Operational Liaison – Joint Training Exercise and Evaluation Program (JTEEP) (Financial Support)

***This position is contingent upon task order award***

Job Description

The JTEEP Operational Liaison – Financial Support provides operational coordination and exercise integration support to the Marine Corps Training and Education Command (TECOM) Joint Training Exercise and Evaluation Program (JTEEP). The incumbent works in coordination with the Joint Staff J7 (VDJS J7) in Suffolk, VA to support planning, integration, and execution of joint training enablers into Service Level Training Exercise Program (SLTE-P) events.

This position serves as the on-site liaison between TECOM, Marine Forces, and VDJS J7, ensuring alignment of exercise requirements, joint training support, and operational coordination across stakeholders.

The role provides limited financial support related to Service Incremental Funds (SIF), focused on tracking execution status, maintaining visibility, and supporting coordination activities rather than budget formulation or financial analysis.

Essential Duties

Operational Coordination & Liaison Support

• Serve as the primary on-site liaison between TECOM and Joint Staff J7 (VDJS J7).
• Facilitate coordination between TECOM, Marine Forces, and VDJS J7 regarding JTEEP execution activities.
• Participate in working groups, planning sessions, and coordination forums supporting joint training execution.
• Track and communicate operational requirements, action items, and execution updates.
• Provide on-site representation for JTEEP coordination at VDJS J7 Suffolk.

Exercise Integration Support

• Coordinate integration of joint training enablers into SLTE-P exercises and events.
• Support alignment of training objectives with exercise planning and execution cycles.
• Support synchronization of joint training requirements across Combatant Commands (CCMDs).
• Assist in development of coordination products and planning support materials.
• Provide timely updates on exercise planning status, coordination issues, and operational risks.

Financial Tracking & Visibility Support (Limited Scope)

• Assist in tracking Service Incremental Funds (SIF) execution activities.
• Provide visibility into funding execution status to support operational awareness.
• Assist in compiling financial execution data for reporting purposes; does not perform budget formulation or financial analysis.
• Support coordination between operational planners and financial stakeholders regarding funding impacts on exercise execution.

Systems & Reporting Support

• Maintain and update Joint Investment Database (JIDB) and CE2T2 Program Tracking Tool (JPTT).
• Ensure accurate entry of coordination data, task tracking, and execution updates.
• Support preparation of routine reports, coordination summaries, and status updates.

Additional Duties

• Support TECOM initiatives related to Joint Training and Integrated Campaigning, Service Joint Training, and Joint Training Enablers.
• Perform other duties as assigned in support of JTEEP requirements.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Completion of professional military education (Senior SNCO Academy, Command and Staff College, or Top Level School) preferred.

Experience

• Former Field Grade Officer or Senior SNCO preferred.
• Experience in joint training, exercise coordination, or operational planning desired.
• Exercise design experience preferred.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of Joint Training, Exercise, and Evaluation Program (JTEEP) or similar systems.
• Understanding of Joint Staff J7 training and exercise processes.
• Familiarity with Marine Corps and Combatant Command (CCMD) operations.
• Strong communication and coordination skills.
• Ability to work across multiple stakeholders in a fast-paced operational environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Additional Requirements

• Start date TBD. Awaiting task order award.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance.
• Approximately 5% travel required.
• Ability to work in an on-site or hybrid government environment.
• Ability to sit for extended coordination and planning periods.
• Local travel required, including use of personal vehicle.

Acknowledgment

I acknowledge that I have read this position description and understand the responsibilities of this position. I am able to perform the assigned duties with or without reasonable accommodation.