Job Description

GCC is seeking qualified candidates to deliver education, training, planning, advising, research, and wargame facilitation services across various knowledge domains. These domains encompass wargaming, threat capabilities, joint warfighting, multimedia, and information technology services for the Marine Corps University (MCU).

Essential Duties

• The Wargaming SME shall possess the capability to provide expert instruction on wargaming theory, educational wargaming techniques, and on wargame facilitation.
• The SME shall have the ability to both develop curriculum and instruct training-related tasks.
• In order to mentor Marines, Sailors, other service members, Interagency, and International Military Officers or create, revise, and update these materials, the Wargaming SME requires a foundational knowledge of wargaming concepts and associated skills.
• The Wargaming SME shall possess the capability to participate in or conduct wargaming program assessments or assessment activities.
• The candidate shall possess the capability to deliver periods of instruction using MCU’s Wargaming training program curriculum, supplemental materials, and products.
• The Wargaming SME shall provide training curriculum development and maintenance services for Faculty Development (FACDEV) on Wargaming and Wargame Facilitation.
• The Wargaming SME shall provide training curriculum development and maintenance services for participant training in various Tabletop Wargames.
• The Wargaming SME shall provide training curriculum development and maintenance services for participant training in various Computer Wargames.
• Content development and delivery may involve the creation of new material or the revision and updating of existing material.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education

• Wargaming SMEs shall, at a minimum, possess a Bachelor’s degree.
• A Master’s degree in Strategic Studies, Military Studies, National Security, International Relations, or other related field is preferred.
• A Marine Corps background that includes resident or non-resident PME courses at an intermediate-level school (ILS) (Command & Staff College equivalent) is preferred but not required.

Experience

The Wargaming SME shall possess significant first-hand experience in playing and facilitating a combination of traditional board wargames and computer wargames.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Able to read, write, and communicate effectively in English
• Able to design and write clear communications and present training programs.
• Proficient in computer applications such as Windows and MS Office
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent organizational, planning, and prioritization skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills

Additional Information

• Ability to obtain or have a security clearance.
• Required to sit for extended periods of time and maintain focus.
• Be able to lift 15 pounds.
• Travel in the local area during the workday (including the use of a personal vehicle).
• Anticipated Date of Availability: Immediately
• Required to perform work in connection with a covered contract and, therefore, must comply with Safer Federal Workforce standards

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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