What are the responsibilities and job description for the USSOCOM J3-I Task Lead and Senior International SOF Support SME position at Vistra Communications?
Description
USSOCOM J3 International (J3I) is seeking a highly skilled and proactive Task Lead and Senior International SOF Support SME. This position you will be a full-time member of the J3 I you will perform day-to-day management and administration of project tasks; develop detailed work plans and schedules in support of the J3-I mission and objectives. You will provide advice, insights, and experience concerning international SOF support to all elements of the J3-I.
Key Responsibilities
· Assist and advise J3-I leadership in the management of the overall J3-I program of work to meet Commander USSOCOM objectives and priorities.
· Participate and facilitate J3-I strategic planning.
· Support the functional SMEs in maintaining timely / accurate global awareness and assisting in the integration of Partner Nation (PN) SOF capabilities and organization into plans, operations, crisis response to critical events, and capability development and readiness events across SOF Enterprise.
· Develop measures of performance and measures of success for J3-I.
· When required, mentor international SOF officers and senior Non-Commissioned Officers (NCOs) on USSOCOM, its components, operational headquarters, and SOF culture.
· Perform close-out and escort duties as part of the Division’s Security Procedure.
Requirements
· TS clearance eligible for SCI
· Senior (O5 or above) Army Special Forces officer with 15 years combined experience in operations and PN development at O6-command, TSOC, or NATO SOF HQ level.
· Master’s degree in international relations or related field
· Graduate of School of Advanced Military Studies (SAMS) or equivalent military planning course.
· 1-year recent (last 5 years) combat/operational experience as part of combine joint special operations task force or TSOC staff
· Minimum 1 year of experience working with coalition SOF partners
· Joint Professional Military Education Level II or equivalent graduate.
Preferred Qualifications
· Previously served at USSOCOM HQ and familiar with USSOCOM Staff functions.
About Vistra: Vistra Communications, doing business as Vistra and Vistra Federal Solutions, is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) headquartered in Tampa, FL with an office in Alexandria, VA providing professional support serviced to Defense, Federal, and Civilian Agencies. Approximately 25% of our “team member” employees work in the National Capital Region, providing communications, outreach, and organizational transformation services to our public sector customers. Vistra provides medical, dental, and vision benefits, life and disability insurance, employer matching 401(k) retirement plan, Paid Time Off, Parental and Bereavement Leave, and Professional Development, among other benefits.
US Citizenship Required: Due to the requirements of the federal contract that this position supports, U.S. citizenship is required. Citizenship will be confirmed via I-9/E-Verify at the start of employment.