint education and military training curricula.
• Analyze DoD strategic guidance, military regulations, operational requirements, and Joint doctrine to identify training needs.
• Translate mission competencies and operational requirements into Terminal Learning Objectives (TLOs) and Enabling Learning Objectives (ELOs).
• Develop Joint training scenarios, practical exercises, instructional materials, and supporting course documentation.
• Apply the ADDIE instructional design model to support curriculum development and continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with Government course owners, instructors, and instructional designers to ensure training content reflects current operational requirements.
• Support training programs addressing Domestic Operations (DOMOPS), Defense Support of Civil Authorities (DSCA), Homeland Defense, and Joint planning processes.
• Participate in curriculum reviews, training assessments, working groups, and After-Action Reviews (AARs).
• Support Level I and Level II training evaluations and recommend improvements to instructional effectiveness.
• Coordinate with National Guard Bureau, Joint Staff, Joint Force Headquarters-State (JFHQ-State), and other DoD stakeholders.
• Ensure instructional content aligns with applicable Joint doctrine, National Guard Bureau policies, and DoD training standards.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of progressively responsible experience in Joint or National Guard operations, Joint Staff planning, military education, training development, or operational training support.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Joint military doctrine and National Guard Bureau policies.
• Knowledge of Domestic Operations (DOMOPS), Defense Support of Civil Authorities (DSCA), and Homeland Defense.
• Understanding of Joint planning processes and Title 10/Title 32 military command relationships.
• Experience supporting the National Guard Bureau, Joint Staff, Combatant Commands, JFHQ-State, or comparable DoD organizations.
• Ability to analyze strategic guidance, military regulations, and operational requirements.
• Experience developing Joint training scenarios, instructional materials, and practical exercises.
• Ability to develop Terminal Learning Objectives (TLOs) and Enabling Learning Objectives (ELOs).
• Experience supporting ADDIE-based curriculum development, course reviews, and Level I/II training evaluations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365, SharePoint, Teams, and Government-designated training management systems.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and ability to collaborate with military and civilian stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience supporting National Guard Bureau Joint Staff training or education programs.
• Experience developing curriculum related to Joint operations, Domestic Operations, or Homeland Defense.
• Familiarity with DoD Joint training standards, including CJCSM 3500.03.
• Experience supporting Joint Strategic Leadership Development initiatives.
• Military Joint Staff or National Guard operational planning experience.

Security Requirements

• Active Secret

Work Location and Travel

The primary duty location is the LTG Herbert R. Temple Jr. Army Readiness Center, Arlington, Virginia. Additional work may be required at Government facilities throughout the National Capital Region.
This is an on-site position. Remote work is not authorized. Government-approved, occasional telework may be permitted.
Travel may be required to support National Guard training, education, and operational readiness activities.

About Nationwide IT Services

NIS is an SBA-verified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business and an IT and management consulting company. Our mission is to deliver value-added services to our customers, leveraging technology, people, and industry best practices to implement innovative solutions through our trusted employees and team members.

Our benefits package includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, life and disability insurance, a 401(k) plan with employer match, paid holidays, PTO (sick/vacation), commuter benefits, employee assistance program (EAP), and educational reimbursement, along with Pet Insurance.

Salary range $90,000 to $175,000 annually
Salary range is a general guideline. We consider several factors when determining base salary offers, including the position's scope and responsibilities, the candidate's experience, education, and skills, and current market conditions.