Operations Specialist II (Watchstander) As the Operations Specialist II (Watchstander) in a Navy Regional Operations Center, located in Silverdale, WA, you will support the monitoring, collection and sharing of all aspects of information and knowledge management using Command, Control, Communications, Computer and Intelligence (C4I) tools in the Operations Center. The requirements include maintaining 24/7 situational awareness and situational understanding in accordance with the Commander's Critical Information Requirements (CCIRs), Operation Reports (OPREPs), local directives, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). Position requires shift work (12 hours a day for seven days, then 7 days off) working periodic rotations for Night Shift.
Responsibilities:- Provide 24/7 situational awareness and situational understanding of activities of interest in the Region
- Prepare oral and written briefings and disseminate briefings
- Maintain and track status of equipment in ROCProvide immediate response to situations requiring immediate action or notification regarding ongoing activities in Region
- Support crisis action management in support of Region operations
- Screen, categorize and distribute incoming messages
- Control access into the Regional Operations Center
- Execute Continuity of Operations activities
- Prepare execute summaries and other reports as directed and required by policy and Standard Operating Procedures
- Receive and process information into situational awareness displays
- Provide all-hazards warnings
- Coordinate with core Protection Ashore capabilities including Fire and Emergency Services, Anti-Terrorism, and Emergency Management staffs
Qualifications:- AN ACTIVE DOD SECRET CLEARANCE IS REQUIRED TO BE CONSIDERED AN APPLICANT FOR THIS POSITIONKnowledge of DOD Title 10 responsibilities desired
- Knowledge of Navy/DOD organization, role of CNIC, and Navy/DOD mission
- Demonstrate the ability to analyze information and make recommendations under rapidly changing conditions
- Demonstrate the ability to articulate complex issues and resolutions both orally and verbally
- Ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team
- Outstanding organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to prioritize, meet deadlines and work under constant pressure
- Skills in applying complex fact-finding, analytical, and problem solving methods and techniques
- Skill in written and oral communications sufficient to prepare and present findings and recommendations to senior officials
- Ability to work multiple actions concurrently
- Must be a U.S. Citizen
- Education and/or Experience:
- High School diploma required, Bachelor's Degree desired
- Military Experience Preferred
- Five years DOD or DHS operations center environment experience recommended
Requirements/Abilities:- Experience using Navy Protection Ashore C4I Suite desired
- Must complete the following on-line courses before work start date:
- FEMA Course ICS 100, Introduction to Incident Command SystemFEMA Course ICS 200, ICS for Single Resources/Initial ActionFEMA Course IS-700, National Incident Management SystemFEMA Course IS-800, National Response Plan
Employment Type: Full-Time Geographic Location: Silverdale, WA Travel: Minimal
Company Information: TENICA and Associates LLC is a provider of government services and consulting solutions in the areas of national defense, homeland and cyber security. TENICA provides knowledgeable and experienced subject matter experts to perform a variety of professional services, logistics and supply chain management, crisis prevention and response, and information technology solutions to solve dynamic security challenges. Founded in 2008 and based in Chantilly, Virginia, TENICA is a Service Disabled Veteran Owned, Woman Owned, Small Business (SDVOB and WOSB) and is a participant in the Small Business Administration's 8(a) business development program. TENICA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
