Role Player (Fort Irwin)

Role Player

OTA is seeking Role Players to support dynamic and immersive military training scenarios that
will bring cultural and situational realism by simulating diverse characters and scenarios to
prepare military units for real-world challenges. This role is physically demanding and requires
adaptability, professionalism, and a commitment to contributing to critical training outcomes.

Position Contingent Upon Contract Award

Key Responsibilities

• Participate in verbal and non-violent physical interactions, such as shouting, arm gestures, and role-specific communication, as scripted
•  Adapt to dynamic scenarios that reflect various cultural and geographic locations
• Potentially portray a variety of scripted roles including:
  • Merchants, bankers, and townspeople
  • Extremists
  • Members of local governance, religious groups, and tribes
  • Refugees, displaced persons, and oppressed individuals
  • Hostile combatants and criminal detainees in prison environments
• Attend routine activities such as meetings and social events as part of assigned roles

Work Environment

• Work primarily conducted near Barstow, CA with occasional assignments in nearby remote locations
• The environment may expose individuals to extreme climates including heat, cold, rain, wind, and snow
• Physically demanding conditions include walking up to 3 miles per day over rocky or sandy terrain and standing for up to 8 hours per day
• Operate independently with self-sustained equipment and appropriate clothing for the 16-day training rotation
• Live in Augmentee Barracks during the training rotation
• Operate in environments that may include training pyrotechnics (e.g., blanks, smoke, explosions) within a 25-meter proximity
• Transportation provided to remote training locations
• Access to on-site dining facilities and commercial food establishments (PX Food Court,
• Burger King, etc.)
• Limited electrical power and self-sustaining requirements (e.g., personal comfort items, clothing, and food) during training rotations
• Attire for Role Players shall be provided, stored, and maintained by OTA

Qualifications

• Proof of U.S. citizenship or eligibility to work in the U.S. (original documentation required 30 days prior to each rotation)
• Background checks, including criminal activity, credit, and immigration documentation
• Completion of required security forms (e.g., SF 85P, OF 306, FBI fingerprint check)
• Must provide signed authorization for military and law enforcement background reviews
• Must be able to read, write, and speak English fluently
• Good physical condition, with the ability to endure extended periods of standing and walking in harsh environments
• Professional demeanor in all interactions
• Adherence to base rules regarding personal items (e.g., no personal weapons, cameras, or recording devices)

Note: The Government has unlimited rights to all documents/material produced. Materials cannot be released to include in personal portfolios.
 

OTA is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
 

This is a part time position