Watch Officer (Situational Awareness Specialist)

Shelby American, Inc.; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Situation Awareness Specialist to provide critical support in monitoring and reporting for the Commander Navy Installations Command. This role involves 12-hour shifts, on-site operations, and requires strong communication skills and emergency management experience. You will be responsible for maintaining situational awareness, preparing briefs, and ensuring compliance with security protocols. If you thrive in dynamic environments and have a passion for emergency management, this opportunity offers a chance to make a significant impact while enjoying a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan with Company Matching Contributions

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Education Reimbursement Program

Computing Device Reimbursement Program

Life & AD&D Coverage

11 Paid Holidays

TriCare Supplemental

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of emergency management or operations center experience.
• Proficiency with information systems supporting emergency operations.

Responsibilities

• Maintain real-time situational awareness in alignment with Commander’s requirements.
• Prepare and disseminate briefs for various stakeholders.

Skills

Emergency Management

Communication Skills

Information Systems

Crisis Action Team Operations

Situational Awareness

Education

BS or MS in Emergency Management

8 years of military service with EM experience

Tools

C4I Suite

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Description

This position is contingent upon successful contract proposal submission and award.

Prevailance is seeking an experienced and mission-focused professional to serve as a Situation Awareness Specialists providing Watch-Standing for the Commander Navy Installations Command (CNIC). In this role, you will provide 12 hours/day (0600-1800), on-site support in monitoring, collecting, and sharing all aspects of reporting information associated with the operations of the Shore Enterprise Operations Center (SEOC). This role is often performed independently and serves as the command’s first line of critical information flow.Travel along the east coast of the U.S. in the event of a Continuity of Operations (COOP) event may be required.

The Situation Awareness Specialist provides essential support to sustain twelve-hour-per-day, seven-day-per-week (12/7) watch stander operations for the Emergency Management (EM) Department during daily activities, training, and real-world response efforts. In addition to watch standing duties, the contractor will assist the Deputy Program Director and department staff by preparing briefs, executive summaries, and point papers for a variety of stakeholders, coordinating official tasking through approved IT systems, and providing general administrative support to the Emergency Management program.

Responsibilities include, but not limited to:

• Maintain real-time situational awareness (SA) and situational understanding (SU) in alignment with the Commander’s Critical Information Requirements (CCIRs), local directives, and standard operating procedures
  
• Assist the N37 staff with information management across staff, regional, and installation levels
  
• Screen, categorize, format, and distribute incoming message traffic appropriately
  
• Prepare and disseminate briefs in accordance with Commander’s requirements and operational needs
  
• Support and enhance Crisis Action Team (CAT) operations information management through the use of the C4I Suite and other SEOC information systems
  
• Provide timely oral and written briefings and responses to inquiries from Echelon I-IV commands, leadership, staff, and external stakeholders, for Government approval
  
• Promote knowledge sharing and collaboration among Navy Echelons and external partners
  
• Execute Continuity of Operations (COOP) plans when directed, including potential deployment to an alternate site
  
• Maintain and track the status of SEOC equipment and ensure operational readiness
  
• Ensure compliance with all security regulations, information assurance (IA) policies, and proper handling of classified materials within a Secret Secure Space
  
• Support Navy cybersecurity initiatives and local security procedures related to secure communications

Requirements

Experience:

• Minimum 5 years of emergency management or operations center experience
• Direct knowledge of or experience with the Navy installation EM program
• Strong communication skills, both written and oral, for preparing briefs and responding to inquiries
• Experience with classified material handling procedures
• Proficiency with information systems supporting emergency operations (e.g., C4I Suite or similar platforms)
• Knowledge of Continuity of Operations (COOP) planning and execution
• Ability to work independently under pressure in a dynamic, high-visibility environment
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Excel)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience supporting Navy Echelon I-IV commands
• Familiarity with Navy security protocols and Information Assurance (IA) requirements

Education:

• BS or MS in Emergency Management is desired; however, a degree may be substituted with adequate EM experience which is considered at least 8 years of military service with EM experience

Security Clearance:

• Possess current SECRET Security Clearance

Prevailance, Inc. proudly supports veterans as a member of the V3 (Virginia Values Veterans) program and the Hire Vets initiative. Prevailance provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, designed to support health, wellness, and financial security. Our benefits include:

• Medical Insurance
• TriCare Supplemental
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Coverage
• 401(k) Plan with Company Matching Contributions
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 11 Paid Holidays
• Education Reimbursement Program
• Computing Device Reimbursement Program

Prevailance, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status, marital status or any other consideration prohibited by law or contract. Prevailance, Inc. participates in E-Verify and is VEVRAA Compliant.