Exercise Coordinator

Location: Lansing, MI (with travel to various locations as required)

Position Type: Full-Time, Temporary (4-month contract)

Clearance Level: Ability to obtain and maintain a SECRET security clearance

***Contingent on Contract Award***

Job Summary:

The Exercise Coordinator will support the Michigan National Guard (MING) in planning, developing, coordinating, and executing domestic operation exercises, including the Northern Exposure (NE) exercise and other key training events. This role involves working with military and government personnel to ensure exercise design, scenario development, event synchronization, and execution align with mission objectives. The Exercise Coordinator will also oversee the Joint Exercise Life Cycle (JELC) process, manage exercise planning meetings, and engage with stakeholders such as emergency management agencies, National Guard units, and other partners.

Key Responsibilities:

• Exercise Planning & Coordination:
  • Manage the Joint Exercise Life Cycle (JELC), ensuring timely execution of exercise milestones.
  • Plan and facilitate Initial, Mid, and Final Planning Meetings (IPM, MPM, FPM).
  • Develop and implement exercise control structures, injects, and scenario scripting.
  • Coordinate with stakeholders, including National Guard units, emergency response agencies, and other partners.
  • Ensure training venues, personnel, and resources are prepared for exercise execution.
• Scenario & Inject Development:
  • Design exercise scenarios and Master Scenario Event Lists (MSEL).
  • Facilitate rehearsals and simulation integration to ensure realistic training environments.
  • Support role player coordination and scenario execution.
• Execution & Control:
  • Act as Exercise Control (EXCON) lead, overseeing all moving parts of the exercise.
  • Monitor real-time events, adjust injects as needed, and synchronize exercise flow.
  • Support live, virtual, and constructive (LVC) training integration.
• After Action Review (AAR) & Lessons Learned:
  • Collect observations, analyze performance data, and facilitate AAR sessions.
  • Develop AAR reports with key findings and recommendations for future exercises.
  • Maintain knowledge management and documentation of exercise outcomes.

Required Qualifications:

• Education:
  • Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (Emergency Management, Military Science, Homeland Security, or related discipline) is preferred. Equivalent experience will be considered.
• Experience:
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in exercise planning, military training, or emergency management operations.
  • Experience coordinating Command Post Exercises (CPX), Situational Training Exercises (STX), and/or Full-Scale Exercises (FTX).
  • Knowledge of Defense Support to Civil Authorities (DSCA) operations and National Guard training environments.
  • Experience working with NORAD-USNORTHCOM, National Guard, or other military agencies preferred.
• Technical Skills:
  • Proficiency in exercise management systems such as APAN, WebEOC, JELC methodologies, and MSEL tools.
  • Familiarity with Incident Command System (ICS), National Response Framework (NRF), and National Incident Management System (NIMS).
  • Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

Benefits: 

Medical, Vision, & Dental: Company partially funded Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield Plans 

Safe Harbor Pre-Tax 401(k): Matching contribution equal to 100% up to 6% of salary 

Profit Sharing 401(k): Eligible for profit-sharing contributions 

Annual Bonus: Eligible for bonuses 

Paid Floating Holidays: Up to 11 federal recognized paid holidays 

Tuition Reimbursement: Eligible for up to $5,250 annually for continuing education 

Monthly Allowance: Eligible for Transportation & Technology Allowance 

Paid Time Off (PTO): Starts at 20 days of PTO on first three years 

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At Tacticians for Innovation (TACFI) Consulting, we know that success starts with exceptional people—and we invest in those who make an impact. Founded and led by Special Operations Forces (SOF) veterans, TACFI is built on a foundation of trust, resilience, and excellence. We understand that mission success isn’t just about strategy—it’s about empowering people to lead, innovate, and thrive. 

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Our Core Services and Opportunities: 

• Mission Readiness Training: Join a team that designs and delivers elite, real-world training solutions that prepare warfighters and organizations for complex, high-stakes missions. 

• Program Management: Help lead complex projects that support our mission partners in achieving operational goals, managing risk, and driving results with precision and efficiency. 

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• Innovation Development and Integration: Collaborate with cutting-edge innovators to develop and integrate advanced technologies that revolutionize the way teams train, plan, and operate. 

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• Empowerment: The freedom to innovate, take ownership, and make an impact. 

• Growth: Access to mentorship, training, and leadership opportunities that fuel career advancement. 

• Community: A team of mission-driven professionals who have your back, no matter the challenge. 

• Purpose: Meaningful work that directly supports the nation’s most critical missions.

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General Terms and Conditions 

Equal Employment Opportunity: TACFI Consulting is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

No Guarantee of Employment: Completing an application does not guarantee employment. Employment relationships are presumed to be “at-will.” An at-will employment relationship is one that may be terminated by the employer or employee at any time, without cause or notice. 

 
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PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT: 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands or fingers, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.  

NOTE 

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.

Salary : $5,250