USPACOM AOR Planner (5822)

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Assist in the development of Theater SOCOMs (TSOC)-level OPLANs and CONPLANs
• Coordinate with SOCPAC Directorates on all OPLAN and CONPLAN plan objectives and tasks
• Coordinate and collaborate with USPACOM, USPACOM service components, USSOCOM, U.S. Forces Korea (USFK), U.S. Forces Japan (USFJ) and Special Operations Command Korea (SOCKOR) for SOF supporting requirements to inform SOCPAC's supporting plans
• Contribute SOF-expertise into to SOCPAC's Commander's Estimates, SOCPAC's strategy, CSP, Country Action Plans, and all SOCPAC supporting plans to GCC's OPLANs and CONPLANs
• Based on OPLAN and CONPLAN knowledge, contribute to and inform the development and maintenance of the Time-phased force-flow deployment data (TPFDD) for applicable OPLANs
• Contribute subject matter expertise to sub-campaign plans for SOCPAC's CSP
• Contribute subject matter expertise to the development of SOCPAC's Country Action Plans, Intermediate Objectives, and Mission Guidance Letters for SOCPAC's Components' execution of operations, activities, and investments (OAIs)
• Participate in OPLAN and CONPLAN-related war games, joint Planning Groups (JPGs), crisis action planning teams, exercises, conferences, and other efforts, as required
• Prepare briefing slides, information papers, talking points and other relevant documentation for SOCPAC KLE with ranking US and foreign military, civilian, and diplomatic distinguished visitors, and ranking leaders
• CONUS and OCONUS travel may be required

Required Skills & Experience

• Clearance Required: TS/SCI
• Bachelor's or master's Degree in any relevant field
• 10+ years' experience supporting tactical to strategic planning for the Department of War
• Four (4) years of experience planning special operations at the tactical and operational levels
• Two (2) years of consecutive experience in development of an GCC or sub-unified operational level OPLAN or CONPLAN using the Joint Planning Process (JPP)
• Two (2) years staff experience at the TSOC level or above
• Completion of a service field grade officer Professional Military Education (PME) (i.e., Command and Staff, etc.)
• Two (2) to five (5) years' experience in dealing with FO/GO/SES level officials

Desired Qualifications

• Advanced military education (Command and Staff College, War College, or equivalent)
• Experience working directly in the Indo-Pacific region
• Familiarity with SOCPAC organizational structure and mission sets
• Previous experience with Joint Staff or USSOCOM planning initiatives
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with demonstrated ability to brief senior leaders
• SAMS or JAWS graduate

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Pay and benefits

The SMX salary determination process takes into account a number of factors, including but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories, relevant prior work experience, specific skills, education and certifications. At SMX, one of our Core Values is to Invest in Our People so we offer a competitive mix of compensation, learning & development opportunities, and benefits. Some key components of our robust benefits include health insurance, paid leave, and retirement.

The proposed salary for this position is: $120,000 - $155,000 USD

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SMX is an Equal Opportunity employer including disabilities and veterans.

Selected applicant may be subject to a background investigation and/or education verification.

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