Mission Command SME

Carlisle, PA

Full Time

Department of Defense (DoD)

Senior Manager/Supervisor

ROLE
We are seeking an experienced Mission Command SME (Subject Matter Expert) to support the U.S. Army War College (USAWC) at Carlisle, Pennsylvania. In this role, you will enhance senior leader education by integrating Mission Command into courses, research, and strategic engagements, ensuring its principles are embedded across the College’s curriculum and activities.

This is a full-time opportunity in which we'll provide competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and job stability and security.

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RESPONSIBILITIES
I. Academic Support

Complete course synopses and syllabi for Mission Command electives
Propose topics and recommend lesson outcomes, readings, and materials
Create outlines of instruction and develop course modules and presentations
Invite guest speakers and prepare required documentation
Promote electives and attend the Elective Fair
Enter course and student information into learning management systems
Compile student rosters and communicate schedules and requirements
Present lessons in person or virtually and facilitate discussion
Grade participation, oral presentations, and written assignments
Submit post-course reports with observations and recommended changes
Develop and deliver USAWC lessons across core, elective, and seminar programs
Recommend lesson outcomes and supporting readings, media, or materials
Facilitate classroom dialogue and respond to student questions

II. Research Support

Propose and refine research topics on Mission Command and strategic issues
Submit research plans, conduct research, and coordinate researcher activities
Edit and deliver final research products for publishing
Submit required documentation for research deliverables

III. Symposia Attendance

Propose and justify participation in approved symposia
Attend and present at conferences, workshops, or wargames
Submit post-symposium reports and required documentation

IV. Project Support

Provide subject matter expertise and administrative support for USAWC projects
Assist in developing plans, programs, policies, and strategies
Support event execution and facilitate group discussions
Deliver post-event reports within required timelines

V. Faculty Training

Attend USAWC faculty development and training sessions

VI. Meetings

Participate in initial meetings with Government representatives
Submit annual plans and brief schedules of task accomplishment
Attend recurring weekly meetings to review tasks, deliverables, and status updates

VII. Monthly Report

Provide monthly reports summarizing activities and planned tasks

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES

Basic computer skills to include, but not limited to, Microsoft Office
Basic writing and editing skills
Ability to search/create folders
Knowledge of computer terminology

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

Minimum of two (2) years of experience as a faculty instructor at an accredited graduate degree-granting institution developing and teaching graduate-level courses (e.g. Army Command and General Staff College, Marine Corps Command and Staff College, or equivalent)
Minimum of three (3) years of experience as a senior leader (O-5 or equivalent)
Minimum of three (3) years of experience in applying the principles of mission command in staff positions in senior military or civilian organizations

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

Minimum of two (2) years of experience at a Senior-Level College (or equivalent) developing and teaching graduate level courses
Minimum of three (3) years of experience as a senior leader (O-6 or equivalent)
Experience in both leadership and staff roles, as well as having served as a commander at the O-5 level or above (or equivalent) highly preferred

EDUCATION

Master’s degree in a discipline related to strategic mission command (e.g., Strategic Studies, Leadership, Military Arts and Science, Strategic Systems) required
Master’s degree from a Senior-Level College (e.g., US Army War College, USMC War College, Naval War College, Air War College, National War College) preferred
PhD from an accredited graduate degree-granting institution in military or organizational issues or a national security-related discipline highly preferred

LOCATION

Carlisle, PA 17013

TELEWORK

May be eligible for telework

CLEARANCE

U.S. citizenship is required as it supports the U.S. federal government
Active or Interim Secret clearance required

CLIENT

Department of Defense

TRAVEL

Travel may be required

WORK HOURS

40 hours per week
Primarily Monday–Friday 0700–1700
Occasional weekend hours required during courses

EMPLOYMENT CLASSIFICATION

Employment Classification Eligibility — Exempt

RELOCATION

Not eligible for relocation benefits

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