Senior Joint Operation Planning and Execution System (JOPES) Specialist

Description

• Provide analysis and recommendations to improve command control procedures and processes
• Provide technical advice and assistance to internal and external functional elements related to movement requirements and planning
• Oversee and execute deployment, redeployment, and rotation of forces, ensuring all movement requirements are accurately documented in JOPES
• Participate as a member of joint planning groups and operational planning teams supporting crisis operations
• Maintain detailed working knowledge of JOPES databases, supporting systems, command roles, policies, and communication protocols
• Serve as the subject-matter expert and civilian authority for automated planning and deployment execution systems.
• Assess requirements for and participate in the development of computer programs and tools to meet user needs.
• Evaluate the impact of emerging technology on current and future planning systems; serve as SME for next-generation global command and control systems (GCCS) and JOPES upgrades
• Extract and analyze information from global force management systems and manage rotational and emergent requirements within JOPES

Requirements

• Marine Air-Ground Task Force (MAGTF) experience
• Strong understanding of DoD contingency and crisis action planning processes and policies.
• Ability to engage in and follow audible communications in emergency situations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience providing technical advice and assistance to cross-functional teams
• Experience with process improvement initiatives in a military or government environment
• Advanced degree (Master’s or higher) in logistics, operations, information systems, or related field
• Knowledge of rotational and emergent requirements management in JOPES
• Experience with global force management (GFM) systems.
• Experience supporting joint or component command operations
• Ability to perform repetitive motions with the hands, wrists, and fingers.
• Familiarity with next-generation global command and control systems (GCCS)
• Prior experience developing or assessing computer programs for planning system applications
• Ability to work effectively within joint planning groups and operational planning teams.
• Ability to sit for prolonged periods at a desk and working on a computer.
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in military operations planning, deployment/redeployment coordination, or related roles.
• Ability to analyze and document deployment plans and movement requirements.
• Experience with systems testing and fielding in DoD environments
• Bachelor’s degree in logistics, operations, information systems, or a related field.
• Demonstrated expertise in using and managing the Joint Operation Planning and Execution System (JOPES).
• Proficiency in database management and automated data processing (ADP) specifications.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance