Staff Duty Watch Officer

V2X Inc

22d ago

Job
Full-time
Senior Level
Government & Politics
Logistics
Washington

AI generated summary

You need a bachelor's degree (or equivalent experience), 5+ years in military/intelligence, active TS/SCI clearance, strong communication, leadership skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office.
You will manage situational reports, coordinate crisis response teams, support communication operations, monitor security, and ensure readiness of facilities while maintaining collaborative relationships.

Requirements

Education:
Bachelor's degree in any field; high school vocational school, or trade school diploma, or a GED equivalent and five (5) years' work experience in a similar field may be substituted for degree requirement
Experience:
Five (5) plus years of U.S. Military, Intelligence Community (IC), or Other DoD Agency (ODA) experience.
A minimum of 5 years of watch officer or equivalent experience performing operations center services.
Be eligible for personnel clearance crossover.
Microsoft Windows and Office Suite encompassing Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Project, Access, Teams, and SharePoint
Travel:
Five percent travel or more as Client directed.
Clearance:
Must have an current, adjudicated, and active TS/SCI security clearance with CI Poly.
Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
Knowledge:
IC, DoD, ODA, CCMD, and Federal Government organizational structure.
IC, DoD, ODA, and Federal Government regulations and standards.
Interagency Concepts and principles, DoD military command and control operations, geographical areas of responsibility as pertains to the geographical Combatant Commands, air, land, and maritime combat operations at both strategic and operational levels.
Staff planning, execution, and monitoring of Joint military operations at the operational through strategic levels
Skills:
Written and oral communication skills, especially ability to brief senior officials.
Strong multi-tasker with the ability to manage time and priorities
Strong leadership, project management, team building and presentation skills
Work proficiently in Microsoft Office applications (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, etc.)
Abilities:
Brief Client senior leadership on operational matters
Prioritize, and problem solve effectively.
Manage, review and analyze quality reports.
Remain alert at all times
Manage and ensure the successful completion of multiple tasks independently, successively, or simultaneously.
Mentor junior staff.
Think critically and outside the box
Develop concepts of operation, create process flow diagrams, author standard operating procedures, and develop program plans encompassing assumptions, limitations, interfaces, responsibilities, and specific requirements of the program elements
Certifications:
Must have Valid U.S. Driver's and be able to obtain an International Driver's License
Must have a valid U.S. Passport
Be able to acquire and meet US Central Command Medical Screening qualifications, if Client directed
Supervisory/Budget Responsibilities:
Lead, manage, and supervise a multifunctional team
Serve as team lead on single or multiple projects

Responsibilities

Perform on a five-week rotational schedule shift.
Provide overall situation report (SITREP) of Other Defense Agency (ODA) equities to multiple members of the IC.
Facilitate the establishment and actions of Situation Response Teams (SRT) during crisis or contingency to support the uninterrupted continuity of ODA's critical Mission Essential Functions (MEFs) as directed.
Maintain a collaborative relationship with the IC, Combatant Command and Service Intelligence centers.
Serve as a member of a 24/7 Communications Support Center for families of ODA personnel deployed worldwide.
Collaborate and incorporate "best practices" to improve ODA's ability to seamlessly transition during crisis events supporting Continuity of Operations Plans (COOP) and MEFs.
Update MSOC pass down log comprised of all actions executed on shift and guidance passed down from the ODA leadership.
Maintain collaborative liaison with Combatant Commands, ODA, and IC entities or affiliates.
Perform a full range of administrative support services.
Monitor operational and administrative issues.
Gather and disseminate information from intelligence, operations, and open sources as they affect Client personnel accountability, equipment, facilities and operations.
Compile operational information and maintain databases.
Complete special projects and additional tasks in response to emergent needs (i.e. situation reports, formal or informal briefings, database support, and various other taskings).
Ensure continuity of Operations Center communications platforms.
Facilitate continuous information sharing, knowledge management, communications, and reporting support within the MSOC.
Utilize multiple forms of communications systems (e.g. telephone, fax, radio, etc.).
Conduct alert notification of individuals and teams for the orderly transition to crisis team operations and processes, if required.
Monitor cameras and day-to-day activities.
Report security issues and maintain databases.
Provide escort and administrative support as needed.
Utilize emergency response team rosters and emergency notification tools.
Manage emergency response team rosters and emergency notification tools.
Draft daily and event-driven SITREPs concerning ODA capability and capacity to provide intelligence, including the execution of supporting contingency and continuity plans.
Recognize situational awareness indicators and execute judgment of potential impact on mission operations.
Develop clear and concise written products that require minimal revision.
Facilitate emergency communications.
Monitor facility infrastructure to ensure readiness for emergency conditions.
Work proficiently in Microsoft Office applications (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, etc.).

FAQs

What are the primary responsibilities of a Staff Duty Watch Officer?

The primary responsibilities include providing global mission critical operations center support, preparing and presenting daily briefings, maintaining situational awareness of ODA equities, and facilitating the establishment of Situation Response Teams during crises.

What is the shift schedule for this position?

The Staff Duty Watch Officer will perform on a five-week rotational schedule shift.

What qualifications are required for the Staff Duty Watch Officer position?

A Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience in a similar field, five or more years of military, Intelligence Community, or DoD Agency experience, and a current TS/SCI security clearance with CI Poly are required.

Is there travel involved in this job?

Yes, there is up to five percent travel or more as directed by the client.

What types of communications systems will the watch officer be expected to utilize?

The watch officer will utilize multiple forms of communication systems, including telephone, fax, and radio.

What skills are essential for this job?

Essential skills include strong written and oral communication, the ability to manage multiple tasks, leadership, project management, and proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

Will the watch officer be required to mentor junior staff?

Yes, mentoring junior staff is a responsibility of the Staff Duty Watch Officer.

What is the process for reporting security issues?

The Staff Duty Watch Officer will monitor cameras and day-to-day activities, report security issues, and maintain databases related to security incidents.

Are there specific certifications required for this position?

Yes, a valid U.S. driver's license, a valid U.S. passport, and the ability to meet medical screening qualifications may be required.

What level of experience is needed in a watch officer role?

A minimum of five years of watch officer or equivalent experience performing operations center services is required.

V2X Inc

Manufacturing & Electronics

Industry

10,001+

Employees

Mission & Purpose

V2X is a leading provider of critical mission solutions and support to defense clients globally, formed by the 2022 Merger of Vectrus and Vertex to build on more than 120 combined years of successful mission support. We deliver a comprehensive suite of integrated solutions across the operations and logistics, aerospace, training, and technology markets to national security, defense, civilian and international clients. Our global team of approximately 14,000 employees brings innovation to every point in the mission lifecycle, from preparation, to operations, to sustainment, as it tackles the most complex challenges with agility, grit, and dedication.