DTT Protection Subject Matter Expert (SME)

SUMMARY        

Supports the Army National Guard (ARNG) Mission Command Training Support Program (MCTSP). Doctrinal Training Team (DTT) SMEs support ARNG unit commanders and staff, from battalion through division, by providing doctrinal workshops, over-the-shoulder training, and coaching during individual and collective events at unit-designated training sites. Responsible for collective training to include participation in exercise design, planning, preparation, execution, and assessment activities. Assists in the development of scenarios, script writing, tactical orders, and other supporting JELC products.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for planning and delivering all sixteen of the Protection Warfighting Functions (WFF) tasks for Brigade to Division levels in support of the training audience during live, virtual, constructive, and gaming collective training.
• Develops scheme of maneuver support and protection products in addition to producing Operations Order (OPORD) essential elements of friendly information, CAL, DAL, ANNEX E (Protection) and ANNEX G (Engineer) products to facilitate training.
• Compiles data and inputs from multiple sources to enhance SME support and training.
• Provides SME support in the determination of risk and vulnerability assessment processes for ARNG at the organizational level. Trains Protection staff to develop mitigating solutions for identified threats and advocate implementation of DoD programs and objectives.
• Acts as an advisor, trainer, and SME for Brigade through Division units during planning through execution to include After Action Review (AAR) of MCTSP supported collective events.
• Plans, coordinates, prepares, and conducts FTXs, CPXs, STAFFEXs, Fires EXs, LOGEXs, Digital COMMEXs, Military Decision-Making Process (MDMP) workshops, Command Post (CP) proficiency training and other supporting events associated with these events.
• Plans for and executes doctrinally current STAFFEXs for ARNG Division to Battalions to provide commanders and staffs the opportunity to develop and apply warfighting skills using the framework of the MDMP.
• Develops doctrinally current training materials including higher command operations orders, reports, briefings and leads requested workshops.
• Coaches, teaches, and trains units over-the-shoulder during the conduct of exercises to assist the commander in achieving their training objectives.
• Plans for and executes constructive events in coordination with other elements of the MCTSP for ARNG units, to provide commanders and staffs the opportunity to exercise operations orders developed in STAFFEXs.
• Provides honest and relevant on-site feedback to unit commanders and appropriate staff members in the form of informal discussions.
• Prepares or provides input into the Final Exercise Report (FER) that addresses the planning, preparation, and execution of each fully executed DTT event.
• Develops theater-specific scripting of master scenario events list (MSEL), or simulation control injects that are integrated with and support training exercises, and constructive staff training in a live-virtual-constructive environment.  May serve in HICOM role during exercises. 
• Conducts in-depth research on evolving 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 in an overall storyboard for the event.
• Responsible for synchronizing MTC training assets prior to and during collective events.
• Analyzes progress and develops necessary recovery plans and/or alternatives.
• Ensures adherence to company and site policies, practices and procedures.
• Safeguards and maintains company and Government furnished equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Coordinates required safety information through direct coordination with government leadership.
• Ensures compliance with Government and contract guidelines, regulations, policies, and standards.
• Reports directly to the DTT Lead.
• Maintains regular and punctual attendance.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

None.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree required, Master's degree preferred.
• 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 the WFF at Battalion or higher.
• At least six (6) years’ combined staff experience within the WFF or eight (8) years’ 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 within WFF area Army Command and Control Information Systems.
• Proficient in current Army Protection (MP, Chemical, ADA, Engineer) doctrine and processes, and able to identify new and emerging Army and Joint Protection doctrine.
• Familiar and capable of providing risk management and development of protection priorities through critical and defended assets list over-the-should support for Protection cells and the following C2 Information Systems: AMDWS, CPOF, CPCE.
• Capable of replicating the functions of higher HQs within the Protection WFF to Battalion through Division training audiences (Protection WGs and HICOM products to drive training).
• 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 Battalion or higher commander preferred (or similar). 
• 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 assignments or projects.

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

Work is expected to be remote; however, the company reserves the right to require onsite work.

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: $55,868.80 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).