URC Fires/Operations Desk Technician- Camp Buehring, Kuwait

URC Fires/Operations Desk Technician- Camp Buehring, Kuwait

Job Description:

V2X has a requirement for a Range Firing Desk Technician to serve at Camp Buehring, and the Udairi Range Complex in Kuwait. The Firing Desk Technician will report directly to the Firing Desk Supervisor and perform a variety of duties related to monitoring range land conditions and utilization, supervising range use in accordance with the published Bulletin, investigating unauthorized use and inspecting or reporting on existing range improvement projects. He/she may assume duties at the customer service desk in order to enable uninterrupted unit training. Technicians must be United States citizen with proof of citizenship, current U.S. passport, and an active U.S. SECRET security clearance.

Required Hours:

Standard work week will be six (6) days per week for up to eight (8) hours per day while at OCONUS work site(s), and a standard 40-hour work week while at CONUS work sites.

Responsibilities:

• Monitors range land conditions and utilization.
• Administers range use in accordance with the published Bulletin.
• Investigates unauthorized use and inspects/reports on existing range improvement projects.
• Works outdoors in rugged terrain.
• Works alone, or with other people, during early morning hours and throughout the day.
• Develops all reports as directed in support of the ATROMS Program.
• Coordinates directly with training units and other authorized organizations for all range facilities and training areas.
• Responsible for ensuring the enforcement Safety standards on all ranges and or training areas in accordance with DA PAM 385-63.
• Assists the Firing Desk Supervisors in the notification process and closing of all live-fire ranges with all MEDEVACs.
• Monitors all range communications and ensures status changes within the ArcView (GIS) system.
• Performs other duties as directed by the Program Manager.

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum of 4 years' military experience in training management and dismounted/maneuver range operations; preferably in Combat Arms.
• Experience in operations, training, and range resource management.
• Experience working with coalition units.
• Able to operate in remote and austere environments.
• Working knowledge of Geographic Information Systems (GIS), with the ability to obtain GIS certification.
• Able to complete the Range Operations Professional Development (ROPD) Program IAW AR 350-19 within 30-days of hiring.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office (i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and MS Project).
• Highly proficient in reading and using a map, giving, and accepting directions in topographical terms, and in communicating map information to other members of the Range Operations Team.
• Must possess or be able to obtain and maintain a Common Access Card (CAC).
• Must have a valid driver's license, able to obtain a US Government Motor Vehicle Operator's License and Kuwait Driver's License.
• US citizenship is required as this position needs an active/current DOD Security Clearance as of day one of employment.
• Collaborative work style, fostering cooperation and teamwork.
• Ability to exercise good judgment and insight, to understand the overall effect of decisions.
• Ability to prioritize responsibilities in order to handle a demanding workload.
• Detail-oriented with a high degree of accuracy.
• Ability to work effectively with employees and management of all levels.
• Walk or stand on level and/or inclined surfaces up to 8 hours/day & sit for up to 3 hours/day; climb/descend stairs; grasp or handle objects; use finger dexterity; bend elbows/knees; reach above/below shoulders; read/interpret typewritten print; communicate by voice & detect sound by ear.

Required Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Training, Management, or Business or a related field. Eight (5) years of additional equivalent work experience (10 total years) may be accepted in lieu of BA/BS education requirement.

Desired Qualifications:

• Prior CTC (NTC/JRTC/JMRC) experience as an Observer/Controller or extensive CTC experience as BLUFOR/OPFOR.
• Two years of experience as a contractor in a similar role.
• Battalion level Master Gunner experience preferred.
• Experience working with interpreters.

Contractor personnel shall comply with all theater command policies, regulations, and General Orders. All tours are unaccompanied.

**Must have an ACTIVE/CURRENT U.S. SECRET Security Clearance**

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