Program Manager ​/ Lead Joint Training Requirements Specialist (JTRS

Position Summary

Serves as the contractor's primary interface with the COR, KO, and NGB-J37 leadership. Ensures the five-region operational framework is staffed, resourced, and performing to PWS standards. May dual-hat as a Regional JTRS SME. Full authority to act for the contractor on daily operations; ensures no out-of-scope work without official modification.

Lead overall program execution; manage regional distribution of personnel to guarantee coverage of all 54 Joint Force Headquarters (JFHQs) without degrading service to any state/territory.

Prepare and deliver Program Management Reviews (PMR); own the Monthly Progress/Status/Management Report (by region) and Metrics Product

Oversee Quality Control Plan implementation; ensure mandatory training (AT, iWATCH, OPSEC, CIAR, CUI, Cyber) completion within required windows.

Approve/coordinate Travel Authorization Requests; maintain travel discipline against Government plug funding.

Serve as escalation point for JFHQ support issues; ensure Letters of Commitment and Key Personnel availability commitments are maintained.

If dual-hatted, perform full Regional JTRS duties.

Active SECRET security clearance (or ability to obtain fully adjudicated SECRET prior to performance start).

Minimum 10 years relevant experience, of which at least 5 years in joint training, JTS, or Guard/CCMD training & readiness roles.

Demonstrated experience with all four phases of the Joint Training System.

Proven ability to instruct or facilitate at senior-leadership level.

Experience developing or supporting Joint Training Plans.

Working knowledge of DRRS, JTIMS, and/or JLLIS.

U.S. citizenship.

Recently separated National Guard OCT, RMPO, or NGB/JFHQ joint training billet.

DOMOPS planning/execution experience (DSCA, NGCS, state emergency response frameworks).

Prior Program Manager or Contract Manager experience on DoD training support contracts.

Familiarity with PIEE/SPM reporting and OASIS+ administrative requirements.

Minimum: Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution (Master's preferred in National Security, Adult Education, or related field). Equivalent combination of education and extensive relevant experience may be considered.

Preferred certifications/training: Joint Training courses (e.g., Joint Training Orientation or equivalent), DRRS/JTIMS formal training, OPSEC Level I, AT Level I, Cyber Awareness, CIAR/TARP.

Primary:
National Capital Region (NCR) ----- CONUS; telework/remote authorized provided proximity and responsiveness to assigned region(s) and NGB coordination needs are maintained.

Travel:
Regular CONUS travel to JFHQs, exercise sites, and NGB (Arlington area) as authorized; TAR required ≥30 days prior.

Duty hours:
Approximately 0800–1630 Monday–Friday except Federal holidays / facility closures.