Joint SOF Trainer; Operations and Planning IV - Aviation

Joint SOF Trainer (Operations and Planning) IV - Aviation

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 Trainer will 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 U.S. 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 21-49% / Regular Travel.
• This position may require travel to remote overseas locations for extended periods of time.

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

Preference will be given to qualified Native Americans and spouses in all phases of employment.

CeLeen is committed to equal employment opportunity based 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 accordance with EO 14173 and Federal Employment Laws:
Equal Employment Opportunity and Employee Polygraph Protection Act.

• Bachelor’s degree with 8 years experience in SOF or prior (E8+, CW4+) with 10 years experience working in SOF.
• Current, active Top Secret security clearance with the ability to obtain SCI eligibility.
• Experience in SOF Air capabilities, limitations, SOF Air Force applications (i.e. SOLE, CJSOAC).
• JSOTF/TSOC level 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/CCMD 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, CCMDs, Services, Interagency.
• Excellent presentation, communication and organization skills; proven skills in formal classroom delivery.
• Professional proficiency in English is required.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to qualify for and maintain CeLeen liability insurance through a clean driving record.
• Ability to access federal facilities in compliance with Real .
• 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.

• Current, active TS/SCI security clearance.
• Familiar/access to Theater OPLANs/CONPLANs.
• Experience employing Partner Forces in exercises.
• Knowledge of CONOP approval process.
• Ability to support Joint Event Life Cycle requirements (Attend Planning conferences, MSEL scripting, White Cell staffing).
• Preferred 2 years’ experience as a platform instructor in a Professional Military Education/training environment.

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

Mid-Senior level

Full‑time

Human Resources

Business Consulting and Services