Operations Planner

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Overview

The G3 Operations Planner provides essential operational analysis and administrative support to the USARCENT G3/5/7 Operations Directorate. This includes direct support to the Deputy G3 (DG3) and G3 Sergeant Major (SGM). The role focuses on the collection, analysis, and dissemination of operational information; creation of GO-level staff products; and expert management of the Defense Travel System (DTS). This is a 100% on-site position located at Shaw AFB, SC. Contract Start: 30 March 2026.

Key Responsibilities

· Daily Close-out Notes

· G3/5/7 Weekly Situation Report (SITREP)

· G3/5/7 Weekly Highlights to the Chief of Staff (CoS)

· Agendas and talking points for the CENTCOM DJ3 / USARCENT G3/5/7 SVTC

· Agendas and talking points for the CENTCOM J3/J2 and Components SVTC

· Management and execution of the weekly GO-level G-3/5/7 Directorate Synchronization meeting

· Level 5 DTS reviewer of authorizations and vouchers

· Manages the G3/5/7 budget and attends G8 meetings as required

· Develop Spend plans ICW all G3/5/7 directorates

· Synchronize ARCENT DTS 5Ws via the CoS TDY 5Ws APP

· Calendar synchronization

· Familiarity with MS Team NIPR and SIPR

· Other written products as directed

Required Qualifications

· Must possess and maintain an active SECRET clearance

Preferred

· Prior USARCENT / CENTCOM / ASCC staff experience or equivalent operational-level experience.

· Experience working in joint/interagency/multinational environments.

· Ability to operate in high-tempo environments.

Pay: $1.00 - $10.00 per year

Work Location: In person