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Observer Controller/Trainer - Instructor (OC/T-I)

CeLeen, an operating firm of Command Holdings, is seeking an Observer Controller/Trainer – Instructor (OC/T-I) to support the National Guard Bureau (NGB) and the Army Interagency Training and Education Center (AITEC). The OC/T-I is responsible for the development, synchronization, conduct, and control of AITEC exercises and training courses.

Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

Work as part of an exercise planning team to design, develop and execute AITEC exercises.
Liaise with the supported unit to determine training needs and provide detailed written reports articulating training event and exercise requirements. Provide progress reports to the Government during the planning phase and participate in planning meetings as required.
Conduct real-time intelligence research on current WMD threats and develop Course Plans-of-Instruction (POI), event scenarios, incident descriptions, Master Scenario Events Lists (MSEL), and evaluation criteria in-line with the unique requirements of each supported organization.
Design, develop, and configure exercise props and other training aids to tailor exercise scenarios to satisfy specific or non-standard user requirements.
Develop Training Plans (TP) and Plans of Instruction (POI), and evaluation criteria for the supported unit based on the unique requirements that will lead to a successful training event / exercise. Training events and exercises shall be in accordance with the concept of operations consistent with the training objectives of the supported organizations.
Serve as a Technical Subject Matter Expert and provide support of operations at a variety of training events and exercises on required subjects within the scope of training.
Facilitate After Action Reviews (AAR) with the supported organization and prepare and distribute After Action Review Reports (AARRs) to the supported organization following all training and evaluation events. Complete a written evaluation of student/organization performance IAW Training and Doctrine Command (TRADOC) regulatory guidance.
Develop a Post Exercise Critique (PEC) for completion by the supported organization.
Develop and/or revise Plans of Instruction (POIs) for the AITEC training curriculum.
Objectively observe, control, and train the exercise training audience.
Coordinate with external agencies for research support and curriculum development such as other National Guard units; Federal, State, and local agencies; the National Guard Bureau, and other Department of Defense agencies.
Participate in planning conferences with the Government as needed to meet mission planning requirements.
Perform other related duties related to the work described.

Work Environment:

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 remote and rural environments.

Physical Demands:

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.

Travel:

21-49% / Regular Travel.

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

Pursuant to PL 93-638, as amended, preference will be given to qualified Native Americans and spouses in all phases of employment.

At CeLeen, our employees are the embodiment of our success as a firm. Our team is comprised of a tenacious group of professionals located across the globe. It includes military veterans and spouses of active duty troops, former federal employees, policy experts, academics, attorneys, and technical and business experts, all of whom share a strong work ethic and the skills to succeed in both collaborative and independent environments. CeLeen is invested in the long-term success of both our clients and colleagues for the right reasons. Our dedication to putting good government into practice is underpinned by a merit-based culture that measures success by productivity and credibility.

CeLeen will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants who are unable to utilize our online application system due to a disability. Please send your request to the Human Resources Team.

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.

CeLeen's Affirmative Action Program is available to any employee or applicant for employment for inspection upon request, to the extent required by federal regulations. The Affirmative Action Program can be accessed during normal business hours by making an appointment with the Human Resources Team.

Basic Qualifications

Associate's degree //OR// 2 years relevant experience.
Ability to pass a federal background investigation including fingerprinting.
At least two years of experience/familiarity with training and exercise development, the US Chemical Response Environment (CRE), and or CBRN disaster and response procedures and techniques.
Experience in one or more of the following:

Common OC/T-I duties
Defense Support to Civil Authorities (DSCA) operations
Disaster response planning and operations
Hazardous materials (HAZMAT) and/or chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear (CBRN) effects operation
Consequence management (CM) operations
National Incident Management System (NIMS)
Incident Command System (ICS)

Professional proficiency in English is required.
Excellent presentation, communication and organization skills
Outstanding communication skills, influencing abilities, and client focus.
Demonstrated proficiency in using all Microsoft Office applications.
Ability to pass a federal background investigation including fingerprinting.
Valid driver’s license (proof of which will be required after hire) and ability to qualify for and maintain CeLeen liability insurance through a clean driving record.
Ability to access federal facilities in compliance with Real ID. More information about Real ID can be found here: https://www.dhs.gov/real-id/about-real-id and at https://www.tsa.gov/travel/security-screening/identification.
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.

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor's degree.
SME-level experience in any of the following areas:

Installation protection and security
Command post operations
Disaster response planning and operations
Hazardous materials (HAZMAT) and/or chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear (CBRN) effects and handling
Consequence management (CM) operations
Incident Command System (ICS)
Defense Support to Civil Authorities (DSCA) operations
First responder operations (Law Enforcement, Firefighter, Emergency Medical Services, etc.)
Public health
Emergency management (EM)
Exercise planning, design, development, and execution