DTT Lead Subject Matter Expert

SUMMARY        

Support the Army National Guard (ARNG) Mission Command Training Support Program (MCTSP). 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for a team of Digital Training Team (DTT) SMEs in various subject matter areas, including: M2, Intel, C2, Fires, Protection, and Sustainment, excluding the Warfighting Function (WFF) that the Lead represents.
• Support ARNG unit commanders and staff, from battalion through division, by providing doctrinal workshops, over-the-shoulder training, and coaching during individual and collective event support at unit-designated training sites.
• Serve as an SME within a specific WFF participating in exercise design, planning, preparation, execution, and assessment activities, and providing expertise in military Live, Virtual, Constructive, and Gaming (LVC-G) training methods and procedures, including simulations, stimulations, and other Mission Command Training enablers.
• Assist in the development of scenarios, script writing, tactical orders, and other supporting Joint Event Life Cycle (JELC) products.
• Provide support to Division and Battalion units for the WFF specialty during live, virtual, constructive, and gaming training. 
• Act as an advisor, trainer, and SME for division and below units during planning through execution to include After Action Review (AAR) of collective events.
• Responsible for coordinating the design of scenario-based exercises to support unit commander’s training objectives. 
• Coordinate specific scripting of master scenario events list (MSEL), storyboard, or simulation control injects that are integrated with and support training exercises, and constructive staff training in a live-virtual-constructive environment.
• Coach, teach, and train units during the conduct of STAFFEXs to assist the commander in achieving their training objectives.
• Plan for and execute constructive exercises in coordination with other elements of the MCTSP for ARNG units, to provide commanders and staff the opportunity to exercise operations orders developed during collective training events.
• Provide on-site honest and relevant feedback to unit Commanders and appropriate staff members in the form of informal discussions.
• Prepare or provide input into a Final Exercise Report (FER) that addresses the planning, preparation, and execution of DTT supported training events.
• Conduct in-depth research on doctrine, theater specific operations, lessons learned, and newly developed tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) used in the development of MSEL, or simulation control injects that accurately replicate the operational environment that the training is designed for. Must determine the appropriate exercise inject methods and entry point.
• Ensure unit leadership understands Mission Training Complex (MTC) capabilities regarding operations, training, technical support, simulations, and distribution methodologies.
• May have to synchronize MCTSP training assets in the absence of OST/EST including generation of reports leading up to and during collective events.
• Responsible for administratively and operationally leading a team of skilled trainers and ensuring mission accomplishment to the highest of standards.
• Ensure delivery of reports.
• Ensure adherence to company and site policies, practices, and procedures.
• Safeguard and maintain company and Government furnished equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

None.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred.
• Must have served as a staff primary at the Brigade or Division level.
• Must have previous senior Army or ARNG leadership experience with a training management background and preferably Combat Training Center (CTC) experience.
• Primary staff experience in command and control at Battalion or higher.
• At least six (6) years of combined staff experience within a specific WFF, or eight (8) years of specialized MCTSP experience in this type of duty position. Recent experience working within the Army National Guard training support system, or a similar system.
• Two (2) or more years working with Army Command and Control Information Systems.
• At least twelve (12) years of Military or DoD experience and at least five (5) years of experience in exercise planning using the JELC process.
• Proficient in current Army WFF doctrine and processes and able to identify new and emerging Army and Joint doctrine.
• Capable of replicating the functions of higher HQs within WFF to Battalion through Division training audiences.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance (generally, U.S. Citizenship required).
• Must obtain and maintain any necessary security access and/or background checks.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS

• Previous experience as a Battalion-level or higher commander preferred.
• Completion of the Command and General Staff College or equivalent level military schooling preferred.

WORK SCHEDULE 

Full-time. May be required to work additional hours as needed to complete assignment or project.

TRAVEL

The expected travel time is less than 75%.

DRIVING REQUIREMENTS

Must have or be able to attain a valid state driver’s license and be insurable on the company’s automobile insurance policy. Driving, with or without accommodation, may be required when traveling for training and/or short occasional amounts of local driving.  The expected driving time is less than 75%. 

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Office environment, occasionally outdoors.  Occasional exposure to natural conditions existing at different locations around the US.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS     

Position consists of sitting for short periods of time, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, lifting, and carrying boxes, pouches and bags weighing up to 20 pounds. Frequently uses hands/fingers for handling and working with small objects. It is Katmai’s philosophy and practice to provide reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS PACKAGE

• Pay range: $64,500 per year.
• Eligible Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & AD&D Insurance, Long-Term & Short-Term Disability Insurance, 401(k) Savings Plan, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Paid Time Off (PTO), 11 Paid Federal Holidays, and Leave of Absence.

Compliance:

To be considered for this position, all applicants must apply on the company website,  https://katmaicorp.com/life-at-katmai/

We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, marital status, familial status or any other characteristic protected by law. https://katmaicorp.com/life-at-katmai/#equal_opportunity Preference will be given to Ouzinkie Shareholders, Descendants of Shareholders and Spouses of Shareholders in accordance with Title 43 U.S. Code 1626(g) and Title 42 U.S. Code 2000e - 2(i).