Senior Academic Instructor

GovCIO is currently hiring a Senior Academic Instructor to provide the Joint Special Operations University (JSOU) with educational and research support services emphasizing SOF force management, campaigning, and warfighting studies. This is an on-site position located in Tampa, FL.

The Senior Academic Instructor will provide comprehensive expertise in instruction, curriculum development, research, and scholarly contributions to advance JSOU’s mission. Key responsibilities include:

• Delivering research-driven curriculum and classroom instruction for USSOCOM and TSOC courses (up to TS/SCI), including advanced programs on SOF force management, campaigning, and warfighting.
• Teaching senior leaders across HQ USSOCOM, TSOCs, and SOJTF/JSOTF staffs through lectures, seminars, and workshops on topics such as SOF Strategy & Concept Development, SOF Design & Development Process, Capability Development & Assessments, SOF Readiness Reporting, Campaign Plan for Global Special Operations (CP-CSO), Global SOF Synchronization (GSOS), the Joint Planning Process (JPP), Operational Art & Design, and Warfighting Functions, Authorities & Permissions, Center of Gravity analysis, and Risk Management.
• Facilitating the integration of policy, strategy, and operational art to achieve sustainable strategic outcomes in complex environments while updating all assigned lessons and courseware in accordance with JSOU academic standards.
• Promoting and conducting joint SOF research and publishing scholarly work at operational and strategic levels, including contributions to Commander-directed classified projects (TS/SCI, ACCM).
• Supporting USSOCOM’s formalized research program by collaborating with PME institutions, academic organizations, and international research centers; drafting and executing the annual JSOU Research Plan; and publishing at least one major research project (monograph) or two smaller projects annually.
• Providing outreach by teaching at senior PME institutions, contributing to symposia and war games, and transferring knowledge through collaboration with DoD, interagency, and academic communities.
• Advancing the professional body of knowledge through active participation in conferences, symposia, and publishing, while ensuring instruction and assessments meet JSOU’s institutional effectiveness standards.
• Supporting governance processes, curriculum reviews, and workshops to maintain alignment with JSOU’s academic and accreditation requirements

Required Skills and Experience:

• Clearance Required: Active Top Secret
• SCI eligibility required
• Master’s Degree with 10+ years of relevant experience in Political Science, International Affairs/Relations, History/Military History, Cultural and Regional Studies, Strategy, Information/Influence Operations, or other related field.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience within the SOF or interagency community.
• At least 3 years of post-secondary instructor experience or have graduated from a Faculty Development Course recognized by the JSOU Academic Dean.
• Demonstrated expertise in SOF force management systems (PPBE, JCIDS, DAS, GFM) and application to joint/coalition operations.
• Familiarity with HQ USSOCOM processes, battle rhythm, and interagency coordination (ASD-SOLIC, JIATF NCR, Joint Staff).

Preferred:

• Doctorate/PhD in Political Science, International Affairs/Relations, History/Military History, Cultural and Regional Studies, Strategy, or Information/Influence Operations.
• Experience in curriculum design at PME institutions or senior leader education programs.
• At least 5 years of research and a proven publication record, conference presentations in SOF-related academic or professional fields.

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But we can't do it alone. We need great people to help us do great things - for our customers, our culture, and our ability to attract other great people. We are changing the face of government IT and building a workforce that fuels this mission. Are you ready to be a transformer?

What You Can Expect

Interview & Hiring Process

If you are selected to move forward through the process, here’s what you can expect:

• During the Interview Process
• Virtual video interview conducted via video with the hiring manager and/or team
• Camera must be on
• A valid photo ID must be presented during each interview

• During the Hiring Process
• Enhanced Biometrics ID verification screening
• Background check, to include:
• Criminal history (past 7 years)
• Verification of your highest level of education
• Verification of your employment history (past 7 years), based on information provided in your application

Employee Perks

At GovCIO, we consistently hear that meaningful work and a collaborative team environment are two of the top reasons our employees enjoy working here. In addition, our employees have access to a range of perks and benefits to support their personal and professional well-being, beyond the standard company offered health benefits, including:

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Corporate Discounts
• Learning & Development platform, to include certification preparation content
• Training, Education and Certification Assistance*
• Referral Bonus Program
• Internal Mobility Program
• Pet Insurance
• Flexible Work Environment

*Available to full-time employees

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Posted Pay Range

The posted pay range, if referenced, reflects the range expected for this position at the commencement of employment, however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, education, experience, and internal equity. The total compensation package for this position may also include other compensation elements, to be discussed during the hiring process. If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the GovCIO reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, GovCIO or individual department/team performance, and market factors.