Future Operations Planning Analyst

Job Description

Job Description

The Future Operations Planning Analyst provides direct support for deliberate and crisis action planning of MARCENT future operations in the CENTCOM AOR. This role develops operational concepts and contingency plans, assists staff in producing CONPLANs and OPLAN annexes, and integrates intelligence, logistics, and personnel considerations into planning efforts. The analyst coordinates planning with CENTCOM and joint forces to ensure alignment of MARCENT objectives with higher headquarters’ guidance. With 5–7 years of deliberate planning or DoD exercise planning experience, expert-level knowledge of the Marine Corps Planning Process, and its application in the Joint arena, the analyst supports and leads Operational Planning Teams, applies the Joint Staff Global Force Management Process, and advises on USMC capabilities and limitations in CENTCOM operations. By combining advanced planning expertise with operational awareness, the Future Operations Planning Analyst enhances MARCENT’s ability to prepare, synchronize, and execute future operations.

• THIS EMPLOYMENT IS CONTINGENT UPON CONTRACT AWARD

Responsibilities / Duties :

Supplemental Duties :

Administrative Duties :

Supervisory Responsibilities :

None.

Education / Experience / Qualification :

Additional Skills :

Location :

Primary workplace is MARCENT Headquarters, MacDill Air Force Base, Tampa, Florida.

Work Environment :

Office environment within a joint military / civilian / contractor staff. Includes participation in planning conferences and exercises.

Physical Demands :

Primarily sedentary office work with extensive computer use and planning documentation handling. May involve travel to planning conferences.

Work Schedule :

Full-time, 40 hours per week. Monday–Friday, 0800–1600.

May require flexibility during crisis action planning cycles.

License and Other Requirements :

Valid U.S. Driver’s License. Eligibility for issuance of a Common Access Card.

Salary and Benefits :

As stated during the hiring process.

Security Clearance :

TS / SCI clearance required.

Travel :

May include CONUS and OCONUS travel to support planning conferences and coordination with CENTCOM / joint forces.